Athens Marathon the Authentic 2025

The Athens Marathon the Authentic returns on 9 November 2025, and though all race spots are officially sold out, the real magic of this iconic event isn’t just for runners—it's for everyone.
Each year, over 75,000 participants and spectators come together to celebrate the spirit of endurance along the legendary route from Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium—the birthplace of the modern Olympic Games.
This is your chance to witness history in motion. Whether you're cheering on the sidelines, supporting a friend, or soaking in the electric atmosphere, you’re part of something bigger.

Here’s how to get involved:

• Line the route and cheer with thousands of locals and visitors as runners tackle 42.195 km of pure legend.
• Volunteer and become an essential part of the team behind Greece’s biggest sporting event.
• Visit the OPAP Marathon Expo at the Faliro Indoor Hall (6–8 November), a massive celebration of fitness, innovation, and community.
• Join Authentic Talks, a series of open events that dive into the culture and impact of the marathon.

From the emotional finish at the Panathenaic Stadium to the rhythm of Athens pulsing through every neighborhood along the way, the Athens Marathon is a festival of human willpower, Greek heritage, and global unity.
Even if you’re not running, you should be there.