AthHalf Half Marathon

11/01/2024

Runners, don't forget - daylight savings time ENDS on November 3rd! 🏃‍♀️☀️ Time will fall back 1 hour. Make sure to set your clocks an hour behind! 🕐 We can't wait to see you at the AthHalf on Sunday, November 3rd - the Half Marathon starts at 7:30 am!

10/31/2024

Meet AthHalf Legacy Runner Barbara Taylor! Barbara enjoys the AthHalf, saying, “Love the home town race, the neighborhoods, bands and all the support from the community.”

10/31/2024

Last but not least, meet AthHalf Legacy Runner Ryan Koperniak! Matt says, "In the current course, there is nothing like the final downhill on Lumpkin Street, into the Tate Center plaza and then running through Sanford Stadium. A great end to the race each year and my favorite part for sure!"

10/31/2024

Say hi to AthHalf Legacy Runner Denise Spangler! Denise says, "There's nothing like running a half marathon in my adopted hometown of Athens! I've run races in lots of places, but running through the town I love and have made my home for over 30 years is special."

10/31/2024

🎤 Introducing the bands! 🎤
We are so excited to hear live performances from Florence Cardigan, Women in STEM,
Swing Theory, Four Fathers, Candace & Stephan, The Original Splitz Band, and Quentin Love!
Only TWO more days until the AthHalf - we can't wait to see you soon!

10/30/2024

Meet AthHalf Legacy Runner Becky Taylor! Becky is looking forward to the AthHalf, saying, "It's great to see how the course and community support have evolved over the years. AthHalf really brings together some of the best parts of this city, a strong running community; support for a great cause; eclectic neighborhood spirit; outstanding music; and bringing together young and old. Looking forward to another great year and just enjoying race day."

10/30/2024

Introducing AthHalf Legacy Runner Tyra Byers! Tyra shared her AthHalf memories, saying, "So many great memories- the first year(s) with the steep uphill finish up Broad, the AthHalf after Athens Road Runners formed (2013), with so many members of our community running in red shirts, the years my son was one of the musicians on the course giving me a boost of energy as I ran by, the year I was a pace leader for the 2:20 finish group, a group virtual race with the Wise Women 2020, and last year running with Athena (Monica Huff in a toga)."

10/30/2024

🎧 Introducing our DJs! 🎧
We can't wait to hear from DJ Mahogany, DJ Cannon, DJ ChiefRocka, and DJ Eric Duncan!
Only THREE more days until the AthHalf!

10/29/2024

Say hi to AthHalf Legacy Runner Ryan Swingle! Swingle shares excitement for AthHalf by saying, "It is one of my favorite events of the year. I love running with so many people from the community. I love the diversity of the runners. I love how the identities and labels that often divide people all disappear and we are just a big, sweaty group of people trying to get to the finish line. I also love running through the different neighborhoods and seeing all the spectators. The crowds are great and make the running experience feel all the more special."

10/29/2024

Meet Sarah Cook, an AthHalf Legacy Runner. When reflecting upon the AthHalf, Cook says, "AthHalf is one of my favorite Athens events every year (and Athens is a town with some pretty amazing annual events). Everyone comes out, the energy in the neighborhoods is amazing, and somehow the weather is almost always a perfect race day. No matter whether I'm perfectly trained or woefully undertrained, the AthHalf experience is so consistently positive for me that it feels like home every time I run it."

10/28/2024

🚨 Exciting news alert! 🚨
Did you know that Timi Conley, the Master of Ceremonies for the Rumpus, will be taking the stage and playing the National Anthem at the AthHalf this weekend? We can't wait to spend two weekends in a row with Timi!

10/28/2024

Introducing another AthHalf Legacy Runner, Kalen Lee Scholz! Kalen says, "Running this race every year is one of my favorite Athens traditions. In 2010 it was one of the first half marathons I ever ran, in 2011, I ran it with my husband after our honeymoon, in 2018 I ran it 8 weeks after I had our second baby, and now I get to run near our neighborhood on the course and wave at my family as they hold signs and cheer. It's a joy to get to run this race every year in my adopted hometown and it's sort of moving to reflect on how much life has evolved and changed over my years of doing the AthHalf."

