2024 Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend
Publix Atlanta Marathon is SOLD OUT. Half Marathon, Relay & 2nd Half races are still open!
Discover Running City USA with the Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K. Both the half and full takes runners and walkers on a route through some of the city's most historical landmarks and scenic areas showing off its tree lined streets and its authentic southern charm. Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend has something for the entire family and will show participants near and far why Atlanta is Running City USA. The 5K and youth events take place on Saturday, while the full and half marathons are held on Sunday.
2 new options for 2024!
- Half Marathoners, choose your path! For the first time, you can opt to run the first 13.1 miles or the second 13.1 miles of the marathon course.
- Marathon Relay: If you're not quite ready for the marathon, then grab your run buddy and participate in the relay. The relay is a 2 person team event consisting of two 13.1 mile legs. Each Team member receives a finisher's medal and shirt at the finish line. All the fun, half the distance!
Publix Atlanta Marathon is an Abbott World Marathon Major Wanda Age Group World Rankings Qualifying race.
The Publix Atlanta 5K will also serve as the 2024 USATF Masters 5KM Championships. For information on how to compete in this division, click here. You must register through USATF to be able to compete in this division.
The youth portion of Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend will show kids 14 and under what it means to be part of a big city marathon, offering a 5K, 3K, 100M Dash and 50M Dash. Children can run multiple distances and try out the Track & Field Zone.
For Atlanta Track Club's current policies concerning COVID-19, click here.
Atlanta Track Club intends to hold the Publix Atlanta Marathon events as scheduled on Saturday, February 24 and Sunday, February 25, 2024. The Club has a no refund policy. However, If the format of the event moves to virtual ONLY or is cancelled all together due to a force majeure event, you will be given the option to receive a full refund (less processing fees from registration vendor). If, due to circumstances beyond the control of Atlanta Track Club, the location of the event has to be changed, refunds will not be provided, but you will be immediately notified via email and social media.
Atlanta Track Club events are held rain or shine. However, the threat of lightning or other severe weather in the vicinity of the event may result in a delay or cancellation. For full details on our event policies, including weather, refunds and cancellations, click here.
DATE & TIME
- Saturday, February 24, 2024 - 5K
- Sunday, February 25, 2024 - Marathon, Half Marathons, & Relay
LOCATION
- Home Depot Backyard
1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313
DISTANCE
- Marathon (ages 18 & older)
- Marathon Relay (ages 14 & older)
- Half Marathon (ages 14 & older)
- 5K (ages 8 & older)
EVENT SWAG
- Marathon:
- Long-sleeve adidas shirt
- Medal - Half Marathon:
- Long-sleeve adidas shirt
- Medal - 5K:
- Short-sleeve adidas shirt
- Medal
COST
Marathon - SOLD OUT
- $140 through 12/30/23
- $155 through 2/17/24
- $165 through 2/22/24
- $175 through 2/24/24 and at Expo
Marathon Relay
- $200 through 12/30/23
- $220 through 2/17/24
- $240 through 2/22/24
- $270 through 2/24/24 and at Expo
Half Marathon
- $100 through 12/30/23
- $110 through 2/17/24
- $120 through 2/22/24
- $135 through 2/24/24 and at Expo
5K
- $40 through 12/30/23
- $45 through 2/22/24
- $50 at Expo
REGISTRATION CUT-OFF DATE
- February 23, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
SATURDAY EVENT SCHEDULE
6:30 a.m.
Will Call / Youth number pickup opens
7:30 a.m.
Youth Track & Field Zone Opens
7:30 a.m.
USATF Masters Women's 5K start
7:40 a.m.
USATF Masters Men's 5K start
7:45 a.m.
5K start
7:55 a.m.
5K start line closes
8:00 a.m.
Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Expo Opens
9:00 a.m.
3K start (ages 7 to 14)
8:55 a.m.
5K course closes
9:45 a.m.
Dash start (ages 14 & under)
4:00 p.m.
Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Expo Closes
SUNDAY EVENT SCHEDULE
6:00 a.m.
Will Call Number Pickup Opens
7:45 a.m.
Will Call Number Pickup Closes
7:15 a.m.
Marathon/Marathon Relay/Half Marathon Start
7:35 a.m.
Marathon/Marathon Relay/Half Marathon Start Line Closes
8:00 a.m.
2nd Half Marathon Begins
11:03 a.m.
Half Marathon Course Closes
11:31 a.m.
2nd Half Marathon Course Closes
2:05 p.m.
