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Also a marathon, 100 mi from AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & G. Larry James 5K, registration open
MarathonHalf Marathon10K5KRegistration open
AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & G. Larry James 5K
Atlantic City, New Jersey4,570 spots
- Entry from
- $75
- Aid stations
- 15
- Days to go
- 11
At a glance
- Date
- Oct 17–18, 2026
- Location
- Atlantic City, New Jersey
- Distances
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
- Aid stations
- 15
- Registration
- Registration open until Oct 17, 2026, via runsignup.com
- Prize money
- Prize money is listed as $200/$100/$50 for the G. Larry James 5K, $300/$175/$75 for the 10K, $500/$350/$200 for the Half Marathon, and $600/$450/$300 for the Marathon. The page separately states that overall awards are given to first-, second-, and third-place male and female finishers, but does not explicitly state whether the listed cash amounts apply separately to each gender.
- Prize source
- acraceseries.comVerified Oct 4, 2026
- Official site
- acraceseries.com
- Listed from
- RunSignUp
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026
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Build my planAbout this race
Experience the rich legacy of running with the esteemed Atlantic City Marathon, a cherished tradition since 1958, making it the third oldest ongoing marathon in the United States.
Explore the scenic wonders of Absecon Island as the Atlantic City Marathon & Half Marathon wind through the vibrant streets of Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate, and Longport. From the glitzy Boardwalk Casinos to the tranquil charm of beachside communities, every mile offers a captivating experience for all runners.
Whether you're seeking the ultimate endurance test of the Marathon, the exhilaration of the Half Marathon, the spirited pace of the 10K, or the quick thrill of the 5K, there's a race for every ambition. Join us and be part of the enduring legacy of the Atlantic City Marathon.
Key dates
Registration opens
Oct 13, 2025
Tier 1 ends
Oct 31, 2025
Tier 2 ends
Dec 30, 2025
Tier 2 ends
Dec 31, 2025
Tier 3 ends
Apr 30, 2026
Tier 3 ends
Jul 31, 2026
Tier 4 ends
Jul 31, 2026
Tier 4 ends
Sep 30, 2026
Tier 5 ends
Sep 30, 2026
Tier 5 ends
Oct 16, 2026
Tier 6 ends
Oct 16, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 17, 2026
Race day
Oct 17, 2026
Tier 6 ends
Oct 17, 2026
Pricing
King Neptune Challenge (Marathon + 10K)
Tier 6, until Oct 17, 2026
$160
King Neptune Challenge (Marathon + 5K)
Tier 6, until Oct 16, 2026
$160
Marathon
Tier 6, until Oct 17, 2026
$150
Half Marathon
Tier 6, until Oct 17, 2026
$140
King Neptune Challenge (Half Marathon + 10K)
Tier 6, until Oct 16, 2026
$140
King Neptune Challenge (Half Marathon + 5K)
Tier 6, until Oct 16, 2026
$140
10K
Tier 5, until Oct 16, 2026
$75
G. Larry James 5K
Tier 5, until Oct 16, 2026
$75
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Aid stations
15| Station | Distance | Crew | Drop bags | Cutoff | Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bacharach Blvd. before Convention Center Hydration station for the Marathon and Half Marathon. | 1.00 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Brigantine Blvd. after Connector Rd. Hydration station for the Marathon and Half Marathon. | 2.50 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Borgata Service Rd. Hydration station for the Marathon and Half Marathon. | 4.00 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Maryland Ave. Hydration station for the Marathon and Half Marathon. | 5.50 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
New Hampshire Ave. Energy gels are specified here for the Marathon and Half Marathon. | 7.00 miles | -- | waterGatorade EnduranceHüma Energy Gels | ||
New Jersey Ave. on the Boardwalk in front of Showboat Hydration station for the Marathon and Half Marathon. | 8.25 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Chelsea Ave. on the Boardwalk Two-way hydration station; also listed at mile 25.2. | 10.00 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Surrey Ave. on the Boardwalk Two-way hydration station; also listed at mile 24. | 11.50 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Margate Library Two-way hydration station; also listed at mile 21.5. | 14.25 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Atlantic Ave. & 33rd Ave./35th Ave. Two-way hydration station; also listed at mile 16.5. | 14.75 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Atlantic Ave. & 11th Ave. Energy gels specified for the Marathon. | 15.50 miles | -- | waterGatorade EnduranceHüma Energy Gels | ||
Monroe Ave. Energy gels specified for the Marathon; station also listed at mile 20.5. | 17.50 miles | -- | waterGatorade EnduranceHüma Energy Gels | ||
Jerome Ave. Hydration station and course timing point. | 19.00 miles | -- | waterGatorade Endurance | ||
Boardwalk at Albany Ave. 10K-only hydration station; also listed at mile 5.2. | 1.00 miles | -- | waterGatorade | ||
Boardwalk at Somerset Ave. 10K-only hydration station; also listed at mile 4. | 2.50 miles | -- | waterGatorade |
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