10/28/2024

We are nearly ready for this Sunday, 11/3! While painting the mile marks, race director Carole Black ran into pacers Susan Adams & Carolina Altamarino, who were running the course one last time before the big race. We cannot wait to see you Sunday!

10/27/2024

Did you know that proceeds from the AthHalf benefit AthFest Educates AND that the highest fundraiser receives free registration for AthHalf 2025? Even if you cannot attend or participate in AthHalf, you can still donate! Visit athhalf.com to donate or support a runner/team!

10/25/2024

AthHalf wouldn't be possible without our incredible volunteers! 🏃 Volunteering as a course or finish line monitor at AthHalf is sure to bring you joy as you celebrate and cheer on our participants while supporting arts and music education by giving of your time! Is there a better way to spend a weekend than that? We don't think so! To sign up to volunteer, visit athhalf.com/volunteers.

10/22/2024

Meet one of our AthHalf Legacy Runners, Matthew Myers. Matthew's favorite AthHalf memory is "Knowing my wife and family will be at the finish line cheering me on. When the race first started, my wife and I were only dating. But these years later, we are married and now have four beautiful children. I seriously tear up every time when I see them all at the finish line."
What's a favorite AthHalf memory of yours?

10/21/2024

Spaces are running out for the 2024 AthHalf Half Marathon - click the link to signup today! https://bit.ly/athhalf

Come join us for the AthHalf Half Marathon Expo, 5K and Half Marathon in Athens, GA. The Expo and 5K are on November 2, 2024 from 12 noon to 6:00pm. The AthHalf Half Marathon is on November 3, 2024 starting at 7:30am. We hope to see you there!

10/18/2024

Happy Friday! It's hard to believe that there are only 2 more Fleet Feet Athens & Oconee Saturday AthHalf Free Training Sessions left! 🏃Thank you to Fleet Feet Athens for hosting this wonderful event!

10/14/2024

Check out the article below about Walton Gas' very own Jeff Paul! Jeff is running his 15th consecutive AthHalf this year. Learn how you can prepare for AthHalf using a free AthHalf official training program offered by Fleet Feet Athens & Oconee just like Jeff!

Walton’s Jeff Paul readies for his 15th AthHalf Half Marathon The countdown is on. In a matter of weeks, 60-year-old Jeff Paul will lace up his running shoes and head […]

10/11/2024

🚨Don't Miss Out! 🚨

Spots for the AthHalf Half Marathon and 5K are filling up fast! You definitely don't want to miss the chance to take in the best parts of Athens while supporting arts & music education. Head over to athhalf.com/athhalf-registration to secure your spot today!

10/10/2024

Check out the leading AthHalf 2024 Fundraisers! The top fundraiser receives free registration for AthHalf 2025 and a special prize, so donate to your favorite runner now. Your donation funds arts education in Athens!

Come join us for the AthHalf Half Marathon Expo, 5K and Half Marathon in Athens, GA. The Expo and 5K are on November 2, 2024 from 12 noon to 6:00pm. The AthHalf Half Marathon is on November 3, 2024 starting at 7:30am. We hope to see you there!

10/08/2024

Curious about how you can become a fundraiser for ? Check out our reel to learn the steps of how to become a fundraiser - the top fundraiser will receive free registration for AthHalf 2025. We can't wait to see how you share your excitement for music & arts education!

10/07/2024

Looking for a fun event this Fall that gives back to the community? Athfest Educates' AthHalf Half Marathon needs all the volunteers we can get! volunteers assist in various ways, including check-in, set-up, clean-up, hospitality, and so much more. Sign up to volunteer on our website, athhalf.com/volunteers, or email [email protected] for more information!

Come join us for the AthHalf Half Marathon Expo, 5K and Half Marathon in Athens, GA. The Expo and 5K are on November 2, 2024 from 12 noon to 6:00pm. The AthHalf Half Marathon is on November 3, 2024 starting at 7:30am. We hope to see you there!

10/04/2024

Happy Friday! AthHalf is officially less than ONE month away! Check out the video below to view highlights of the race and get pumped for this year's race. Register for the race today at athhalf.com - spots are selling out fast!

The AthHalf Half Marathon and 5K is back for the 15th year! The AthHalf packs all that Athens has to offer into exciting half marathon and 5K courses. The ha...

08/31/2024

Just a reminder, registration prices increase at midnight! Go ahead and register now: https://bit.ly/athhalf