2024 Richmond Marathon Shatters All-Time Participation Record

The 2024 Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon, scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 16, has broken its all-time participation record. According to event organizers, the marathon will see nearly 21,000 runners across all three races, surpassing the previous record of 20,586 set in 2014[3].

The full marathon and half marathon have both reached their capacity, with 6,200 and 10,000 runners respectively. The full marathon is set to begin at 7 a.m. on Saturday, and participants and spectators should be aware of several no-parking zones and street closures in effect. Towing will be enforced in some areas to ensure smooth operations[3].

In addition to the record-breaking participation, the event also features inspiring stories of perseverance. One notable example is David Griffin, who is returning to the Richmond Marathon after experiencing a cardiac arrest during the event last year. Griffin’s determination to finish what he started has captured the hearts of many, highlighting the resilience and spirit of the running community[5].

The city has also made special arrangements to accommodate the large number of participants, including the use of Main Street Station as a key location for the event[4].