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2026 Evansville half marathon races:
With multiple distances to choose from - the Half Marathon, 5-Miler, and Kids Dash - you're sure to find a race that's right for every fitness level! Thousands of tri-state runners and walkers have participated in these races and look forward to it each year.
Half Marathon Route HTML
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Kids Dash Route HTML
2026 HALF MARATHON
Saturday - October 3, 2026 - RACE STARTS @ 7:00am
- The Half Marathon will be 13.1 miles to promote health and well-being and create a true sense of community. The scenic route overlooks the Ohio River, utilizes the Greenway, historic Bosse Field, and Garvin and Bayard Parks.
- Evansville Half Marathon Expo is from 10 am - 7 pm on October 2, 2026 at the Ascension St Vincent YMCA at 516 Court Street. NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP WILL BE AVAILABLE.
2026 THE 5 MILER
Saturday - October 3, 2026 - RACE STARTS @ 7:00am (with Half Marathon)
- The 5 Miler is an exciting addition to allow the whole family to get involved on race day. It’s the perfect distance to challenge yourself and try something new.
- 5 Miler participants will line up with the Evansville Half Marathon participants. Start time for 5 Miler participants will be at 7:00 am (with the Half Marathon). 5 Miler participants will run the first miles of the Half Marathon and divert at strategic splits to come back to finish in front of the Ford Center. Family, friends, and participants of the 5 Miler are welcome to stay and cheer on Half Marathon finishers.
- Evansville Half Marathon Expo is from 10 am - 7 pm on October 2, 2026 at the Ascension St Vincent YMCA at 516 Court Street. NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP WILL BE AVAILABLE.
2026 KIDS DASH
Saturday - September 19, 2026 - RACE STARTS @ 9:30am
- Participants, aged kindergarten to 8th grade, run a mile down Main Street together and receive a Kids Dash race medal, goody bag and t-shirt. Times will not be recorded.
