Andy Payne Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 11th April 2026 - Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Foyil, Oklahoma
- Price $38.10 - $107.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Andy Payne Half Marathon & 5K, taking place from April 11th to April 18th, 2026, in the charming town of Claremore, Rogers! This unique event honors Cherokee Nation citizen Andy Payne, who made history by winning the International Trans-Continental Footrace in 1928. Runners can choose between a challenging Half Marathon or a fun-filled 5K, both set on USATF certified courses featuring electronic timing by Tatur Racing.
The excitement kicks off bright and early on race day with registration beginning at 6:30 a.m. and the Half Marathon starting at 8:00 a.m. Following the races, the awards ceremony at the Claremore Museum of History promises to be a festive celebration, complete with free massages from Reset Chiropractic, delicious food trucks, and fun photo opportunities with the Andy Payne statue. Don’t miss the chance to learn more about this remarkable athlete at the Andy Payne exhibit inside the museum. Make plans to join us for a day of fitness, community, and celebration, and secure your spot by registering before March 27 to guarantee your T-shirt!
The excitement kicks off bright and early on race day with registration beginning at 6:30 a.m. and the Half Marathon starting at 8:00 a.m. Following the races, the awards ceremony at the Claremore Museum of History promises to be a festive celebration, complete with free massages from Reset Chiropractic, delicious food trucks, and fun photo opportunities with the Andy Payne statue. Don’t miss the chance to learn more about this remarkable athlete at the Andy Payne exhibit inside the museum. Make plans to join us for a day of fitness, community, and celebration, and secure your spot by registering before March 27 to guarantee your T-shirt!
Organiser's Description
The race also honors Cherokee Nation citizen Andy Payne, who won the International Trans-Continental Footrace in 1928, running 3,423 miles along Route 66 from Los Angeles to New York City. The awards ceremony at the MOH will be a fun-filled event with free massages for runners from Reset Chiropractic, teas from 6:19 Nutrition, food trucks, selfie spots, popcorn, snacks and more! Visitors can take a photo with the Andy Payne statue next to the museum and learn more about Andy at the Andy Payne exhibit inside the museum.
Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell and Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. will be our honorary guests.
Thank you for joining us at the inaugural Andy Payne Route 66 Race!
Schedule
6:30 a.m. Registration and packet pickup
7:45 a.m. Same-day registration ends
8:00 a.m. Half Marathon
8:35 a.m. One Mile Fun Run
9:00 a.m. 5K
TBD: Award presentation at the Claremore Museum of History
Course
USATF sanctioned/certified courses with electronic timing by Tatur Racing.
Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each gender and age group category.
Shirt Information
Registration for a guaranteed T-shirt closes at midnight on March 27. 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 27 are guaranteed a shirt.
T-shirts will be mailed after race day.
Packet Pick-up
Packet pickup begins 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.
You will receive your bib, swag items and race t-shirt. We also have an extra t-shirt being given out by Andy Payne family member, Ryan Payne and MMS Payne Funeral home. 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 special Andy Payne Race tank top or hat that will benefit the race event for next year. Please look for these on display.
Race Day packet pickup will be available at the registration table from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m.
Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell and Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. will be our honorary guests.
Thank you for joining us at the inaugural Andy Payne Route 66 Race!
Schedule
6:30 a.m. Registration and packet pickup
7:45 a.m. Same-day registration ends
8:00 a.m. Half Marathon
8:35 a.m. One Mile Fun Run
9:00 a.m. 5K
TBD: Award presentation at the Claremore Museum of History
Course
USATF sanctioned/certified courses with electronic timing by Tatur Racing.
Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each gender and age group category.
Shirt Information
Registration for a guaranteed T-shirt closes at midnight on March 27. 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 27 are guaranteed a shirt.
T-shirts will be mailed after race day.
Packet Pick-up
Packet pickup begins 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.
You will receive your bib, swag items and race t-shirt. We also have an extra t-shirt being given out by Andy Payne family member, Ryan Payne and MMS Payne Funeral home. 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 special Andy Payne Race tank top or hat that will benefit the race event for next year. Please look for these on display.
Race Day packet pickup will be available at the registration table from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m.
Races
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Half 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
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121 N Weenonah Ave, Foyil, 74017, OK, United States
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