Spring Forward Half Marathon & 10k
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Madison, Wisconsin
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Spring Forward Half Marathon & 10K, taking place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the beautiful city of Madison, Dane County! This exciting early-season community event invites runners of all levels to shake off the winter blues and kick-start their spring with two fantastic race options: a challenging Half Marathon and a spirited 10K.
The Spring Forward Half Marathon is designed to foster a fun, low-key atmosphere for local runners while providing ample on-course support for three hours after the race starts. New this year, Indoorance is introducing 8- or 12-week training programs tailored specifically for each race distance, ensuring everyone can hit their goals. Runners will enjoy a scenic route that includes a lap around the stunning Madison Arboretum, making this event not only a fitness challenge but a chance to appreciate the beauty of nature. Whether you're gearing up for Boston or simply looking to enjoy a long run in good company, the Spring Forward Half Marathon & 10K is the perfect way to welcome the warmer months ahead!
The Spring Forward Half Marathon is designed to foster a fun, low-key atmosphere for local runners while providing ample on-course support for three hours after the race starts. New this year, Indoorance is introducing 8- or 12-week training programs tailored specifically for each race distance, ensuring everyone can hit their goals. Runners will enjoy a scenic route that includes a lap around the stunning Madison Arboretum, making this event not only a fitness challenge but a chance to appreciate the beauty of nature. Whether you're gearing up for Boston or simply looking to enjoy a long run in good company, the Spring Forward Half Marathon & 10K is the perfect way to welcome the warmer months ahead!
Organiser's Description
Spring Forward Half Marathon returns in 2026 thanks to the continued support of Ascent Endurance Group, Badger State Timing, and Indoorance Athletic Club! We're excited to host another early-season community run, now featuring both the Half Marathon and 10K options. While the event has grown, it remains a low-key, free race designed for local runners to come together, shake off winter, and start spring strong.
NEW THIS YEAR: Indoorance is offering 8- or 12-week training programs for either race distance. For more information or to sign up, full program details and registration can be found here [https://form.jotform.com/253395520012044].
This year, on-course support will be available for three hours after the race start. Athletes who wish to continue beyond that time are welcome to do so, but course support and volunteers will no longer be present.
Whether you're tuning up for Boston or another spring marathon, checking in on fitness after a Wisconsin winter, aiming for a solid workout, or simply knocking out your long run for the week, we're glad to have you with us. Please share your estimated pace when registering so we can help group runners with similar goalswere also hoping to have pacers available this year to support a variety of goal times.
Course Info:
Half Marathon [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6387506152]: One lap around the Madison Arboretum, followed by a ~1.1K add-on through Vilas Park, finishing with a second lap around the Arboretum( roughly 10K each).
10K: One full lap of the Arboretum.
Donations [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/WI/Madison/SpringForwardHalfMarathon] are welcomed and appreciatedthey help cover event costs and ensure Spring Forward continues for years to come
NEW THIS YEAR: Indoorance is offering 8- or 12-week training programs for either race distance. For more information or to sign up, full program details and registration can be found here [https://form.jotform.com/253395520012044].
This year, on-course support will be available for three hours after the race start. Athletes who wish to continue beyond that time are welcome to do so, but course support and volunteers will no longer be present.
Whether you're tuning up for Boston or another spring marathon, checking in on fitness after a Wisconsin winter, aiming for a solid workout, or simply knocking out your long run for the week, we're glad to have you with us. Please share your estimated pace when registering so we can help group runners with similar goalswere also hoping to have pacers available this year to support a variety of goal times.
Course Info:
Half Marathon [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6387506152]: One lap around the Madison Arboretum, followed by a ~1.1K add-on through Vilas Park, finishing with a second lap around the Arboretum( roughly 10K each).
10K: One full lap of the Arboretum.
Donations [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/WI/Madison/SpringForwardHalfMarathon] are welcomed and appreciatedthey help cover event costs and ensure Spring Forward continues for years to come
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1602 Vilas Park Dr., Madison, 53715, WI, United States
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