{"id":23370,"date":"2018-01-04T11:15:47","date_gmt":"2018-01-04T16:15:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=23370"},"modified":"2022-01-20T08:55:34","modified_gmt":"2022-01-20T13:55:34","slug":"the-50-best-half-marathons-in-the-u-s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/fitness\/the-50-best-half-marathons-in-the-u-s\/","title":{"rendered":"The 50 Great U.S. Half-Marathons"},"content":{"rendered":"

If it seems like everywhere you look someone is running a <\/span>half-marathon<\/span><\/a>, that\u2019s because it\u2019s becoming increasingly true. According to <\/span>Running USA<\/span><\/a>, 1.9 million runners finished a half-marathon in the U.S. in 2016, with a record 2,800 half-marathon events in the country that year. While running 13.1 miles can still sound plenty intimidating, many runners see it as a way to work toward a <\/span>full marathon<\/span><\/a>, or as a more feasible (and still impressive!) goal to check off the bucket list. With the proper training (<\/span>around 16 weeks for beginners<\/span><\/a>), anyone really <\/span>can<\/span><\/i> run a half-marathon.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re a running newbie or a seasoned pro who wants to run a half in every state of the nation, we\u2019ve narrowed down the thousands of options. Trust us, these 50 half-marathons (listed in alphabetical order by state) are well worth the training and registration fees. You\u2019ll know it as soon as you cross that 13.1-mile finish line!<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/b> Daily Burn Audio Workouts: Take a Trainer on Your Run<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Great Half-Marathons Across the Country<\/h2>\n
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1. Alabama<\/h3>\n

Mercedes-Benz Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a><\/strong>Location: <\/strong>Birmingham, AL
\nDate:<\/b> Sunday, February 11, 2018
\n<\/span>Four thousand runners will take on this popular half-marathon course through Alabama\u2019s largest city. Scan for sights on-the-go including the <\/span>Birmingham Museum of Art<\/span><\/a>, 16th Street Baptist Church, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and the very hilly Highland Park neighborhood around mile 8. <\/span>Registration fee: $70-$120<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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2. Alaska<\/h3>\n

Anchorage Mayor\u2019s Half-Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Anchorage, AK
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, June 23, 2018
\n<\/span>Celebrate the extra daylight hours of the summer solstice at Alaska\u2019s largest half-marathon. With stunning views of <\/span>Mt. McKinley<\/span><\/a> on the clearest days, you\u2019ll experience the wilderness and tough trails of the Last Frontier \u2014 in a whole new light. <\/span>Registration fee: $60-$100<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>9 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Running<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Arizona<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Sedona Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Sedona, AZ
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, February 3, 2018
\n<\/span>The 4,590 feet above sea level elevation may make it hard to catch your breath at this challenging half-marathon. The scenic red rocks and gorgeous valleys along the 13.1 miles of paved and dirt roads are worth the extra effort, and may <\/span>also<\/span><\/i> take your breath away. <\/span>Registration fee: $50-$80<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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4. Arkansas<\/h3>\n

Little Rock Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location: <\/b>Little Rock, AR
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, March 4, 2018
\n<\/span>Up to 4,600 runners will trek through downtown Little Rock and along the Arkansas River to earn the \u201cappropriately large\u201d (at 4 \u00bd inches and 11 ounces!) finisher\u2019s medal. It\u2019s one of the state\u2019s most popular running events with a fun, new theme each year <\/span>and a<\/span><\/i> new 2018 course. <\/span>Registration fee: $70-$125<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Winter Running Guide: How to Run Faster by Spring<\/a><\/p>\n

