Columbus Marathon

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon is one of the largest and most respected fall races in the U.S., combining a flat, fast course with a powerful community cause. Held every October in Columbus, Ohio, the race includes a full marathon and half marathon, drawing 18,000 participants and routinely selling out months in advance. With nearly 20% of marathon finishers qualifying for Boston in some years, it's a top choice for competitive runners. But its soul lies in its partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital, featuring patient champions—“mile champions”—who cheer runners on every mile of the course.