AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon
The Third Oldest Ongoing Marathon in America.
Race day
18
Oct 2026
The Third Oldest Ongoing Marathon in America.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 18 October 2026Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start time | 07:30 local (America/New York)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 10K · 5KCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Location | Atlantic City, New Jersey, United StatesCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start area | Bally's Atlantic City, Atlantic City Boardwalk, NJConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Entry price | $80–$140Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · USATF certifiedCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 15 mCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 3,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Atlantic City Race SeriesCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Official website | acraceseries.comOrganizer · 25 May 2026 | Organizer | 25 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 25 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 25 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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The third oldest ongoing marathon in America since 1958, featuring eight miles on the boardwalk.
Is this race a fit?
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Best For
Runners comparing a listed Boston qualifier
AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K options around Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
AmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon is currently listed for October 18, 2026, which makes the October planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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