Columbus Marathon returns Oct. 18 with new route and hospital fundraising record in reach
The gist
The 46th Columbus Marathon starts 7:30 a.m. Oct. 18 on a new route.
More than 100,000 people are expected downtown.
How it unfolded
- Jan 11, 2026The marathon's partnership with Nationwide Children's Hospital was extended for at least two more years.
- Oct 12, 2026The Dispatch reported the marathon is on track to beat 2025's record-setting $1.4 million raised for the hospital.
- Oct 14, 2026Upper Arlington announced the route will pass through the community, with runners entering at the bike path feeding onto North Star Road from Woody Hayes Drive.