Running
Marathon
42.2 km
80m
from 100.00 EUR – 125.00 EUR
- Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 2025100.00 EUR
- Until Dec 12, 2025125.00 EUR
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Elevation
80m
Surface
asphalt
Distances
42.2k, 21.1k, 10k, 1.6k, 1.5k
Distances
Running
Halbmarathon
21.1 km
from 60.00 EUR – 75.00 EUR
- Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 202560.00 EUR
- Until Dec 12, 202575.00 EUR
Running
10K
10 km
from 40.00 EUR – 50.00 EUR
- Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 202540.00 EUR
- Until Dec 12, 202550.00 EUR
Running
1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk
1.6 km
from 8.00 EUR – 10.00 EUR
- Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 20258.00 EUR
- Until Dec 12, 202510.00 EUR
Running
Rocket City Kids Marathon
1.5 km
from 8.00 EUR – 10.00 EUR
- Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 20258.00 EUR
- Until Dec 12, 202510.00 EUR
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4:13:10
Estimated finish · 42.2 km
10 km1:00:00
5 km30:00
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Start
0:00
5 km
30:00
10 km
1:00:00
15 km
1:30:00
20 km
2:00:00
Half
2:06:35
25 km
2:30:00
30 km
3:00:00
35 km
3:30:00
40 km
4:00:00
Finish
4:13:10
Estimates only · form, weather, and hills can change the result.
Course & climate
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What to expect
What makes this race distinct — for training and race day.
For over 49 years, the Rocket City Marathon, organized by the Huntsville Track Club, has been one of the premier marathon events in the South.
The course
80m
Catering & aid stations
Aid stations will be roughly 2-3 miles apart, located along the course offering water and several with Powerade and GU Energy Gels
Pacers
Early Start Option - Sunday, Dec. 13th at 6:00 AM - YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE EARLY START Sign up for the EARLY START if you are participating in the marathon and expecting to finish between 6 and 7 hours The Rocket City Marathon has a 6-hour time limit, but an early 6:00 am start allows participants up to 7 hours to finish. Any runner crossing the finish line before 1:00 PM will have their time officially recorded. After this time, the finish line will close, and no additional results will be published. To ensure safety and fairness, early starters must maintain at least a 16:01 min/mile pace and reach the halfway point (Providence Classical School on White St) by 9:30 AM. Runners falling behind this pace will not be allowed to continue and will be offered a return ride to the Von Braun Center (VBC). The 6:00 AM early start is available only to runners who satisfy the following requirements:!!! EARLY START is ONLY for RUNNERS who will RUN SLOWER THAN 6 HOURS (13:44/mile pace)!!!
What does it cost?
| Marathon | from 100.00 EUR – 125.00 EUR |
|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 2025 | 100.00 EUR |
| Until Dec 12, 2025 | 125.00 EUR |
| Halbmarathon | from 60.00 EUR – 75.00 EUR |
| Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 2025 | 60.00 EUR |
| Until Dec 12, 2025 | 75.00 EUR |
| 10K | from 40.00 EUR – 50.00 EUR |
| Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 2025 | 40.00 EUR |
| Until Dec 12, 2025 | 50.00 EUR |
| 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk | from 8.00 EUR – 10.00 EUR |
| Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 2025 | 8.00 EUR |
| Until Dec 12, 2025 | 10.00 EUR |
| Rocket City Kids Marathon | from 8.00 EUR – 10.00 EUR |
| Dec 12, 2025 – Dec 12, 2025 | 8.00 EUR |
| Until Dec 12, 2025 | 10.00 EUR |
Entry fees often rise as earlier signup batches sell out or registration windows close.
What's included in entry
- custom race shirt
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Getting there
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Results
Official finisher lists are published by the race organiser.
View official resultsFAQ
What is the start time for the marathon?
The Rocket City Marathon starts at 7:00 AM on Sunday, December 13th.
Is there an early start option for the marathon?
Yes, there is an early start option at 6:00 AM for those expecting to finish between 6 and 7 hours.
What is the course like for the marathon?
The course starts from the Von Braun Center and Big Spring Park, tours downtown Huntsville, and runs past the U.S. Space and Rocket Center before finishing inside the VBC South Hall.
Are there aid stations along the marathon course?
Yes, aid stations are located about every 2 to 3 miles along the course, offering water, Powerade, and GU Energy Gels.
What should I bring on the race day?
Runners are encouraged to bring their preferred nutrition, although GU energy gels will be provided at certain points along the course.
Last updated: Oct 13, 2026, 03:33:02 AM
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