COURSE
Hurricane Helene may have altered our landscape, but it hasn’t shaken our spirit. This year’s course will carry the weight of what was lost, and as you run, you’ll witness both beauty and destruction. The damage caused by this disaster is heartbreaking, and this year’s race will be emotional for many of us. Like all great comeback stories, this is our moment to rise—facing challenges together and discovering strength and hope with every stride.
The Asheville Marathon & Half takes participants on a running adventure through the best parts of this iconic community. Both courses begin in the heart of Downtown Asheville at Pack Square Park. Runners will traverse city streets and travel through historic neighborhoods. After a generous descent into the River Arts District, the half marathon will finish at New Belgium Brewing while the marathon route follows the banks of the French Broad River through parks and greenways before finishing in the same location as the half marathon.
Both courses have been submitted to city officials and are currently pending approval. Once approved, the routes will once again be USA Track and Field sanctioned and certified. The Asheville Marathon will continue to be a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Start Time: 7:30 am
*Course subject to change
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Start Time: 7:30 am
*Course subject to change
New Finish Location for 2025!
We’re excited to announce that New Belgium Brewing will be our official finish line and host for the post-race celebration! This means that after you run all those miles, you’ll head straight to one of Asheville’s most beloved spots to kick back, celebrate, and connect with the community.
This is more than just an epic way to end the race—it also means exciting changes for our course! We can’t spill all the details just yet, but you'll enjoy more miles downtown, better flow around town, and fewer congested areas.
For Asheville, New Belgium has been more than just a brewery—they’ve been a force for positive change. When they arrived 8 years ago, they revitalized an overlooked part of our city and transformed it into an iconic place to gather. When their brewery was damaged by Hurricane Helene, they pivoted quickly to use their location to distribute water and support a community in need.
We’re proud to partner with a company that shares our commitment to community and resilience. Here’s to a finish line party that’s not only a celebration of personal achievement but a testament to Asheville’s spirit. Let’s make memories and finish strong together—see you at New Belgium in 2025!
Course Support
- Water Stations: Approximately every two to three miles
- Electrolytes: Available at all water stations along the course
- Gels: At all water stations beginning at Mile 4 through Mile 24
- Energy bars: At all water stations beginning at Mile 4 through Mile 24
- Coca Cola at select water stations
- DJ's Pickles Pickle Juice at select water stations
- Port-o-johns/Restrooms: Start, Finish, and near every water station
- Medical attention: Available along the course
Course Time Limit
We encourage the seasoned and first time marathoners (including walkers) alike to take part. Course support, water stations and finish line will remain open for 6.5 hours (for both distances). This requires a 14:53 per mile pace.