The Heroes of America Marathon and Half Marathon take place in Columbus, Georgia, starting and finishing near Woodruff Park. The marathon course includes sections along the Riverwalk and inside Fort Moore, while the half marathon shares the start and finish point without entering the fort. There is also a 5K race that begins shortly after the marathon and half marathon. The event includes a relay marathon option and has age restrictions for participants. All participants receive a finisher's t-shirt and medal, and the marathon course is certified for Boston Marathon qualification.