Half Marathon races near Coralville

The Hot Cider Hustle in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, features a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and an untimed 5K. A Kid's Division 5K is available for runners 12 and under. Virtual options for the half marathon, 10K, and 5K allow participation remotely. The post-race offerings are central to the event's theme: finishers receive hot apple cider, caramel apples, and a finisher mug. Children's registration includes an untimed bib along with the same cider, caramel apple, and mug. Photos can be shared using #HotCiderHustle, and official event details are available at IowaRuns.com.

The North Shore Distance Classic takes runners to the north shore of Lake Macbride in Solon, Iowa, offering a half marathon and a 4-mile race. The event occurs in October. Packet pickup on race day is at the Main Lodge; there is no race-day registration. Runners completing either distance receive medals. The top three overall male and female finishers in the half marathon and 4-mile race get prizes. Corridor Running organizes the event and uses Race Roster for entries. Member discounts are available via Q-Codes. Corridor Running notes its races are not USATF-certified. Volunteers assist with course monitoring and trail sweeping after runners have passed.

The Kewash races begin and end at Jps 207 on West Main Street in Washington, Iowa, utilizing the Kewash Trail. Held in April, the event provides four race options: a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The marathon covers the full 26.2 miles, and the shorter races offer opportunities for less experienced runners, walkers, and local participants on the same trail. The course is an out-and-back route on a smooth, non-technical trail, featuring gradual inclines, mild descents, and level stretches instead of difficult terrain. The marathon, a recent addition, joins a race series with over ten years of history. Marathon runners start earliest in the morning, with the half marathon following, and the 10K and 5K races commencing together. All finishers receive a medal, a race shirt corresponding to their chosen distance, complimentary downloadable photos, and a post-race beverage ticket for those of legal drinking age.