Scenic Route: The race takes you through acclaimed historic districts.
River Views: Run alongside the beautiful Tennessee River.
Park Experience: Experience part of the course in Point Mallard Park.
Certification: The race course is USATF certified.
Relay and 5K Information
Relay Option: Half marathon relay option available with up to 4 members per team.
5K Race Start: The 5K will start at 7:15am and is an out-and-back course.
5K Participation: 5K participants receive a race shirt, carnival swag, and finisher surprise.
Post-Race Treats: Mardi Gras donuts, Gatorade, and Pepsi for 5K participants at the finish line.
Finisher Rewards
13.1 Participants: Receive a race shirt, carnival swag, and Finishers Medal.
Relay Teams: Each team member receives a race shirt, carnival swag, and team Finisher Medals.
Cash Prizes: Overall winners of the HALF MARATHON receive cash and prizes.
Post Race Celebration: All finishers enjoy a celebration at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center with beignets, red beans and rice, and ONE FREE mimosa or cold beer.
Registration Information
Online Registration: Available through February 12, 2026, with incremental fee increases as race day approaches.
Late Registration: Available at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center from February 13th to February 14th.
Shirt Availability: Late registrants may not receive race shirts and sizes are not guaranteed.
Packet Pick-Up: Available on February 13th and February 14th at the Carnegie Visual Arts Center.
Finishing Time Cut-Off
Time Limit: There is a 3:30 time limit for the HALF MARATHON, as requested by the Decatur Police Department and RCR TIMING.