21st Annual Run to Read Half Marathon
- Date Sat 17th January 2026
- Time 1:00PM EST
- Location Fairmont, West Virginia
- Price $38.35
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and community at the 21st Annual Run to Read Half Marathon, taking place on Saturday, January 17th, 2026, in the scenic Fairmont, Marion. This exciting event features a unique double out-and-back course that spans 13.1 miles, showcasing two beautiful rail trails. The first leg of the race is a paved route of about 5 miles that takes participants through the historic and restored Meredith Tunnel, while the second segment leads runners along a crushed limestone trail with breathtaking views of the Monongahela River.
Runners will not only enjoy a fantastic race day experience but also receive long sleeve tech shirts if registered by December 6, 2024, along with a custom finisher memento for all finishers. With a convenient 1 PM start time, participants can look forward to a pre-race meeting at 12:50 PM, and same-day registration and packet pickup will begin at 11:30 AM. The event benefits the Literacy Volunteers of Marion County, supporting their mission of providing free tutoring in reading, math, and ESL for both adults and children. Join us for an uplifting day filled with camaraderie, delicious post-race food, and the thrill
Runners will not only enjoy a fantastic race day experience but also receive long sleeve tech shirts if registered by December 6, 2024, along with a custom finisher memento for all finishers. With a convenient 1 PM start time, participants can look forward to a pre-race meeting at 12:50 PM, and same-day registration and packet pickup will begin at 11:30 AM. The event benefits the Literacy Volunteers of Marion County, supporting their mission of providing free tutoring in reading, math, and ESL for both adults and children. Join us for an uplifting day filled with camaraderie, delicious post-race food, and the thrill
Organiser's Description
Double out and back on 2 rail trails. The first section is about 5 miles long, is paved & goes through the historic & restored Meredith Tunnel. The second trail is on crushed limestone & has a scenic view of the Monongahela River. Long sleeve tech shirts if registered by Dec 6th 2024. A very limited number of shirts may be available for same-day registration, so please pre-register online or via mail. All finishers will get a nice custom finisher memento!
Hour long videos from the 2009 race & the 2013 race are on You Tube. Race news is posted on Facebook. Awards presented as runners finish. Lots of post-race food. Convenient 1pm start time. First race in MAGP race series. Chip timing by Miles of Smiles Timing Services. Results will be posted on smileymiles.com.
Event benefits Literacy Volunteers of Marion County (LVMC), a United Way agency & a 501(c)(3) tax exempt entity. LVMC facilitates free one on one tutoring in a friendly, confidential setting. Tutoring is provided for both adults and children in reading, math & English as a second language (ESL).
Same-day registration and packet pickup begin at 11:30am on race day! Pre-race meeting 12:50pm at the starting line directly below the church on the hill.
Hour long videos from the 2009 race & the 2013 race are on You Tube. Race news is posted on Facebook. Awards presented as runners finish. Lots of post-race food. Convenient 1pm start time. First race in MAGP race series. Chip timing by Miles of Smiles Timing Services. Results will be posted on smileymiles.com.
Event benefits Literacy Volunteers of Marion County (LVMC), a United Way agency & a 501(c)(3) tax exempt entity. LVMC facilitates free one on one tutoring in a friendly, confidential setting. Tutoring is provided for both adults and children in reading, math & English as a second language (ESL).
Same-day registration and packet pickup begin at 11:30am on race day! Pre-race meeting 12:50pm at the starting line directly below the church on the hill.
Races
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Run to Read Half Marathon
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (Color TBD)
Sat 17th January 2026 (1:00PM EST)
$38.35
5 water stops. Course is closed to vehicular traffic. Flat course ideal for a PR (depending on weather). All finishers get a unique medal. Shirts guaranteed only if registered before mid December.
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