Marathon/Marathon Relay Course Closes
NUMBER PICKUP & REGISTRATION
Race numbers for the Publix Atlanta Marathon, Marathon Relay, Half Marathons and 5K must be picked up at the Publix Atlanta Marathon Expo prior to your event day, unless Will Call is purchased.
- Dates: Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24
- Times: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- Location: Home Depot Backyard, 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313
For those who are unable to make it to the Expo, a third party may pick up your race number. In order for the third party to pick up your race number, they must bring a copy of your Check-In Pass which is sent to all registered participants prior to number pickup.
No race day registration is available, but individuals can register at the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Expo.
Number pick up is only available on event day for those who purchased Will Call. No numbers are mailed.
TIMING & RESULTS
Unofficial results available online the afternoon of the event. Results are made official approximately two weeks after the event, after all inquires have been processed.
Your timing device for this event is a MyLaps timing tag. The device is adhered to the back of your race number. DO NOT REMOVE OR BEND. Wearing your race number improperly could result in improper scoring and possible disqualification. In order to receive an accurate time, please confirm your race number is:
- Clearly visible on the front of the torso
- Unaltered and unmodified (Do not fold or wrinkle)
- Pinned in all four corners
- Not covered (jackets, fuel belts, water bottles, etc.)
Atlanta Track Club is a member organization of both the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) & USA Track & Field (USATF) and adheres to the guidelines and rules of competition in the events Atlanta Track Club conducts & provides.
1st Half / 2nd Half
In 2024 we are offering a choice to run the "1st Half" of the marathon course (the traditional, historical half marathon course) or the "2nd Half" of the marathon course which takes participants past the iconic Mercedes Benz Stadium; through the Atlanta University Center consisting of four historically black colleges and universities; and south into Cheney Stadium for a run around Atlanta's Olympic practice surface and under the Olympic rings before heading back to the finish line.
The 2nd Half will begin at 8:00 a.m. from Home Depot Backyard.
Awards for overall male, female and non-binary awards will be given for both the 1st Half and 2nd Half events however age group awards will only be given to 1st Half participants. The 1st Half continues to feature our elite athletes and be our competitive course.
Those attempting to run the full marathon by combining the two half marathons will be disqualified. All 2nd Half Marathoners must have a start line read on their timing chip at the 8:00 a.m. start time.
MARATHON RELAY DETAILS
Everything is better with a buddy! If you're not quite ready for the full marathon, grab your run/walk partner and participate in the marathon relay. The relay is a 2 person team event consisting of two 13.1 mile legs. The first team member will begin with the overall start of the full and half marathon. The second team member takes over at the finish line once their teammate completes the first 13.1 miles of the course. Each team member receives a finisher's medal at the finish line.
REGISTRATION: The team captain will register and pay for the team. Upon completion of registration the captain will be sent to a confirmation page with instructions for managing the team. Captains will have a custom team link to invite their run partner, establish your team name and more.
LOGISTICS: Relay teams need to pick up their race numbers at the Expo on Friday, February 23 or Saturday, February 24 at The Home Depot Backyard. Along with your race numbers and t-shirts, teams will receive a branded bib belt to which they will attach their team bib. Each member of the team will wear a Relay bib on their shirt or shorts, but the bib with the chiming chip should be attached to your belt. That belt will be exchanged from the 1st runner to the 2nd at the Exchange Zone. The Exchange Zone is located at the finish line. This is also where runner #2 will wait for their teammate. An iPad will announce incoming teammates as they approach the exchange zone. The Exchange Zone is marked on the start/finish area map.
AWARDS: Awarded to overall men's team, overall women's team, overall non-binary team and overall co-ed team.
Open to 2-person teams only. Any single person attempting to run the relay by themselves will be disqualified.
Course Details
Course Map - Marathon / Half Marathon
Start / Finish Map - Marathon / Half Marathon
Turn by Turn directions & Lane Closures - Marathon / Half Marathon
Start / Finish Map - 5K / 3K / Dash
Turn by Turn directions & Lane Closures - 5K
*The 2nd Half Marathon will take place on the full marathon course from miles 13.1 - 26.2.
Courses subject to change
COURSE TIME LIMIT
- Marathon/Marathon Relay: 6 hours and 30 minutes (15 minute per mile)
- Half Marathons: 3 hours and 30 minutes (16 minute per mile)
- 5K: 1 hour and 15 minutes (25 minute per mile)
- Mile: 25 minutes
For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, no pets, or wheeled conveyances* of any kind, including baby joggers/strollers, roller/inline skates, and bicycles, are permitted on the course. Headphones are strongly discouraged.
