The Columbus Marathon

The Columbus Marathon The 2026 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon will be held on October 18, 2026
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We love seeing our athletes participating in other races because it means you're enjoying the sport and staying active a...
05/01/2026

We love seeing our athletes participating in other races because it means you're enjoying the sport and staying active all year long!! PLUS, it means you'll have a great base and are preparing for America's Most Meaningful Race this October.

If you're running the Flying Pig Marathon this weekend, stop by and say hi to our team at the Expo! 🐷

📞 Just passing this along: OUR race is the most meaningful event you’ll ever run or walk, and today is your last chance ...
04/30/2026

📞 Just passing this along: OUR race is the most meaningful event you’ll ever run or walk, and today is your last chance to register at our April prices!

Prices increase TOMORROW, so register now to save $15 on your spot in the Marathon or 1/2 Marathon: https://bit.ly/42fciLk

04/30/2026

Even through the wind and rain (still too soon?), our spectators and the Columbus Marathon community show up. 💪 Here's to the sideline-snack-crew, the I'll-race around-Columbus-to-high-five-you-friends the corny-sign-holding-screaming-your-name-besties and everyone in between. 📢🧡

04/25/2026

🏃‍♂️Your race number.
👕 Your event shirt.
🫗 Fluids during the race.
🥇 Your finisher's medal.
All handed to you by one of the incredible volunteers that make our race possible each year.

It takes thousands of volunteers to create the unique and world-class event that is the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon each year, and we've got the best! 🧡 Thank you, volunteers!

This is who puts on your race before they knew what marathon weekend really is.
04/23/2026

This is who puts on your race before they knew what marathon weekend really is.

The countdown is ON and we're eyeing a sell-out earlier than last year's. 👀Only 26.2 weeks before race weekend, so secur...
04/21/2026

The countdown is ON and we're eyeing a sell-out earlier than last year's. 👀

Only 26.2 weeks before race weekend, so secure your spot in America's Most Meaningful race before it's too late. 🚨

What's your best time? ⬇️
04/14/2026

What's your best time? ⬇️

04/10/2026

Who's in?🏅

Meet Kaden, one of your 2026 Marathon Mile Champions! 💙🏁Kaden has been diagnosed with SC Sickle Cell, Cystic Fibrosis, a...
04/09/2026

Meet Kaden, one of your 2026 Marathon Mile Champions! 💙🏁

Kaden has been diagnosed with SC Sickle Cell, Cystic Fibrosis, and Pancreatic Insufficiency—but that’s nothing compared to his love for geckos, gym class and anything Ninja Turtles.🐢

His favorite color is blue, and he dreams of being a zoologist when he grows up. His perfect meal? A big stack of bacon, pancakes, and loads of syrup. 🥞🥓

Will you be there to cheer Kaden on this fall?

Ever wonder what it takes to keep 15,000 athletes hydrated for their 13.1 and 26.2 mile journeys on race day?It’s not ju...
04/06/2026

Ever wonder what it takes to keep 15,000 athletes hydrated for their 13.1 and 26.2 mile journeys on race day?

It’s not just a few tables and cups. Instead, it's:
🟠 30+ Gatorade drink dispensers
🥤 Thousands of cups (and then thousands more)
💙 Hundreds of volunteer teams working in sync from start to finish
🚰 Carefully planned stops, centered around fire hydrants to provide clean city water (yes, really!)

All walks (and runs) of life represented. 🧡🦋
04/03/2026

All walks (and runs) of life represented. 🧡🦋

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136 E Broad Street
Columbus, OH
43215

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