Red Nose Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Red Nose Half Marathon is scheduled for January 10, 2026 in Columbus, GA. The race distance is 13.1 miles and the certified course (GA24076WC) starts and finishes at 11th & Broadway, following the Columbus Riverwalk. The event has a 3.5 hour time limit (about 16 minutes per mile). A finisher medal is awarded to the first 800 people who cross the finish line. The race location is listed as 1100 Broadway, Columbus, GA 31901.
Registration and logistics
Registration is free. An optional long-sleeve technical shirt is available for $30; to be guaranteed a shirt runners must register with payment by December 20, and extra shirts will be supplied on a first-come basis. Registration closes January 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM and reopens for in-person registration on January 9 at 12:00 PM. Packet pickup is available Friday, January 9 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday, January 10 from 6:45 AM to 7:45 AM; packet pickup closes sharply at 7:45 AM on Saturday with no exceptions. Awards are given to Top 3 Overall, Top Masters, and for age groups (14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, then 10-year age groups up to 70+), separated by male and female categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.