Charlottesville Marathon 2027

The Charlottesville Marathon begins and ends in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia, each spring, featuring the full and half marathons as its primary events. Over 1,000 runners typically participate, and the race is managed by Bad to the Bone Events. It has been held for approximately 25 years, establishing it as one of Charlottesville’s long-standing local races. The course follows quiet roads and bike paths beside the Rivanna River, then proceeds through Charlottesville neighborhoods, rolling green hills, and adjacent farmland. Thousands of local runners train on these routes, giving the race a connection to the city’s daily running community rather than being solely for visitors. The event also offers an 8K and a Kids Mile, attracting families and participants in shorter races. Charlottesville provides its unique setting, including wine country, craft breweries, historic buildings, and a music scene associated with the Dave Matthews Band.