Half Marathons 2026 - 2027
Half Marathons found
Running a good half marathon time is something every runner has on their 'To-Do' list. Whether it’s a trail race or a road race, a 13.1 mile half marathon is the natural next step up from 10k, and one of the classic benchmarks to test yourself against. It's long enough to be a true test of fitness, stamina, pacing, form, and mental strength but short enough to be within reach of anyone willing to train consistently for a couple of months.
Our US Half Marathon calendar contains everything from small, community half marathons organized half marathons to some of the biggest races on the planet the Brooklyn Half - which attracts over 25,000 runners and is part of the Five Boroughs series.
Half Marathon Near Me
So whether you’re after a low-key half marathon near you or the excitement of a major event in Texas, California, New York, and Florida or beyond, check out our comprehensive 2026 - 2027 calendar below and use the “Refine” button above to fine-tune your search.
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San Diego, California
San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon
Sat, Apr 10, 2027
Free–$112.95
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La Jolla, California
La Jolla Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k
Sat, May 15, 2027
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Elk Grove Village, Illinois
WARRIOR RUSH: Wrath of Boreas 5k - 10k - Half Marathon 13.1 (Chicagoland)
Sun, Dec 27
from $33.49
Free–$38.10
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New Years Double - Virtual Option
Thu, Dec 31, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
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Long Beach, California
Last Dash Before Midnight 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Thu, Dec 31
from $42.33
from $24.85
$64.60
from $29.99
from $26.97
Long Beach, California
Happy New Year 5k 10k 15k Half Marathon — Long Beach — Jan 1, 2027 8:00AM
Fri, Jan 1, 2027
from $27.99
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FAQs
How long is a half marathon?
How long is a half marathon?
Half marathon races are 13.1 miles or 21 kilometers, exactly half the distance of a full 26.2 miles or 42.2 km Marathon race. The average finishing time for a half in the US is around 1:55 with more seasoned runners often pushing for 1 hour 30 minutes or less. This makes half marathons the perfect choice for runners looking to step up to a new challenge from 10k races and an important milestone for those on their way to running a full marathon.
How long does it take to train for a half marathon?
How long does it take to train for a half marathon?
Half marathons count as the shortest ‘long-distance’ run, so training thoroughly is certainly advised before you arrive on race day. It usually takes around 8 weeks to prepare for a half marathon if you are used to running shorter distances. It is really important to build slowly to avoid injury and we’d recommend finding an easy-to-follow training plan to keep you on track.
Do I need to run every day to train for a half marathon?
Do I need to run every day to train for a half marathon?
Getting some miles under your belt is important before you take part in a half marathon race, but overtraining is a common mistake made by less experienced runners looking to make the step up from 5K runs. Slowly building your fitness and endurance with rest days to recover is the best way to ensure success when you hit the starting line.
