Andy Payne 1/2 Marathon, 5K, Fun Run and Virtual Run

  • Date Sat 11th April 2026
  • Time 8:30AM CDT
  • Location Claremore, Oklahoma
  • Price Free - $107.00
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Andy Payne 1/2 Marathon, 5K, Fun Run, and Virtual Run on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Claremore, Oklahoma! This exciting event honors Cherokee Nation citizen Andy Payne, who made history by winning the grueling International Trans-Continental Footrace in 1928. Participants can choose from a challenging 1/2 Marathon, a spirited 5K, or a delightful Fun Run, making it perfect for runners of all ages and fitness levels. The 1/2 Marathon kicks off at the Andy Payne Memorial Park and concludes at the Claremore Museum of History, while the 5K begins at Claremore Lake and finishes at the same historic site. The Fun Run takes place at the Andy Payne Race Track at Claremore High School.

The festivities don’t stop at the finish line! The Awards Ceremony will be a lively celebration with free massages, nutritious refreshments, food trucks, and plenty of fun activities, including selfie spots and popcorn. Don’t miss the chance to explore the Andy Payne Exhibit and snap a photo with the Andy Payne statue in the beautiful Legacy Gardens. Register early to secure your participation medal and exclusive race T-shirt. Embrace the spirit of

Organiser's Description

The Andy Payne Rt 66 Half Marathon, 5K, Fun Run and Virtual Run honors Cherokee Nation citizen Andy Payne, who won the International Trans-Continental Footrace, commonly referred to at the Bunion Derby, in 1928. The race covered a total of 3,423 miles along Route 66 from Los Angeles to New York City.

This year's 1/2 Marathon will start at the Andy Payne Memorial Park and end at the Claremore Museum of History (MoH). The 5K will start at Claremore Lake and likewise end at the MoH. The Fun Run will occur at the Andy Payne Race Track at Claremore High School. The Awards Ceremony at the MoH will be a fun-filled event with free massages for runners, nutritious drinks, food trucks, selfie spots, popcorn, snacks and more! Visitors can view the Andy Payne Exhibit inside and take a photo with the Andy Payne statue in our new Legacy Gardens. Thank you for joining us at the Andy Payne Route 66 1/2 Marathon, 5K, Fun Run and Virtual Run!

The course is USATF sanctioned and certified with electronic timing by Tatur Racing. Participation Medals will be awarded to paid participants in the 1/2 Marathon, 5K, Fun Run and Virtual Run.

Schedule

6:30 AM Registration and packet pickup
7:45 AM Same-day registration ends
8:30 AM Half Marathon starting at the Andy Payne Statue in Foyil
9:00 AM 5K starting at Claremore Lake
9:00 AM One Mile Fun Run starting at the Andy Payne Track at Claremore High School
11:30 AM Award presentation at the Claremore Museum of History

Shirt Information
Registration for a guaranteed T-shirt closes at midnight on March 15. Shirts are not guaranteed when registering after this date, and we will not exchange shirt sizes.

Virtual Race
Runners who sign up for the virtual race by midnight on March 15 are guaranteed a shirt. T-shirts will be mailed after race day.

Packet Pick-up
Packet pickup begin on Friday, April 10, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Claremore Museum of History, located at 121 N. Weenonah Avenue, Claremore, OK 74017.

All paid registration runners will receive a bib, swag items and race t-shirt. To avoid lines on race day, pick up your packet and swag on Friday at the Claremore Museum of History. You can also purchase a vintage Andy Payne Race tank top jersey or Andy Payne ball cap that will benefit the race event for next year. Please look for these on display or on the Claremore Museum of Historys website, www.claremoremoh.org [https://www.claremoremoh.org].

Participants will be bussed to the starting locations for both the 1/2 Marathon and 5K runs. Shuttle location will be at the parking lot of First Baptist Church in Claremore which is next to the Claremore Museum of History at 121 N Weenonah Ave and the race end point.

Click here for link to Race Course map. [https://claremoremoh.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Andy-Payne-Half-Marathon-Course-Map-with-Temp-5k-Start-Color-scaled.jpg]

Race Day packet pickup will be available at the registration table at the museum from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m.

Races

  • 1/2 Marathon

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (8:30AM CDT)

    $107.00

    Additional race information can be found here...https://claremoremoh.org/andypayneroute66
  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $38.10

    Additional race information can be found here...https://claremoremoh.org/andypayneroute66
  • Virtual Race

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.10

    Additional race information can be found here...https://claremoremoh.org/andypayneroute66
  • One Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    $38.10

  • One Mile Fun Run (Free for Kids 5 and Under)

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)

    Free

    Must be 5 years old or younger on January 1st 2026 to get in for free.

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