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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
La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaOffer
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Garmin Marathon Durham
Durham, North CarolinaSpooky Sprint- Nashville
Nashville, TennesseeRuntastic HAUNTED Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, UtahHaunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (42)
Knoxville, TennesseeNationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Jesse Owens 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
Columbus, Ohio21st Annual Buffalo Creek Half Marathon
Cabot, PennsylvaniaHaunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Everett, WA (42)
Everett, WashingtonAmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & G. Larry James 5K
Atlantic City, New JerseySpooky Sprint-Austin
Cedar Park, TexasHoptown Half Marathon and 5K
Hopkinsville, KentuckyBack to the Future: 88 MPH Dash 5K, 10K & Half
Canoga Park, CaliforniaNational Sweetest Day
Nashotah, WisconsinHaunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pasco, WA (42)
Pasco, WashingtonHero Half Marathon
Fayetteville, ArkansasHaunted 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (42)
Raleigh, North CarolinaHaunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Corunna, MI (42)
Corunna, MichiganShipley Donut Dash
Houston, TexasWomen's Running Festival featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
Carmel, IndianaChicago Fall Classic Half Marathon, 10K & Hot Cider Hustle 5K
Chicago, IllinoisGarmin Kansas City Marathon
Kansas City, MissouriBaltimore Running Festival
Baltimore, MarylandHaunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42)
Highland, UtahHot Cider Hustle - Twin Cities Half Marathon & 5K
Bloomington, MinnesotaTecumseh Trail Challenge
Nashville, IndianaI-35 Challenge
Kansas City, MissouriDay of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston
Houston, TexasUrban Bourbon Half Marathon and 5K
Louisville, KentuckyInks Lake Trail Run/Ruck
Burnet, TexasCape Fear Marathon & Half, presented by Mount to Coast and hosted by Badwater®
Bald Head Island, North CarolinaGirlfriends Run
Vancouver, WashingtonJeepers Creepers Marathon
Santa Clarita, Los AngelesTMC A-Mountain Half Marathon + Cigna Healthcare 4-Miler + Family Mile
Tucson, ArizonaSpooky Sprint- Wichita
Wichita, KansasBaystate Marathon
Lowell, MassachusettsSpooky Sprint - Memphis
Memphis, TennesseeThe Ridgefield Road Fest 50th ANNIVERSARY: 1/2 Marathon, 7-Miler, & Iris Fund 5K
Ridgefield, ConnecticutChamplain Islands Marathon & Half Marathon
South Hero, VermontSpooky Sprint- Lincoln
Lincoln, NebraskamyTEAM TRIUMPH West MI - GR Marathon -- Captain & Angel Registration
Grand Rapids, MichiganDay of the Dead Half Marathon - Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TexasWitches Wave - Halloween Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Huntington Beach, California
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.