Half Marathons 2026 - 2027

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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

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La Jolla, California

La Jolla Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k

Sat, May 15, 2027

from $56.86

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Ipswich, Massachusetts

Ocean View Half Marathon & 5k

Sun, Nov 7, 2027

from $39.99

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Medal Madness 5k, 10k, & 13.1M at Cedar Rapids IA (46)

Sat, Nov 13, 2027

from $33.80

Bellevue, Nebraska

Salute to Service Run

Sat, Nov 13, 2027

from $38.10

Los Angeles, California

Coffee Lovers Run 5k/10k/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Sat, Nov 13, 2027

from $32.80

San Diego, California

2027 PRE-SALE Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5k

Sat, Nov 13, 2027

from $32.80

Fort Worth, Texas

Fort Worth Marathon

Sat, Nov 13–14, 2027

from $31.74

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Cape Fear River Run

Sun, Nov 14, 2027

from $67.78

Brooklyn, New York

The Thankful 13.1! A Thanksgiving Half Marathon

Sun, Nov 21, 2027

$75.20

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Viking 5k, 10k, & 13.1M at Cedar Rapids IA (50)

Sat, Dec 11, 2027

from $33.80

Queen Creek, Arizona

Queen Creek Desert Wash | Half • 10k • 5k |

Sat, Jan 15, 2028

from $43.40

Spring Hill, Florida

Run for Love 5k, 10k, Half Marathon and Full Marathon

Sat, Feb 12, 2028

from $38.10

Long Beach, California

Pre Reg 2028 Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot

Sun, Jun 4, 2028

from $6.30

Colorado Springs, Colorado

50 States Half Marathon Club Life Membership

Fri, Apr 25, 2031

Colorado Springs, Colorado

50 States Half Marathon Club Life Membership

Sat, Apr 26, 2031

Merced, California

Merced Half Marathon

Sat, Nov 14

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Huntsville, Alabama

Huntsville Half Marathon

Sat, Nov 14

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South Orange, New Jersey

NJ Trail Series SOMO Winter 1

Sat, Nov 14

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Atlanta, Georgia

Veterans Day Freedom Run 5k/10k/13.1 ATLANTA

Sat, Nov 14

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Henrico, Virginia

Sports Backers Marathon Training Team

Sat, Nov 14

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Richmond, Virginia

Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team

Sat, Nov 14

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Phoenix, Arizona

Veterans Day Freedom Run 5k/10k/13.1 PHOENIX

Sat, Nov 14

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Sacramento, California

Veterans Day Freedom Run 5k/10k/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sat, Nov 14

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San Antonio, Texas

Veterans Day Freedom Run 5k/10k/13.1 SAN ANTONIO

Sat, Nov 14

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San Diego, California

Veterans Day Freedom Run 5k/10k/13.1 SAN DIEGO

Sat, Nov 14

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Seattle, Washington

Veterans Day Freedom Run 5k/10k/13.1 SEATTLE

Sat, Nov 14

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Atlanta, Georgia

Run for Mental Health 5k/10k/13.1 ATLANTA

Sat, Nov 14

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Phoenix, Arizona

Run for Mental Health 5k/10k/13.1 PHOENIX

Sat, Nov 14

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Sacramento, California

Run for Mental Health 5k/10k/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sat, Nov 14

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San Antonio, Texas

Run for Mental Health 5k/10k/13.1 SAN ANTONIO

Sat, Nov 14

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San Diego, California

Run for Mental Health 5k/10k/13.1 SAN DIEGO

Sat, Nov 14

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Seattle, Washington

Run for Mental Health 5k/10k/13.1 SEATTLE

Sat, Nov 14

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Jackson, Tennessee

Gobbler 5k, 10k, & 13.1M at Jackson, TN (46)

Sat, Nov 14

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FAQs

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?

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?

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.