Dec 26, 2024
10 Reasons to Cap City
1. Turn your New Year Resolution into Reality:
Set your 2025 goals and get registered for this spring's ultimate celebration of the healthy, active lifestyle. This is the perfect way to turn your Resolutions into Reality!
Register by December 31 & SAVE on registration fees! The price increases on January 1.
2. A Distance for Every Goal:
Whether you're looking to be a First-Time Half Marathoner, conquer a new distance at the Quarter Marathon or PR at the 5K, there is a distance for every goal and a celebration for everyone.
3. Great SWAG
Celebrate the Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon or 5K in style.
The high quality, high performance shirts and the stand-out medals go perfectly with the iconic post-race party.
4. Best Tour Of Columbus
From German Village to the Short North and from Ohio State's campus to the Arena District, Cap City offers a one-of-a-kind tour of some of Columbus' most iconic landmarks.
The courses are lined with live music, cheer zones and CELEBRATES YOU from the Start Line to the post-race party.
5. The Epic Post-Race Party
The celebration is just getting started once you cross that Finish Line! Experience the Byers Xtra Mile Finish Line Party featuring a live concert and complimentary:
Jet's Pizza
Roosters Boneless Wings
Corona Premier Beer
Teremana Margarita by Condado
Mumm Sparkling Wine
Non-Alcohol beverages from Coca-Cola
& More!
6. Award Winning Experience
The course, the Post-Race Party and overall experience are why Cap City was voted the #2 Top Half Marathon in the country by USA Today's 10Best Awards. Get registered & ready to experience what makes Cap City an award-winning event.
7. One-Of-A-Kind VIP Experience
Elevate your race day with the Diamond Cellar VIP Experience — enjoy exclusive perks, a premium VIP jacket, and a pre & post-race celebration designed to make your experience truly unforgettable!
Upgrade for $125 + registration fees
8. Celebrate with Friends & Family
Running and walking -- & celebrating!-- is better together! With three distances, there is a celebration for every level and experience. Make this a friends & family celebration.
NEW! Gift Cards are now available!
9. Training Resources for Every Level
Are you getting ready to conquer a new distance? Or PR? We have the training resources to get you from the Start Line to the Finish Line including:
- Free Training Plans
- Official Training Program
- Official Training Groups
- & More!
10. A Remarkable Experience
Whether you've participated in Cap City before or this is your first time, it's our mission to make this a remarkable CELEBRATION OF YOU. From registration to the Post-Race Party, our goal is to Celebrate You like the Champion You Are.
We hope to see you on April 26!