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5. California<\/h3>\n

Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Sonoma, CA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, July 15, 2018
\n<\/span>Like running? Love wine? Those are the only requirements for this point-to-point half-marathon through the rolling vineyards of California wine country. It starts at <\/span>Cuvaison Estate Wines<\/span><\/a> and ends with tastings in Sonoma Plaza. But don\u2019t worry, there\u2019s also a special wine stop around mile 10! <\/span>Registration fee: $180 for individuals and $175 for team participants; sold out<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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6. Colorado<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Golden Leaf Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Snowmass Village, CO
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, September 22, 2018
\n<\/span>Hailed by magazines like <\/span>Colorado Runner<\/span><\/i><\/a> and <\/span>Trail Runner<\/span><\/i><\/a>, this Snowmass Village-to-Aspen half-marathon attracts 1,000 serious runners and leaf peepers alike. Expect major elevation changes and tough backcountry trails through the Rocky Mountain ski areas, all surrounded by the brilliant colors of the fall foliage season. <\/span>Registration fee: $80<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 50 Running Resources for Speed, Strength and Nutrition<\/a><\/p>\n

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7. Connecticut<\/h3>\n

Faxon Law Fairfield Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Fairfield, CT
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, June 3, 2018
\n<\/span>This beachfront half-marathon has been a popular annual event since 1981. These days, up to 4,000 runners come out to Jennings Beach each year. You\u2019ll race along Long Island Sound, over a few bridges and past the impressive area homes on this out-and-back course. <\/span>Registration fee: $40-$65<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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8. Delaware<\/h3>\n

Rehoboth Beach Seashore Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Rehoboth Beach, DE
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, December 8, 2018
\n<\/span>It may be a chilly, little winter race but this coastal half-marathon has a lot of charm. The out-and-back course starts and finishes on the beach town\u2019s historic boardwalk and features a stretch along the Junction and Breakwater Trail, which used to serve as a railroad line. <\/span>Registration fee: $90-$160<\/span><\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>13 Race Day Tips for Newbie Runners<\/a><\/p>\n

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9. Florida<\/h3>\n

Disney Princess Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Orlando, FL
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, February 25, 2018
\n<\/span>Show off your sparkliest tiara and join Snow White, Sleeping Beauty and the rest of the Disney princesses (plus some 13,000 other runners) at this magical 13.1-mile run. You never know which of your favorite characters might be hanging around Cinderella\u2019s Castle, Magic Kingdom\u00ae Park and Epcot\u00ae, so be sure to bring a camera! <\/span>Registration fee: $160-$195; sold out<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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10. Georgia<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Atlanta, GA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Thursday, November 22, 2018
\n<\/span>Get a head start on burning off the gravy-soaked calories<\/a> with this popular Thanksgiving Day race. You\u2019ll have to make your way past Atlanta landmarks like Centennial Olympic Park before getting to the finish line \u2014 and the turkey and pie! Registration fee: $60<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The 10 Best Races That Are Fit for Foodies<\/a><\/p>\n

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11. Hawaii<\/h3>\n

The Hapalua
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Waikiki, HI
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, April 8, 2018
\n<\/span>Its name means \u201chalf\u201d in Hawaiian so it\u2019s no surprise this five-year-old race (organized by the same team behind the <\/span>Honolulu Marathon<\/span><\/a>) already considers itself <\/span>the<\/span><\/i> half-marathon to run in the Aloha State. The 13.1 miles of paradise on Oahu\u2019s south shore includes a loop around <\/span>Diamond Head<\/span><\/a>, Honolulu\u2019s most famous volcano. <\/span>Registration fee: $85-$180<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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12. Idaho<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/strong>Race to Robie Creek Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Boise, ID
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, April 21, 2018
\n<\/span>Considered the \u201ctoughest half-marathon in the Northwest,\u201d this race has been a spring tradition in the Boise foothills for more than 40 years. Keep your head up as you climb, climb and climb some more \u2014 all the way to Aldape Summit, for an elevation gain of 2,072 feet in the course. <\/span>Registration fee: $55<\/span><\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>15 Best Destination Half-Marathons in the World<\/a><\/p>\n

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13. Illinois<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Chicago Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location: <\/b>Chicago, IL
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, September 23, 2018
\n<\/span>Take an exclusive tour of the Windy City (by foot) at the <\/span>only<\/span><\/i> race in Chicago that shuts down the busy Lake Shore Drive completely. This traffic-free stretch offers runners views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan, but you\u2019ll also get to visit <\/span>Jackson Park<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>Hyde Park<\/span><\/a> along the way. <\/span>Registration fee: $75-$135<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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14. Indiana<\/h3>\n

OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Indianapolis, IN
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, May 5, 2018
\n<\/span>Start your engines for one of the largest half-marathons in the country, with more than 24,000 participants! Just don\u2019t waste all of your fuel on the lap around the famed <\/span>Indianapolis Motor Speedway<\/span><\/a> at the halfway point. There\u2019s still the \u201cVictory Mile\u201d to the finish line on New York Street in downtown Indy. <\/span>Registration fee: $72-$100<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Why I Started Running \u2014 And Never Stopped<\/a><\/p>\n

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15. Iowa<\/h3>\n

\u2028Dam to Dam Half Marathon<\/a>
\n<\/b>Location:<\/b> Storm Lake, IA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, June 2, 2018
\n<\/span>This year marks the last (damn) time 8,000 runners will run this flat and fast half-marathon from one dam outside the city to another in the downtown Des Moines. Along the way, they’ll pass through\u00a0Birdland Park, along the Meredith Trail and over the Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge as a fond farewell to the beloved 39-year-old fall race.\u00a0<\/span>Registration fee: $40-$60<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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16. Kansas<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Garmin Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Olathe, KS
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, April 21, 2018
\n<\/span>There\u2019s no place like\u2026 Kansas for a half-marathon that\u2019s fit for fans of <\/span>The Wizard of Oz<\/span><\/i>. Fly through the speedy, flat race (with a few wicked rolling hills) alongside some costumed Dorothys and Cowardly Lions. The loop course also travels along some historic wagon trails early settlers used to go west to California, Oregon and Santa Fe. <\/span>Registration fee: $70-$120<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The 9 Best Fun Runs You Can Do With Your Dog<\/a><\/p>\n

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17. Kentucky<\/h3>\n

Run the Bluegrass
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Lexington, KY
\n<\/span>Date: <\/b>Saturday, March 31, 2018
\n<\/span>Join 5,000 runners and horse racing enthusiasts for one of \u201cAmerica\u2019s prettiest half-marathons\u201d through the picturesque Thoroughbred Farms of Kentucky. The rural race starts at <\/span>Keeneland Race Course<\/span><\/a>, where the 2003 film <\/span>Seabiscuit<\/span><\/i> was filmed. While there may not be many spectators, expect plenty of horses that\u2019ll motivate you to keep trottin\u2019. <\/span>Registration fee: $90-$125<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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18. Louisiana<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Humana Rock \u2018n\u2019 Roll New Orleans Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> New Orleans, LA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, March 4, 2018
\n<\/span>Put on your party pants (and beads) to hightail it from downtown New Orleans, to the beautiful Garden District, back through the world-famous <\/span>French Quarter<\/span><\/a> and to the finish in <\/span>New Orleans City Park<\/span><\/a>. The Rock \u2018n\u2019 Roll race series is known for its high-energy entertainment, so you\u2019ll love running to the tunes of local Big Easy jazz. <\/span>Registration fee: $90-$100<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Need Running Motivation? 20 Epic ‘Runspo’ Instagrams<\/a><\/p>\n

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19. Maine<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Shipyard Old Port Half
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Portland, ME
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, June 23, 2018
\n<\/span>It\u2019s like you\u2019re running through a New England postcard (with 3,500 other runners) at this coastal half-marathon through Portland. If the nautical sights of sailboats, lobster boats and tiny little islands all around Casco Bay aren\u2019t enough, how does <\/span>Shipyard Brewing Company<\/span><\/a> beer at the finish line sound? <\/span>Registration fee: $59<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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20. Maryland<\/h3>\n

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Baltimore Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Baltimore, MD
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, October 20, 2018
\n<\/span>More than 11,000 runners come out each year for a loop around Charm City at this popular urban half-marathon. You\u2019ll pass Patterson Park, climb the hills up to Lake Montebello and run by Johns Hopkins University before cruising into the new finish line at the iconic Inner Harbor. <\/span>Registration fee: $80-$130<\/span><\/i>
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21. Massachusetts<\/h3>\n