ULTIMATE PEACH
Ultimate Peach Qualifiers are those that have completed, in-person, the 2023 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race, the 2023 PNC Atlanta 10 Miler and the 2023 Invesco QQQ Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon. To receive your benefits at the 2024 Publix Atlanta Marathon you must register and complete the in-person full marathon. Virtual finishes are not accepted for Ultimate Peach. Ultimate Peach registrants will receive designation on their bib, a medal and hospitality benefits on race day.
The 2024 Ultimate Peach Medal is a two pound symbol of your biggest accomplishment yet! And it's a bell!
STREAKERS
The Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K happily continues to celebrate those special runners who have kept their streak going throughout a new name and a new course! Benefits include:
- Feature on event webpage
- Special packet pickup line at number pickup at Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Expo
- Unique sticker on race bib
- Commemorative adidas gift
Streakers are defined as participants who have completed any distance of the Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K since its inception in 2007 to the present. Virtual participants from 2021 and 2022 are eligible however virtual participation is no longer accepted in 2024, you must register for the in-person event to continue your Streaker status. Streakers must have valid results in the race they registered for and finish within the course limit to be eligible the following year. If you are a streaker and do not see your name on the list, please contact questions@atlantatrackclub.org.
Additional Information
EVENT ADDRESS
Home
Depot Backyard at Mercedes Benz Stadium - 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313
PUBLIX ATLANTA MARATHON WEEKEND EXPO
Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24
Location: Home Depot Backyard, 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313
Times: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WILL CALL
Must be pre-purchased for $20.00
To add will call to your registration edit your booking using the steps below.
- Click here to enter your booking confirmation id
- Click Manage
- Under Making Changes click Purchase or view add ons
- Add Will call to your basket and check out
Will Call Number Pickup will open on Saturday, February 24
at 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Youth number pickup will remain open until 9:30 a.m.
On Sunday, February 25th it will take place from 5:30 a.m. - 7:00
a.m. The location of the Will Call tent can be found on the Start/Finish Map.
Your number will not be available at Will Call on race
morning unless you have purchased this option. If you do not purchase Will
Call, your number will only be available at the Expo on Friday and Saturday. No numbers will be shipped.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS
Those selecting the Virtual Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half
Marathon or 5K will be asked to complete their race between Friday, February 23
and Sunday, February 25, 2024. Results must be submitted by Monday, February
26, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. in order to be included in results.
Virtual participants will receive a race bib, medal and
T-shirt. The last day to switch and sign up to receive your kit before race day
is Monday, February 19 at 11:59 p.m. There will be no switching to the
in-person event, or vice versa, after this date. February 19 is also the
deadline for virtual participants to switch distances within the virtual event.
Anyone who registers prior to Thursday, February 15 at 11:59 p.m. will have
their kits sent prior to event day. Participants who register after this date
(2/15) will have items shipped after event day.
Switching races: Registrants may only switch from virtual to in-person, or may switch distances within the virtual event, prior to February 19. Click here to request a category change.
Please note: Virtual participants are not eligible for
Streaker status or Ultimate Peach in 2024.
SWITCHING RACES
There will be no refunds if you are switching from the longer distance to the shorter distance, and additional fees may apply for those switching from the shorter distance to the longer distance. Once these changes are made, you will receive a confirmation of your new race category. Should more information be needed, you'll receive a follow up email. After this time you may visit the Solutions counter at the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend Expo. There will be no refunds given to those dropping down in distance and those moving up into the marathon may be required to pay the difference in pricing.
Those in-person participants switching events on race morning will be disqualified and removed from the results.
WEATHER POLICY
Atlanta Track Club events are held rain or shine. However, the
threat of lightning or other severe weather in the vicinity of the event may
result in a delay or cancellation. For full details on our event policies,
including weather, refunds and cancellations, click here.
MARTA
We encourage all participants to take MARTA on race morning to avoid traffic delays due to race related street closures. Rail service start times for Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend are as follows:
- Saturday, February 24, 2024 service will begin at 5:50 a.m.
- Sunday, February 25, 2024 service will be begin at 6:00 a.m.
The frequency will be as follows: both days and both lines (N/S & E/W) will be on a 20 minute headway. Trains will run every 10 minutes between Lindbergh and the Airport. Extra trains will be inserted as needed The extra trains will decrease the headways from 20 to 12 minutes (and 6 minutes between Lindbergh and Airport) during peak periods.
The Vine
City Station is directly across Northside Drive from the Home Depot
Backyard and allows for worry free travel to the event. Be sure to look for FREE
Parking at any of the 23 MARTA rail stations.
