Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta
Bound for Boston Half Marathon offers a fast, flat loop course designed for personal bests.
Race Date
Sep 6, 2026
Location
Johns Creek, GA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 6, 2026
- Location
- Johns Creek, Georgia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, Half Marathon-530 am Start, Half Marathon-600 am Start, Marathon-530 am Start, Marathon-600 am Start
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 422
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Bound for Boston Half Marathon in Johns Creek, Georgia, is crafted for runners aiming for speed and personal records. The course is a single, super-flat loop on Johns Creek Parkway, designed for consistent pacing and optimal performance. This USATF-certified course, with a minimal net drop and start/finish separation, is ideal for those chasing qualifying times or simply looking to achieve a new PR.
This event is intentionally a small, focused race, capped at 175 participants, fostering an environment for serious runners. With aid stations providing water and electrolytes, and the flexibility for runners to place their own personalized support on the tables, every detail is geared towards a smooth, efficient race day. The typical winning time hovers around 80 minutes, reflecting the course's potential for fast times.
Runners typically travel from about 12 states to compete in this event, which has seen about 155 finishers in recent editions. The race offers a great race shirt and finisher medals, with awards presented in standard age groups. It's a well-supported, no-frills event that prioritizes a fast, flexible race experience for dedicated athletes.
Race-provided description
Have you been dreaming of running the Boston Marathon? Need to shave a few minutes off your qualifying time? Or maybe you're just looking for the perfect course to set a new PR? Whether Boston is your goal or not, the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon is for you. We are racing in Johns Creek on Johns Creek Pkwy and the course features a 1-mile, super flat and super fast loop, making it ideal for consistent pacing and record-setting performances. The Full Marathon is USATF certified, making it a Boston Qualifier. This event is uniquely designed for serious runners. We will have water and an electrolyte drink at the aid table. Participants are welcome to bring their own personalized aid to place on the aid tables, allowing you to grab exactly what you need each time you pass. Many runners even bring a cheer crew to help hand out fuel and keep the motivation high throughout the race. To maintain the best possible experience, this is intentionally a small, focused event, capped at just 175 participants. We will have a great race shirt and finisher medals for all participants. Awards for both distances are in the usual 5-year age groups. Fast course, flexible support, and a chance to chase your goals—this is the race that lets you run your perfect day. VOLUNTEERS FOR I'M BOUND FOR BOSTON RECEIVE FIVE (5) FREE RACES. (Volunteers must sign up on the volunteer page.)
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Start Time
6:30 AM
Giveaway
Awesome Race Shirt
Start Location
4030 Johns Creek Pkwy, Johns Creek, GA, 30024
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.16 m
Separation
2.3%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
GA17054WC · Boston Bound Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Standout648 years running
~154 finishers a year
growing or steady
8% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 12 states
winner 1:19:58
typical high 83°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
66°
Afternoon (High)
83°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 422 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
422
Median time
2:15:58
Latest turnout
79
States
24
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta?
The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta is held on Sunday, September 6, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM.
Where does the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta take place?
It takes place in Johns Creek, Georgia.
What distances does the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, Half Marathon-530 am Start, Half Marathon-600 am Start, Marathon-530 am Start, Marathon-600 am Start.
Is the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta course flat and good for a PR?
The Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta?
HalfRuns has finish records for 422 runners who have completed the Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Atlanta.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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