Run to Remember Boston
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Boston, MA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, May 27, 2018
\n<\/span>For more than 10 years, this half-marathon honors Boston\u2019s fallen law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty and takes thousands of runners on a trip around downtown Boston. The race starts and ends at the <\/span>Seaport World Trade Center<\/span><\/a>, and includes city landmarks like the Charles River, <\/span>Massachusetts State House<\/span><\/a> and Boston Common. <\/span>Registration fee: $100-$120<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The Most Popular Running Routes in All 50 States<\/a><\/p>\n

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22. Michigan<\/h3>\n

Detroit Free Press\/Chemical Bank International Half-Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Detroit, MI
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, October 21, 2018
\n<\/span>Technically, this may be one of the best half-marathons in the U.S. <\/span>and <\/span><\/i>Canada. So bring your passport, because this fast race will motor through mostly flat urban streets and cross the Detroit River (and international border) twice via the <\/span>Ambassador Bridge<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>Detroit-Windsor Tunnel<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>Registration fee: $90-$115<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Jeff Frey & Associates \/ Grandma\u2019s Marathon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

23. Minnesota<\/h3>\n

Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Duluth, MN
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, June 16, 2018
\n<\/span>The half-marathon counterpart of the beloved <\/span>Grandma\u2019s Marathon<\/span><\/a>, this 13.1-mile race covers the second half of the gorgeous course. The point-to-point run is named after a local Olympian and follows Old Highway 61 along the beautiful, shimmering waters of Lake Superior. <\/span>Registration fee: $95<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n

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24. Mississippi<\/h3>\n

Mississippi River Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Greenville, MS
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, February 10, 2018
\n<\/span>Imagine the mighty views as you run right up and <\/span>over <\/span><\/i>the Mississippi River on the Highway 82 Bridge at the start of this point-to-point half-marathon. In fact, it\u2019s the only actual hill in the entire course! In its sixth year, the race continues to make new additions\u2014like this year\u2019s Arkansas side half-marathon. <\/span>Registration fee: $60-$105<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n

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25. Missouri<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>GO! St. Louis Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Louis, MO
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, April 8, 2018
\n<\/span>The runner\u2019s high comes early in this half-marathon, which hosts 12,000 runners. Catch a straight-on view of The Lou\u2019s Gateway Arch<\/a> in the first few miles. Hear the roar of the crowd outside Busch Stadium, home of the Cardinals<\/a>, at mile 5. And smell the hops from Anheuser-Busch Brewery<\/a> right around the halfway mark. And <\/span>Registration fee: $55-$110<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 12 Secrets from the Pros to Run a Personal Best<\/a><\/p>\n

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26. Montana<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Missoula Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Missoula, MT
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, July 15, 2018
\n<\/span>Often called the \u201cHub of Five Valleys,\u201d Missoula hosts 4,000 runners in its scenic, high-elevation Rocky Mountain town. Though it\u2019s not completely closed to traffic, this rural point-to-point half-marathon starts in the countryside, travels along the Bitterroot River and rolls into the downtown area for a memorable finish. Registration fee: $77-$127<\/span><\/p>\n

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27. Nebraska<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Lincoln Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Lincoln, NE
\n<\/span>Date: <\/b>Sunday, May 6, 2018
\n<\/span>Join thousands of Cornhuskers (and maybe some out-of-towners) for this popular 40-year half-marathon in the heart of the Great Plains. The flat and fast course starts and ends at the <\/span>University of Nebraska-Lincoln<\/span><\/a> and passes the historic State Capitol in the first mile out. <\/span>Registration fee: $60<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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28.\u00a0Nevada<\/h3>\n

Twilight Red Rock Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Las Vegas, NV
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, October 13, 2018
\n<\/span>Seventeen miles west of the glitzy Las Vegas strip, experience <\/span>Red Rock Canyon\u2019s<\/span><\/a> colorful sandstone, Joshua trees and <\/span>Mojave Desert<\/span><\/a> vistas under the moonlight at this nighttime (BYO-headlamp!) half-marathon. There will be a new course this year, but the same sunset start time that night runners love. <\/span>Registration: $75-$90<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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29. New Hampshire<\/h3>\n

