Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Start: Apr 5, 07:00 AM
140.00 USD
Charlottesville Marathon
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Road runs in United States, Charlottesville
Distances
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Start: Apr 5, 06:00 AM
95.00 USD
Running
8K
8 km
Start: Apr 4, 04:30 AM
45.00 USD
About
The Charlottesville Marathon and Half Marathon is a very scenic race, voted "One of the Top Ten Best New Marathons in the U.S.A" by Runners' World Magazine and "One of the Country Top Five Destinations Marathons" by The New York Times. This is a boutique event and not a large marathon, built and executed for the runner who loves scenic courses, selected destinations and smaller crowds. The start and finish in Downtown Charlottesville is full of life, history and culture, unique restaurants, shops, breweries.
Catering & aid stations
Water, electrolytes, and gels provided at all water stops; toilets at water stop 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12 (refer to course map).
Pacers
Pacers set target times per start wave for Marathon, Half Marathon, and 8K, with Pacerflaggen visible on the course; listen for verbal instructions and run against traffic unless directed otherwise.
Results
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Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Charlottesville
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan45°28°
↑ 07:30
↓ 17:18
Feb49°30°
↑ 07:06
↓ 17:52
Mar58°37°
↑ 07:25
↓ 19:22
Apr68°46°
↑ 06:38
↓ 19:50
May76°56°
↑ 06:04
↓ 20:18
Jun84°64°
↑ 05:52
↓ 20:39
Jul88°69°
↑ 06:04
↓ 20:37
Aug86°67°
↑ 06:30
↓ 20:08
Sep79°61°
↑ 06:57
↓ 19:23
Oct69°50°
↑ 07:24
↓ 18:37
Nov57°39°
↑ 06:56
↓ 17:03
Dec48°32°
↑ 07:24
↓ 16:56
Route maps
What's included in entry
- Finisher medal
- Chip timing (MyLaps)
- Course aid stations (water, electrolytes, gels)
Prices & signup
- Marathon140.00 USD
- Half Marathon95.00 USD
- 8K45.00 USD
FAQ
What is the race time limit?
6 hours for Marathon, 3.5 hours for Half Marathon.
Is the course open to traffic?
Yes, this is an OPEN course; traffic is present and runners must run against traffic unless instructed otherwise.
Can I walk the race?
Yes, if you can finish within the time limit (6:00 for Marathon, 3:30 for Half Marathon).
Are strollers or pets allowed?
No, strollers and pets on a leash are not allowed for safety reasons on this open course.
Is chip timing used?
Yes, the MyLaps Bib Tag system is used.
What is the age requirement?
Marathon: 12+ years; Half Marathon: 10+ years.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:31:26 AM
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