Chattanooga Marathon
Chattanooga Marathon is a hilly Tennessee road marathon with a certified Boston-qualifier course and a route built to showcase the city itself.
Chattanooga Marathon quick facts
- Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 7:30 a.m. in Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Boston-qualifying course with USATF certificate TN19001BW
- Designed by local runners to show off Chattanooga
- About 1,200 feet of elevation gain
- Rolling city course rather than a flat PR setup
What is the Chattanooga Marathon?
Chattanooga sells experience more than pure speed. The marathon is framed as a city showcase, and race weekend has enough scale to feel substantial without turning the full marathon into an afterthought.
Chattanooga Marathon course route
Designed by local distance runners, the course carries about 1,200 feet of elevation gain and is meant to highlight Chattanooga rather than flatten it out. Expect a real rolling city marathon with strong spectator sections and a certified route.
Weather for the Chattanooga Marathon
Late March in Chattanooga can start cool and finish much warmer, and humidity can show up even when the morning feels comfortable. The hills tend to matter more once the day warms.
Past Chattanooga Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, March 29, 2026 | — | — |
| 2025 | Sunday, March 2, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
Chattanooga Marathon FAQ
When is the Chattanooga Marathon?
The 2026 Chattanooga Marathon is on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
How do I register for the Chattanooga Marathon?
You can register for the Chattanooga Marathon at secure.getmeregistered.com.