Big Lake Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Alton, NH
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, May 19, 2018
\n<\/span>Need to escape city life? With the glistening waters of <\/span>Lake Winnipesaukee<\/span><\/a> and the majestic views of the <\/span>White Mountains<\/span><\/a>, this small annual half-marathon is fit for nature lovers. The \u201clollipop loop\u201d course runs right along the lake, over many rolling hills and among the nearby cozy vacation cottages. <\/span>Registration fee: $49-$79<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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30. New Jersey<\/h3>\n

Asbury Park Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Asbury Park, NJ
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, April 21, 2018
\n<\/span>Greetings from Asbury Park, home of a true Jersey Shore half-marathon! (No, not the TV show.) This flat and fast race is in the land of Bruce Springsteen, with local icon Tillie as its funny-faced mascot. You\u2019ll run through the area beach towns, along the historic boardwalk and finish with the \u201cRunAPalooza\u201d post-race party at Convention Hall.\u00a0<\/span>Registration fee: $50-$65<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> The Strength Training Workout Every Runner Needs<\/a><\/p>\n

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31. New Mexico<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Santa Fe Thunder Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Santa Fe, NM
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, September 16, 2018
\n<\/span>Surrounded by the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez Mountains, you can\u2019t beat the vistas at this point-to-point half-marathon in the Rio Grande Valley. Unless of course, if it was also downhill. And it is! After a short two-mile climb, you\u2019ll drop 1,300 feet overall, passing other sites like Camel Rock and the open-air <\/span>Sante Fe Opera House<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>Registration fee: $55-$75<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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32. New York<\/h3>\n

United Airlines NYC Half
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> New York, NY
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, March 18, 2018
\n<\/span>Elite runners lead a pack of more than 20,000 runners through 13.1 miles of the Big Apple. With a new course in 2018, you\u2019ll start in Brooklyn, cross the Manhattan Bridge, and head north along the East River to the tourist-filled <\/span>Times Square<\/span><\/a>, before finishing with four miles in the world famous <\/span>Central Park<\/span><\/a>. This tour definitely beats any double-decker bus! <\/span>Registration fee: $130-$145<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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33. North Carolina<\/h3>\n

Southern Fried Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Nags Head, NC
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, November 11, 2018
\n<\/span>We love the sound of this point-to-point half-marathon \u2014 especially with the promise of southern fried sweet taters at the finish line! To earn \u2018em, you (and more than 4,000 other runners) will take on the second half of the <\/span>Outer Banks Marathon<\/span><\/a> course, from the Nags Head sand dunes to the enchanting coastal village of Manteo. <\/span>Registration fee: $60-$75<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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34. North Dakota<\/h3>\n

Fargo Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Fargo, ND
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, May 19, 2018
\n<\/span>With only a few hundred at the very first half-marathon in 2002, up to 6,500 runners now take to the streets of North Dakota\u2019s largest city each spring. Starting and finishing inside the <\/span>Fargodome<\/span><\/a> (smile for the jumbotron!), the flat and fast course travels through the \u201cGateway to the West\u201d and feels like a giant dance party with live bands at every mile. <\/span>Registration fee: $65-$85<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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35. Ohio<\/h3>\n

OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Columbus, OH
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, April 28, 2018
\n<\/span>This 15th annual race promises a whopping 14,500 runners \u201cthe best tour of Columbus on two feet\u201d with a new course for 2018. The loop course hits city hotspots like The Ohio State University<\/a> campus, the Short North Arts District, German Village and downtown Columbus. It also promises a pizza and margaritas at the finish line. Who can argue with that? <\/span>Registration fee: $60-$115<\/span><\/i>
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Photo: Route 66 Marathon<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

36.\u00a0Oklahoma<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>The Williams Route 66 Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Tulsa, OK
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, November 18, 2018
\n<\/span>This beloved, high-energy race rocks the streets of downtown Tulsa. Get ready for a fast (though pretty hilly first half) run among Art Deco architecture, bustling neighborhoods and a cross over the famous Route 66 \u2014 twice! <\/span>Registration fee: $90-$105<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>15 Races for People Who’d Rather Walk Than Run<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Eugene Marathon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

