New Orleans Marathon
New Orleans Marathon offers a vibrant Big Easy experience with a resilient spirit and a festive French Quarter after-party.
Race Date
Nov 14, 2026
Location
New Orleans, LA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The New Orleans Marathon returns to the vibrant streets of the Big Easy, inviting runners to conquer a challenge steeped in resilience and pride. This event, first run in 2002 and now in its 20th year, typically draws participants from across the nation, with about a third returning each year.
The course winds from the New Orleans Museum of Art to the finish at Roosevelt Mall, promising a journey through the city's unique character. After crossing the finish line, the celebration kicks off at Tad Gormley Stadium with music and food, followed by an unforgettable after-party in the historic French Quarter, a testament to the city's enduring spirit.
While the race has experienced a seven-year hiatus, its spirit of community and celebration remains. Runners can expect a well-organized event that culminates in a true New Orleans experience, blending athletic achievement with the city's renowned festive atmosphere.
Race-provided description
Get ready to lace up your shoes and let the good times roll as the New Orleans Marathon returns to the streets of the Big Easy after a seven year hiatus. We're thrilled to invite you to the inaugural New Orleans Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Marathon Relay—your chance to conquer your next running challenge in the most vibrant city in America. From the start at the New Orleans Museum of Art to the finish line in Roosevelt Mall, every step tells a story of resilience, pride, and endless possibility. Once your race is completed, our fun doesn't stop at the finish line! Your victory celebration begins at the New Orleans Marathon Official Post Race Party on the floor of Tad Gormley Stadium. Stay and party with friends and family to some of the best music and food on the planet. When our party ends, the after party begins in the New Orleans French Quarter, where time has stood still for over 300 years in our pot of Gumbo called "The Big Easy"!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA, 70124
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
1.2%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
LA22001DJR · Rock N Roll New Orleans - Half Marathon 2022
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
USATF certified · 3 timing sources · 7 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the New Orleans Marathon?
The New Orleans Marathon is held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the New Orleans Marathon take place?
It takes place in New Orleans, Louisiana.
What distances does the New Orleans Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the New Orleans Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The New Orleans Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
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