PARKING
If MARTA is not an option, there is ample parking in and around the Home Depot Backyard area.
Pre-purchased parking is available in the Red, Orange and Silver Decks and the Blue Lot for $10.00 plus fees. All of these decks and lots are adjacent to the Home Depot Backyard:
Friday, February 23 - Pre-Purchase Parking
Saturday, February 24 - Pre-Purchase Parking
Sunday, February 25 - Pre-Purchase Parking
If you do not pre-purchase parking, we recommend you research
parking options and have backup options in mind for race day should your
first choice be filled or closed.
LACTATION SERVICES
A dedicated lactation tent will be available in Home Depot
Backyard at the start/finish area of the Publix Atlanta Marathon and Half
Marathon. The dedicated tent will be private and include amenities for
breastfeeding parents to take part in the weekend of events. Personal nursing
pumps may then be checked at the nearby Gear Check tent for safe storage.
GEAR CHECK
Gear check will be available on Saturday starting at 6:30
a.m. and Sunday at 5:30 a.m. If you plan to check gear, please tear the gear
check tag from your race number and attach it to the bag provided to you at
race number pickup or another CLEAR bag. Atlanta Track Club is not responsible
for lost or missing bags. All checked gear must be picked up from the gear
check tent by 2:00 p.m. on race day. Any remaining bags will be taken to
Atlanta Track Club's office and made available for pick-up during regular
office hours beginning on Tuesday, February 28. Items from unclaimed bags will
be donated to local shelters after Friday, March 1.
HYDRATION STATIONS
Thirteen hydration stations are located approximately every
1.5 to 2 miles on the half and full marathon courses. All hydration stations also
offer portable restrooms and medical assistance.
ON COURSE FUEL
A variety of on course fuel options are available on both the Publix Atlanta Marathon and Half Marathon courses. The locations of each fuel stop can be found on the course map.
Honey Stinger gels in Caffeine Strawberry Kiwi, Gold and Fruit Smoothie will be offered at the "fuel" stations labeled throughout the course. Publix peanut butter pretzels, oranges and bananas are the items offered where indicated.
Pre-race, be on the lookout for Honey Stinger Waffles available to fuel before you go or to take on your run. Those will be out for the taking along the start waves as you line up in the morning.
PACE TEAM
The Publix Atlanta Marathon & Half Marathon Pace Team is here to help you achieve your goals at the event. Pace Team leads will run even splits at the pace indicated next to the finish times. Run/walk intervals will be offered for some of the pace groups.
Pace Team leads will be available for the following finish times:
| Half Marathon | Marathon |
| 1:35 (7:15 min/mile) |
3:30 (8:01 min/mile) |
1:45 (8:01) 1st Half & 2nd Half |
4:00 (9:09) |
| 2:00 (9:09) 1st Half & 2nd Half | 4:30 (10:18) |
| 2:15 (10:18) |
5:00 (11:26) - run/walk intervals |
| 2:30 (11:26)
1st Half & 2nd Half |
5:30 (12:35) - run/walk intervals |
| 2:45 (12:35) - run/walk intervals |
6:00 (13:44) - run/walk intervals |
| 3:00 (13:44) - run/walk intervals
1st Half & 2nd Half |
Back of the Pack (15:00) |
| 3:15 (14:52) - run/walk intervals |
|
| Back of the Pack (16:00) - run/walk intervals |
|
Participants can sign up for a Pace Team at the Publix
Atlanta Marathon Weekend Expo.
ATHLETE TRACKING
Participants and spectators can follow athletes
on the course using the Atlanta Track Club
event day app. App is available on Android
or Apple. Athlete location will update as they
cross a timing split approximately every 5K. Click the link below to download the race day app and sign up for participant tracking
AWARDS
Awards for overall male, female and non-binary will be given for both the 1st Half and 2nd Half events however age group awards will only be given to 1st Half participants. The 1st Half continues to feature our elite athletes and be our competitive course.
Overall and Masters awards are based on gun time and
Grandmasters are based upon net time. Overall, including Masters and Grandmasters
winners are not eligible for age group awards.
Award ceremonies will take place on the Main Stage and begin at the following times on race day:
- 8:30 a.m. - 5K awards ceremony
- 8:45 a.m. - Half Marathon awards ceremony
- 10:30 a.m. - 2nd Half and Marathon awards ceremony
Age group awards are based on net time.