37.\u00a0Oregon<\/h3>\n

Eugene Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Eugene, OR
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, April 29, 2018
\n<\/span>What better place for a speedy PR than TrackTown USA itself? Along the course you\u2019ll see the Willamette River and the historic <\/span>Hayward Field Track<\/span><\/a>, home to Olympic trials, countless record-breaking events and the old stomping grounds of legends like <\/span>Steve Prefontaine<\/span><\/a>. Finish strong on those last 200 yards on the track \u2014 just like Pre himself! <\/span>Registration fee: $70-$120<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Philadelphia Marathon<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

38. Pennsylvania<\/h3>\n

Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Philadelphia, PA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, November 20, 2016
\n<\/span>Do the steps at the starting line look familiar? That\u2019s because they\u2019re <\/span>the same steps Rocky sprinted<\/span><\/a>! You can become a champ too with 13.1 miles through Philly\u2019s historic streets of Old City, the high-energy of Center City and the fall trails along the Schuylkill River, before rounding the corner back to the Philadelphia Museum of Art<\/a>. <\/span>Registration fee: $60-$115<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Is Your Race Training Giving You Anxiety?<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Liz Cardoso \/ Global Click Photography<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

39. Rhode Island<\/h3>\n

Amica Newport Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Newport, RI
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, October 7, 2018
\n<\/span>You\u2019ll hardly notice all the rolling hills with so much to look at during this picture-perfect oceanside race. The half-marathon, voted <\/span>best in the Northeast by <\/span>Competitor<\/span><\/i> magazine<\/span><\/a> in 2016, starts at Easton\u2019s Beach and makes its way around Fort Adams State Park<\/a> and past the larger-than-life Bellevue Avenue mansions. <\/span>Registration fee: $65-$85<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Kiawah Island Golf Resort<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

40. South Carolina<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Kiawah Island Golf Resort Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Kiawah Island, SC
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, December 8, 2018
\n<\/span>How does an early winter <\/span>run<\/span><\/i>cation sound? Plan a getaway to this luxurious golf resort for a relaxing retreat <\/span>and <\/span><\/i>its 41st annual half-marathon. The flat-as-can-be race attracts more than 3,000 to run around the island community, among oak, maple and pine tree-lined streets and scenic marshlands. Just save a little energy to hit the links, too.\u00a0<\/span>Registration: $60-$115<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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41. South Dakota<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Run Crazy Horse Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Hill City, SD
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, October 7, 2018
\n<\/span>The colossal Crazy Horse Memorial<\/a> directs you to the start of this half-marathon through the Black Hills country. After a very short stretch uphill, the course is nearly all downhill for the remainder of the race, as it leads runners to the limestone and gravel trails of the scenic George S. Mickelson Trail<\/a>. Registration fee: $65-$90<\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Rock \u2018n\u2019 Roll Marathon Series<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

42. Tennessee<\/h3>\n

St. Jude Rock \u2018n\u2019 Roll Nashville Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Nashville, TN
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, April 28, 2018
\n<\/span>Leave the headphones at home for 13.1 miles through Music City! On-course rock and country tunes will carry 18,000 of y\u2019all from the honky tonks of Broadway to Nissan Stadium, home of the <\/span>Tennessee Titans<\/span><\/a>. Just save some energy for the two-steppin\u2019 at the post-race party. <\/span>Registration fee: $90-$100<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>13 Awesome Podcasts to Get You Through a Long Run<\/a><\/p>\n

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43. Texas<\/h3>\n

Austin Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Austin, TX
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, February 18, 2018
\n<\/span>Up to 12,000 runners get to see what keeps Austin weird at this urban half-marathon. You\u2019ll pass Lady Bird Lake<\/a>, Congress Avenue, the Colorado River and the Texas State Capitol<\/a>. But it\u2019s the extraordinary crowd support from friendly Austinites, Longhorns and local entertainment that makes this race most memorable. <\/span>Registration fee: $70-$140<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Salt Lake City Marathon<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

