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Old Mill Marathon Relay

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

USDec 5, 202642.195km
Stephen Leonardi · Pexels
Race date in 57 days
Dec 5, 2026 Sat
City · Distance
Lexington · 42.195km
Entry fee
$87.58Varies by event and entry period
Status
OpenWed, July 1, 2026 ~ Fri, November 20, 2026See how to enter ↗
Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 9, 2026
Old Mill Marathon Relay race photo
Stephen Leonardi · Pexels
About the raceHow to enterCourseRace PrepTravel
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Old Mill Marathon Relay — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

A marathon relay running 23 laps of a 1.14-mile loop course.

A team can consist of 1-5 runners with flexible order, but runners must switch after each lap.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

Old Mill Marathon Relay runner reviews and race reports

Stories from those who ran it first.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

No runner reports yet. We'll add them here as they come in.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

Finisher vlog

Chris Lampman · Finisher vlog

View on YouTube

This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Old Mill Marathon Relay — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

Marathon

Entry cost $87.58

Solo Marathon Runner · subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

2 Person Marathon Relay Team

Entry cost $130.38

subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

3 Person Marathon Relay Team

Entry cost $173.17

subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

4 Person Marathon Relay Team

Entry cost $215.97

subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page
About 5 Person Marathon Relay Team

5 Person Marathon Relay Team

Entry cost $258.77

subject to change — verify officially

Organizer's page

Registration platform Race Roster

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Old Mill Marathon Relay course map and elevation

The 42.195km I'll run

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

From the 2025 edition
Runners start · local timeFrom 07:30
Time limit5 hours
EventStartTime limit
Marathon42.195km07:305h
City center · not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet. The map shows the host city.

START

Old Mill Pond Trail, East Main St, Lexington SC

FINISH

Old Mill Pond Trail, East Main Street, Lexington, SC

Finish · Google Maps
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The Solo Marathon, 2-Person Marathon Relay Team, 3-Person Marathon Relay Team, 4-Person Marathon Relay Team,

and 5-Person Marathon Relay Team events are held together.

Start line is held in Lexington, SC, with a local start time of 7:30 a.m.

Course is a loop course that returns to the starting point.

Typical race-season temperature: around 5°C (40°F)
Long sleeves + a throwaway layer for the start

Participant benefits

Event T-shirt

Where and when to collect your Old Mill Marathon Relay race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

From the 2025 edition

Pick up your bib at the expo

Packet pickup information has not yet been announced.
For a small race, race-morning pickup is typical; check the registration page for details.

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startNo public transit; start/finish/exchange zone all in the parking lot behind the Old Mill, 711 East Main…
  • Getting to the finishSame parking lot behind the Old Mill as the start

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

No public transit; start/finish/exchange zone all in the parking lot behind the Old Mill, 711 East Main Street, Lexington, SC 29072

This is Lexington, SOUTH CAROLINA (not Lexington, Kentucky). Loop relay: course is a repeating 1.14-mile trail loop around the Old Mill Pond; runners complete 23 laps total.

Per official race site (steadfastrelays.

Map

Getting to the finish

Same parking lot behind the Old Mill as the start

No separate finish venue — finish is in the same lot behind the old mill.

Map

IC card

Old Mill Marathon Relay is a small-town race near Lexington with no dedicated transit card system found; it is a car-access rural/suburban venue, and cash/card is fine for any parking fees.

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026
READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

December temperatures in Lexington average 5°C.

The most dangerous moment is immediately after finishing.

As sweat cools, your body temperature can drop quickly, so be sure to put warm clothing in your gear bag to throw on right after the finish.

The venue is in an area without public transportation.

Plan to travel by car or rental car.

Registration is handled through the Race Roster platform.

The point where full marathon usually breaks down is around 30 km.

Saving 30 seconds early can save 5 minutes later.

Do not skip aid stations; take a little at each one.

The 07:30 start is early.

Working backward from your wake-up time, breakfast, and travel, it is more convenient to stay the night before near start line.

Times are local to Lexington. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington, An Ihg Hotel

Hotel · 675m

8.9/10(197)
View on Booking.com

Charlotte: Uncover the Queen City's Black Legacy Walking Tour

Queen City Black Heritage Walking Tour · $27

View on GetYourGuide

The Queen City Experience: 90-min Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte Historical Shuttle Bus City Tour · $41

View on GetYourGuide

Charlotte｜Private airport pickup/drop-off service at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

$82

View on Klook

Charlotte's Best Historic City Tour (Eco-Friendly Electric Cart Ride)

$43

View on Klook

Hotels near the Old Mill Marathon Relay start line in Lexington

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington, An Ihg Hotel

Hotel · 675m

8.9/10(197)
View on Booking.com

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Trip.comClosest to the start lineView on Trip.com

Time for you, before and after the finish

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Rest a little, wander a little.
Pick what suits you and whoever you're with.

Charlotte: Uncover the Queen City's Black Legacy Walking Tour

Queen City Black Heritage Walking Tour · $27

View on GetYourGuide

Charlotte｜Private airport pickup/drop-off service at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

$82

View on Klook

Charlotte: Uptown Charlotte Historian-Guided Tour

Uptown Charlotte Historic Guided Tour · $21

View on GetYourGuide

What to see in Lexington after the race

Seeing Lexington with the medal on

View all →

The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

The Queen City Experience: 90-min Historical City Bus Tour

Charlotte Historical Shuttle Bus City Tour · $41

View on GetYourGuide

Charlotte's Best Historic City Tour (Eco-Friendly Electric Cart Ride)

$43

View on Klook
Eating well is part of the tripA meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.View on map

Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Experiences, food and sights are travel products in Lexington.

Total cost and budget for Old Mill Marathon Relay

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Old Mill Marathon Relay

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Lexington runners' room

Frequently asked questions about Old Mill Marathon Relay

FAQ
When does Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026 take place?

It takes place on Sat, December 5, 2026 in Lexington, SC, United States.

How much is the Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026 entry fee?

The main event costs $87.58.

What is the time limit for Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026?

5 hours. (From the 2025 edition)

What distances does Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026 offer?

Marathon. (From the 2025 edition)

What time does Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026 start?

The race starts at 07:30. (From the 2025 edition)

What time should I arrive at the Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026 start area?

Arrive and check-in at least 1 hour before departure. (From the 2025 edition)

Where does Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026 start?

Old Mill Pond Trail, East Main St, Lexington SC. (From the 2025 edition)

When does registration for Old Mill Marathon Relay 2026 open?

Registration runs from Wed, July 1, 2026 to Fri, November 20, 2026.

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