- Overall male, female and non-binary
- Masters male, female and non-binary
- Grandmasters male, female and non-binary
Age group awards will be mailed to the top three finishers in each age division once results are finalized (approximately two weeks after the event:
18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,
60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80- 84, 85-89, and 90+ (excluding the overall
winners)
Marathon Relay awards (awarded on race day):
- Overall men's team
- Overall women's team
- Overall non-binary team
- Overall co-ed team
Half Marathon awards (awarded on race day):
- Overall male, female and non-binary (1st and 2nd Half Marathon)
- Masters male, female and non-binary (1st Half Marathon only)
- Grandmasters male, female and non-binary (1st Half Marathon only)
Once results of the 1st Half Marathon are finalized (approximately two weeks after the event), age group awards will be mailed to the top three finishers in each age division:
14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,
55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80- 84, 85-89, and 90+ (excluding the
overall winners)
5K awards (awarded on race day):
- Overall male, female and non-binary
- Masters male, female and non-binary
Age group awards will be mailed to the top three finishers in each age division once results are finalized (approximately two weeks after the event:
10 & under, 11 - 14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80- 84, 85-89, and 90+ (excluding the overall winners)
USATF MASTERS 5K CHAMPIONSHIP
The 2024 Publix Atlanta 5K serves as the USATF Masters 5K
Championships. A prize purse will be awarded to eligible runners ages 40 and
over. To be included in the USATF Masters 5 km Championship portion of Publix
Atlanta 5K, athletes must register and declare eligibility through USATF.org.
ATHLETES WITH DISABILITIES
In order to serve all our athletes, Atlanta Track Club
offers opportunities for Athletes with Disabilities (AWD). If you are an AWD
and interested in participating in Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon or
5K, please email awd@atlantatrackclub.org, to discuss what reasonable
accommodations can be made based on your specific needs. Atlanta Track Club
officials will provide reasonable accommodation to Athletes with Disabilities on
an individualized and event by event basis.
PET POLICY
Pets are not allowed in The Home Depot Backyard unless they are a certified service animal and identified as such.
RUNNER 321
Runner 321 is a movement started by adidas encouraging
athletes with Down syndrome or other intellectual or developmental disabilities
to participate in races and other sporting events. The movement calls for every
marathon to hold bib #321, a number representing trisomy 21 in the Down
syndrome community, to ensure representation and inclusion for neurodivergent
athletes in mainstream sports. Read
more here.
To qualify for the Runner 321 program one must register and
then provide verification of eligibility to awd@atlantatrackclub.org.
ABBOTT WORLD MARATHON MAJOR
The Marathon distance at this event is a Abbott World
Marathon Major Wanda Age Group World Rankings Qualifying race.
HOTEL & TRAVEL
Participants of the Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend are encouraged to secure a room at a discounted rate at Signia by Hilton Atlanta World Congress Center. Built on the repurposed foundation of the Georgia Dome, the recently opened hotel features eight food and beverage options, a spa, beauty bar, rooftop pool and fitness center. This brand new hotel is just walking distance from the start/finish line of Home Depot Backyard!
Signia by Hilton Atlanta World Congress Center
159 Northside Drive NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
MEDAL ENGRAVING
PR Medal Engravers provides numerous options to etch your
finish time in history. Purchase an ETag during registration and it will be
shipped to you after the race for you to adhere to your medal. Forgot to
purchase during registration? Simply visit this online site and it will come to
you in the mail!
ATLANTA UNITED HOME OPENER
Kick off the 2024 season with Atlanta United and join them for their Home Opener on Saturday, March 9th as they take on the New England Revolution at 7:30PM! For a limited time, all Publix Atlanta Marathon Weekend participants can purchase tickets with reduced prices and fees. For questions or to secure 10+ tickets, please contact Marcos.Garcia@atlutd.com.
Click here to purchase tickets, deadline to order is March 7th, 2024.
VOLUNTEER
Interested in giving back to the sport of running? Come
volunteer with us! Click Here to register.
QUESTIONS
If you have additional questions regarding the event, please
email questions@atlantatrackclub.org.
SWEETWATER BREWING BEER GARDEN
All of-age finishers in the Publix Atlanta 5K, Marathon, Half Marathon, 2nd Half Marathon and Marathon Relay qualify for one free draft beer from Sweetwater Brewing.
Drink tickets will be given out at the Publix Atlanta Marathon Expo with valid I.D. You must obtain your drink ticket at the Expo. If you are picking up a bib for another person, you must show their I.D. to be given a ticket.
To claim your free beverage on race day, you must show a valid I.D. and be wearing a valid race bib. Please carry your I.D. with you on race day or have it with you in your Gear Check belongings.