44.\u00a0Utah<\/h3>\n

Alaska Airlines Salt Lake City Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Salt Lake City, UT
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, April 21, 2018
\n<\/span>The snow-capped <\/span>Wasatch Mountains<\/span><\/a> and budding flowers create a beautiful contrast at this annual springtime half. The point-to-point race starts at Olympic Legacy Bridge at the University of Utah<\/a>, which served as the 2002 Winter Olympic Athlete Village. Maybe the slightly downhill course will help you make it to a medal podium, too! <\/span>Registration fee: $70-$140<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> Carb Loading for Runners: How to Prep for Race Day<\/a><\/p>\n

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Photo: Nancy Nutitle-McMenemy<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

45. Vermont<\/h3>\n

Covered Bridges Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Woodstock, VT
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, June 3, 2018
\n<\/span>How does such a small town race sell out 2,300 spots in 30 minutes? It might have something to do with the classic New England point-to-point course, with popular ski areas, open farmland, shimmering rivers and covered bridges along the way. Bonus: Age group winners take home Vermont maple syrup and cheese as prizes! <\/span>Registration fee: $75; sold out<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Richmond Marathon<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

46. Virginia<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Markel Richmond Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location: <\/b>Richmond, VA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, November 10, 2018
\n<\/span>Get the whole family together for this first-timer-friendly younger sibling of the <\/span>Anthem Richmond Marathon<\/span><\/a> (always a <\/span>favorite fall race<\/span><\/a>). There are plenty of downtown city sites, residential tree-lined streets, a loop in <\/span>Bryan Park<\/span> and even a sweet junk food mile stop (think gummy bears and cookies!) to keep you smiling along the way. <\/span>Registration fee: $60-$115<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Adrenaline Event Photography<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

47. Washington<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Bellingham Bay Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Bellingham, WA
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Sunday, September 30, 2018
\n<\/span>Down by the bay (Bellingham Bay, of course), you\u2019ll find a tranquil half-marathon that offers more than 1,000 runners impressive mountain and seaside views. The waterfront course captures the sights, sounds and smells of the Pacific Northwest, courtesy of <\/span>San Juan Island<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>Mount Baker<\/span><\/a> vistas, short trails and small bridge crossings. <\/span>Registration fee: $70<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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48.\u00a0<\/strong>West Virginia<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Hatfield McCoy Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Matewan, WV
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, June 9, 2018
\n<\/span>There are two important choices to make in this 15th annual half. Which of the course options will you run? And, are you a Hatfield or a McCoy? Read up on this <\/span>famous American family feud<\/span><\/a> before taking on the scenic course(s) near the Blackberry Mountains and Tug River. No matter which side you\u2019re on, you\u2019ll feel like family<\/span>. Registration fee: $60-$85<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>7 Common Fears for Runners (and How to Overcome Them)<\/a><\/p>\n

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49. Wisconsin<\/h3>\n

\u2028<\/b>Brewers Mini-Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location: <\/b>Milwaukee, WI
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, September 22, 2018
\n<\/span>In just a few years, this half-marathon has become a fall tradition \u2014 especially for baseball fans. The hilly course passes the Harley Davidson Museum and runs through <\/span>Miller Valley<\/span><\/a>, but runners finish with a trip \u2018round the outer track of Miller Park, where they\u2019ll earn a voucher for a free <\/span>Milwaukee Brewers<\/span><\/a> spring home game. <\/span>Registration fee: $65-$110<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Photo: Jackson Hole Marathon<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

50. Wyoming<\/h3>\n

Hole Half Marathon
\n<\/b><\/a>Location:<\/b> Jackson, WY
\n<\/span>Date:<\/b> Saturday, September 1, 2018
\n<\/span>Discover the thrill of adventure at a destination half-marathon in the heart of the Jackson Hole valleys. It\u2019s small, quiet and somewhat serene, but the point-to-point course\u2019s jaw-dropping mountain views of <\/span>Grand Teton<\/span><\/a> and the brilliant, natural colors sure pack a punch. <\/span>Registration fee: $89-$125<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Originally published January 2014. Updated January 2018.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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