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New River Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

Sat, May 16, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location
Todd, NC
Todd, North Carolina, 7181 Railroad Grade Rd, 28684
Type
RUN
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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Fri, May 15, 6:30 PM EDT · From $30.68

    Opens Jul 13, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, May 16, 8:15 AM EDT · From $78.38

    Opens Jul 13, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 26.2 Miles

    Sat, May 16, 7:30 AM EDT · From $99.58

    Opens Jul 13, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

+ 2 more options

  • New River Marathon / 5K Combo

    Fri, May 15, 6:30 PM EDT · From $120.78

    Opens Jul 13, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • New River Half Marathon / 5K Combo

    Fri, May 15, 6:30 PM EDT · From $99.58

    Opens Jul 13, 2025, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

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From the organizer

Registration for 2026 is OPEN!

A North Carolina / Blue Ridge Mountain Marathon Experience! North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and the spectacular New River valley are the backdrop for the New River Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K. The New River, one of only 14 American Heritage Rivers, is framed with views of horse farms, Christmas tree farms, the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and the spectacular surrounding river valley.

Experience why runners are raving: “I can honestly say New River Marathon is my absolute favorite race~the course is stunning and the people are genuinely kind!” (50 Stater) “It’s like a jog through the Garden of Eden!” “Only Big Sur rivals the beauty of the New River Marathon!” “One of the most spectacular scenic courses in the land!”

Wooden finisher medallions locally crafted from Blue Ridge Mountain wood, locally crafted awards, Stick Boy Bread Co. Kitchen finisher goodies and much more. USATF certified.

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