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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.
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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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Half Marathons 2026 - 2027
Life Time Phoenix Half Marathon & 10K
Phoenix, ArizonaLa Jolla Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
La Jolla, CaliforniaOffer
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Bank of American Chicago Marathon
Chicago, CookDoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - San Antonio
San Antonio, TexasHogeye Marathon & Relays
Springdale, ArkansasFoot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
Roanoke, VirginiaWisconsin Trail Series
Oconomowoc, WisconsinSPASM Lake Chabot Trail Run
Castro Valley, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (16)
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaPirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Stockbridge, GA (15)
Stockbridge, GeorgiaRunning through the Decades Half Marathon - San Antonio
San Antonio, TexasRun Through The Decades 6K/7K/8K/Half
Sugar Hill, GeorgiaMountains 2 Beach Marathon and Half
Ventura, CaliforniaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Bettendorf, IA (15)
Bettendorf, IowaCatamount Climb Half Marathon & 5K
Cullowhee, North CarolinaCalifornia Classic Half Marathon
Fresno, CaliforniaNewport Rhode Races
Newport, Rhode IslandCumberland County Historical Running Festival at Greenwich
Greenwich, New Jersey33 Ultra
Odell, NebraskaMedal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Fort Smith, AR (16)
Fort Smith, ArkansasHub City Half Marathon & 5K
Hagerstown, MarylandHorsetooth Half Marathon - Presented by Fort Collins Connexion
Fort Collins, ColoradoThe Jersey City Marathon & Half Marathon Marquee Experience at Newport
Jersey City, New JerseySpring Fling - Houston
Sugarland, TexasDoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Austin
Austin, TexasDoNot Stop Half Marathon 5K/10K - Rochester
Rochester, MinnesotaSARR Fiesta Mission Run
San Antonio, TexasDoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Kansas City
Olathe, KansasWithlacoochee Forest Trail Marathon
Hernando, FloridaRunning through the Decades Half Marathon - Austin
Austin, TexasDoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Shreveport
Shreveport, LouisianaDelaware Running Festival
Wilmington, DelawareDolphin Dash – 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Santa Monica, CaliforniaPaine to Pain Trail Half Marathon
New Rochelle, New YorkKentucky Derby Festival Race Weekend
Louisville, KentuckyDoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Orlando
Orlando, FloridaCoffee Lover Run SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TexasCoffee Lover Run DENVER/AURORA
Centennial, ColoradoRun for Donut NEW JERSEY
Camden, New JerseyMERCY HEALTH GLASS CITY MARATHON
Toledo, OhioCoffee Lover Run LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaSt. Luke's Half Marathon & 5K
Allentown, PennsylvaniaPirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (17)
Bowling Green, Kentucky
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.