Spectator Information
PRE-RACE FESTIVITIES - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Visit local sports and fitness vendors at the Augusta Half Marathon Expo at Enterprise Mill from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. The expo is free and open to public. Beginning at 4:00 pm, kids in grades K-5 will complete the Medals for Miles fun run! The fun run is free, but pre-registration is required.
For some extra fun, stop by the Augusta Canal Interpretive Center for a history lesson and boat tour of the Augusta Canal. When hunger strikes, drop by Fat Man's Mill Cafe, open from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, for a tasty meal!
SPECTATOR VIEWING AREAS
13.1 miles is a long way, so the runners will need all the encouragement they can get! Whether you are cheering on family or friends, or just want to show your support for the runners, below are some suggested areas to come out and cheer:
Downtown Augusta - The action starts downtown, and Artists Row is where it's at! Line up on the south side of Broad Street between 8th and 12th Streets for the best views, and take your pick of downtown cafes for your morning cup of joe!
St. Sebastian Way - Adjacent to the start/finish area at Enterprise Mill, spectators on St. Sebastian Way will see runners as they start the race, and again as they begin Mile 2. Parking is plentiful at Enterprise Mill (see parking map below), so come early and tailgate!
The Partridge Inn - Runners will need you now, as they start the slow steady climb up Bonair Hill! After the race, stop in to The Partridge Inn for Augusta's Best Sunday Brunch, served from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Runners, show your race bib and recieve 20% off! Or better yet, reserve your hotel room at The Partridge Inn and watch the race from your balcony!
Augusta State University - Stake out your spot at the top of the hill, one of the most scenic spots on the race course.
Lake Olmstead Park - There's nothing better than a Sunday morning in the park and the Augusta Half Marathon runs right through it! After the race, enjoy a stroll along the shores of Lake Olmstead, or play a round of disc golf.
Harrisburg Park - Spectators at Harrisburg Park, located at Mile 12, will give the runners the final push they need as they fight to the finish!
Enterprise Mill - The race starts and finishes at historic Enterprise Mill in downtown Augusta. Join us here for the finish line party and awards from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm! Once you've worked up an appetite from all that cheering, grab a bite to eat from Fat Man's Mill Cafe, open from 5:30 am until 1:00 pm on race day.
Directions to Start/Finish Line
From points East or West (Interstate-20)
Take Exit 200 (Riverwatch Parkway). Follow Riverwatch Parkway approximately 4.5 miles to downtown Augusta. At the second traffic light, turn right onto St. Sebastian Way. Continue two and a half blocks, crossing over Greene Street. There will be ample parking at Enterprise Mill on the right, and Sutherland Mill on the left.
From points South (Highway 25/Interstate-520)
Take Exit 7 (Peach Orchard Road/Highway 25). Follow Peach Orchard Road approximately 6 miles. Turn left onto Walton Way. Continue approximately one mile, and turn right onto St. Sebastian Way. Cross over the Augusta Canal bridge. There will be ample parking at Enterprise Mill on the left, and Sutherland Mill on the right.
PARKING MAP
