Race Details
Kick off Fall with Revolution Running at the River City Half Marathon! We are excited and proud to be able to have this race along the scenic and beautiful Columbus Riverwalk. This race is a point to point race starting at Lake Oliver Marina in Columbus, and ending at Oxbow Meadows, just outside of Ft. Moore. The race is perfect for anyone trying to set a PR or run their first half marathon.
Race Course
The course starts at Lake Oliver Marina and ends at Oxbow Meadows. There is around 350 feet of incline and over 500 feet of decline on the course making it extremely fast. The majority of the course runs along side the scenic Chattahoochee River. You'll pass over the North Highlands Dam, run through historic Downtown Columbus, then traverse through Oxbow Meadows to the finish. Click here for the map https://www.strava.com/routes/3293327190720582036
Swag
Everyone registered will receive the amazing hoodie and all finishers will receive a beautiful finisher's medal.
Buses
This is a point to point race. Everyone who purchases a bus ticket will be shuttled from the race finish (Oxbow Meadows) to the race start (Lake Oliver Marina). If you do not purchase a shuttle ticket then you must find your own ride to the start. On race morning the buses will pickup from the South end of the Hampton Inn parking lot 2870 S Lumpkin Rd, Columbus GA, 31903.
Aid Stations
We will have several aid stations along the course at miles 2.5, 6.75, & mile 10. Carrying a bottle, handheld, or a pack is strongly encouraged. We'll have electrolyte drinks, water, gels, and fruit at all aid stations to help every runner accomplish their goal.
Post Race
We'll have food and drinks provided (for free) for all finishers at the finish line festivities. Every runner will be provided a food ticket for after the race. Additional tickets can be purchased for spectators, family, or friends.
Hotels
There are plenty of hotels to choose from in Columbus. The hotel closest to the finish line (bus pickup) is the Hampton Inn 2870 S Lumpkin Rd Columbus GA 31903. The hotel closest to the start line is The Double Tree by Hilton Hotel 5351 Sydney Simons blvd. Columbus GA 31904.
Virtual
Can't make it to Columbus for this amazing race but you still want to run a half marathon the same weekend and get a sweet hoodie? No worries, sign up and run the virtual half and we'll mail you your medal and hoodie!
Event's current local time: 8:28 AM ET