Mainly Marathons Appalachian Series
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Appalachian Series
The Appalachian Series runs for seven consecutive days, March 19 to March 25, 2027, with a race each day in a different city and state: Eufaula AL, Macon GA, Seneca SC, Etowah NC, Bristol TN, and Bluefield WV/VA (two days in Bluefield). Each day uses a multi-loop course; tentative marathon lap counts are provided for each location.
Course surfaces vary by day and include paved rails-to-trails, wide concrete paths, mixed asphalt and concrete, smooth paved park paths, finely crushed gravel, and wide paved roads. Per-lap elevation gain estimates (from Garmin) are listed for each course and range from about 30 to 112 feet. One large aid station supports each multi-loop course with a range of food and drink options and a mobile kitchen.
Packet pickup is available before the series on March 18 at an address in Pensacola FL, and race day pickup is available at each start line. The event has a no runner left behind policy and generally no fixed time limit for marathons and shorter distances, but participants must finish at least 30 minutes before park closing hours; the final day of the series has a 10 hour time limit. Pets are not allowed; strollers are permitted but must start at the back and yield to runners.
Participants receive a shirt and multiple medals for each state completed; a Series Finisher Medal is awarded for completing all days. Discounts are available to active military and to certain club members. Entry fees vary by event and registration date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.