KRC Kids Half Marathon
- Date Sat 11th April 2026 - Sat 11th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM AKDT
- Location Ketchikan, Alaska
- Price Free - $16.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting adventure at the KRC Kids Half Marathon, taking place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in the beautiful city of Ketchikan, Ketchikan Gateway! This vibrant event is designed to inspire young runners aged 14 and under to get active while working towards the impressive goal of completing a half marathon distance of 13.1 miles. Participants can log their miles virtually over the course of three months, culminating in a celebratory Final Mile event around the scenic Ward Lake on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM, just before the Southeast Slosh Half Marathon.
Kids can run or walk at their own pace, with the option to join in the Final Mile event even if they haven't logged previous miles. All finishers will receive a special prize, and those who have completed 12 or more miles virtually will be eligible for an additional giveaway. So lace up those running shoes and get ready to join the fun and camaraderie of the KRC Kids Half Marathon – a fantastic opportunity for kids to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate their achievements!
Kids can run or walk at their own pace, with the option to join in the Final Mile event even if they haven't logged previous miles. All finishers will receive a special prize, and those who have completed 12 or more miles virtually will be eligible for an additional giveaway. So lace up those running shoes and get ready to join the fun and camaraderie of the KRC Kids Half Marathon – a fantastic opportunity for kids to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate their achievements!
Organiser's Description
The KRC Kids Half Marathon is BACK! Hosted by KRC, this event encourages young runners to log miles virtually toward a half marathon distance of 13.1 miles. Each participant may enter miles they run or walk beginning April 11, 2026, ending with the final mile around Ward Lake on Saturday July 11, 2026 at 8:00am before the Southeast Slosh Half Marathon.
The KRC Kids Half Marathon is open to children 14 years and younger.
* Participants may complete all 13.1 miles virtually. Virtual only finishers will be recognized with a social media post (with parent/guardian permission.)
* Participants of the Final Mile event are not required to be part of the virtual portion and can participate without having logged any previous miles.
* All participants of the Final Mile will receive a finisher's prize and there will be an additional give away for those who participate in the final mile event and have logged 12 or more miles in the virtual event by July 11, 2026.
The KRC Kids Half Marathon is open to children 14 years and younger.
* Participants may complete all 13.1 miles virtually. Virtual only finishers will be recognized with a social media post (with parent/guardian permission.)
* Participants of the Final Mile event are not required to be part of the virtual portion and can participate without having logged any previous miles.
* All participants of the Final Mile will receive a finisher's prize and there will be an additional give away for those who participate in the final mile event and have logged 12 or more miles in the virtual event by July 11, 2026.
Races
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KRC Kids Virtual Half Marathon
Free
OPENS 20 DECThis virtual challenge encourages kids to run or walk miles equaling 13.1 miles or a half marathon. Anyone ages 14 and under can begin logging activities on April 11, 2026. -
KRC Kids Half Marathon Final Mile
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 11th July 2026 (8:00AM AKDT)
$16.90
OPENS 20 DECAll participants welcome! You are not required to participate in the virtual challenge to enjoy this "Final Mile."
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