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Half Marathon races near Gainesville
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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Gainesville
JUL 1
26JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Heatwave Half Marathon - Greater Atlanta
Greater Atlanta · 36 km away
AUG 5
1AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
2026 Fleet Feet - AthHalf Training Run Series
Athens · 57 km away
8AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32)
Athens · 59 km away
15AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Area 13.1 Half Marathon
Roswell · 61 km away
15AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta
Atlanta · 77 km away
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17AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Area 13.1 Half Marathon - 10K - 5K
Roswell · 58 km away
SEP 1
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
Atlanta · 80 km away
Gainesville · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Gainesville
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
AthHalf Half Marathon & AthFest Educates 5K
Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Athens
Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Athens, GA (41)
The Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M in Athens, Georgia, offers four distances: 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon. The race begins at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup is available from 7:30 AM to 7:50 AM. Advance registration on RunSignup is required; no on-site registration is available.
The 5K and 10K utilize a 3.11-mile out-and-back course, with 5K participants completing it once and 10K participants completing it twice. The half marathon and marathon follow a distinct 3.28-mile out-and-back route. Half marathoners repeat this route four times, and marathoners repeat it eight times. This structure emphasizes steady pacing over repeated sections. The course time limit is 6 hours.
Flatrock | Georgia
The Flatrock Trail Run begins and ends at the pavilion near the main entrance of Harbins Park in Dacula, Georgia. Wolf Peak Outdoors organizes this trail event, offering 50K, half marathon, and 50/50 Challenge distances. All participants start together at 8:00 AM. The race is presented as suitable for beginners, although the organizer characterizes the half marathon as a demanding trail course.
The logistics are straightforward and community-focused. Packet pickup occurs on race morning at the start-finish pavilion. Runners must present a photo ID; this is the sole opportunity to receive a bib and check in. The organizer provides course previews and training resources, makes a GPX file available, and welcomes runners to gather at the start line. Previous participants have characterized the atmosphere as lowkey, relaxed, and reminiscent of old-school trail racing, noting a calm energy, scenic trails, and supportive volunteers.
Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta
Spooky Sprint Greater Atlanta is an annual Halloween-themed running event with a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1-mile option, and a kids’ dash. It is built for families as much as regular runners, with youth pricing for the 5K and 10K and an untimed dash for children 10 and under.
The race offers chip timing, live results, awards, free participant photos, and treats at the finish line. Registrants in the main distances receive a custom bib, designer shirt, and finisher medal, while kids’ dash entrants get a mini bib, youth shirt, and their own medal; children can also run the dash for free without the swag. A virtual option lets people run anywhere and still receive the race gear.
Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
The Halloween Trick or Trot Run is an annual Halloween race held in Decatur, Georgia, near Atlanta. Participants can select from a 1-mile fun run, 5K, 10K, or half marathon, accommodating families, casual runners, and those seeking a longer fall race.
The race embraces the holiday theme rather than functioning as a typical road race. All finishers receive complimentary Halloween candy. The core concept is straightforward: go outdoors, invite a friend, establish a personal objective, and incorporate the miles into the Halloween festivities.
Boston Mini-Marathon & Festival
The Boston Mini-Marathon & Festival begins at 118 E Jefferson Street in downtown Boston, Georgia, leading runners from the town center onto paved country roads. The event includes a half marathon, a timed 5K race, and a 5K walk, suitable for those seeking a certified time or a shorter community run in the October air.
The course features rolling terrain with a final uphill section near the finish. Aid stations are located every 2.5 miles, with porta-potties at miles 2, 5, 7, and 11. Post-race, participants receive recovery refreshments before the event transitions into a downtown festival offering food, drinks, and a Southern atmosphere.
2026 Alpharetta Women's Half Marathon & 5K
The Alpharetta Women’s Half Marathon & 5K begins and ends at Avalon in Alpharetta, Georgia. Held in November, it offers participants a USATF-certified half marathon or a 5K, with HOKA as the presenting sponsor.
The course is based around Avalon, returning runners to the mixed-use district where the event is headquartered. Participants who register in advance will receive a race shirt, finisher medal, goodie bag, food and drinks, and admission to the post-race gathering.
Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Atlanta
The Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon is a trail race starting at AMC Theatres in Kennesaw, near Atlanta. Runners may select the 5K, 10K, or half marathon. Veterans may enter without charge by showing a government-issued veteran ID.
The course follows local trails instead of city streets, focusing on off-road running with multiple distance choices. All finishers get a custom award, participants receive race shirts, and prizes are awarded to overall winners and age-group runners in five-year categories.
Turkey Trails- Greater Atlanta
Turkey Trails - Greater Atlanta is a Thanksgiving-themed race event in the Atlanta area featuring a 5K, 10K, half marathon, 1-mile race, and kid's dash. The main races are chip-timed with live results, and awards will be presented. Participants receive free photos, finish-line treats, and race swag; shirts are guaranteed only for those who register before the posted cutoff.
The event is designed for families and regular runners alike. The 5K and 10K include youth pricing for children 12 and under, and the kid's dash is an untimed run for children 10 and under. The 1-mile race is also untimed, offering a low-pressure option. Paid entries include bibs, shirts, and medals. Children can participate in the kid's dash for free if they opt out of swag. A virtual option allows participants to run remotely and still receive race items.
Early Bird Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon
The Early Bird Turkey Trot takes place on the Saturday before Thanksgiving in Kennesaw and Marietta, offering in-person 5K, 10K, 15K, and half marathon races. The same distances are available virtually, allowing participation remotely. This event is part of the Five Star NTP race series and serves as an early iteration of the organizer’s Thanksgiving Turkey Trot, providing an opportunity to run before the holiday.
The race originated from a Five Star NTP custom of offering a complimentary 5K entry to returning runners: those who completed any of the organizer’s races between early December and mid-November qualify for one in-person Turkey Trot 5K entry. Participants not qualifying can still register for a modest fee. Shirts, hoodies, and finisher medals are available as optional purchases, not included automatically. The event relies on local charity and volunteer assistance, with a charity partner receiving donations and volunteers earning free future races for their morning's work.
Get Basted Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, 15K, Half
The Get Basted Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving-season race series offering 5K, 10K, 15K, and half marathon options, including virtual versions of each distance. This is the event's second year, and it is designed so runners can select any distance from a short holiday run to a half marathon without changing events.
The route details are not specified, but the race format is straightforward: in-person and virtual runners can select from the same distance options. Basic entry remains inexpensive, with race-day pricing only slightly higher. Shirts, hoodies, and finisher medals are optional purchases. A distinctive feature is the give-back program: volunteers receive five free race entries, and runners who completed one of the organizer's qualifying races during the year can claim a free 5K spot in an in-person Turkey Trot. This tradition started as a way to thank participants who had raced with the group throughout the season.
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About Half Marathon races in Gainesville
Gainesville Training Notes
Gainesville hosts 25 Half Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run Gainesville like a foothills town with Lake Lanier close by and trees on most edges. Lanier Running Club keeps the week steady with Tuesday at College Square Park in Oakwood, Thursday at NoFo Gainesville, and Saturday at Riverside Academy. Runners and walkers of all paces are welcome, and that makes it easy to find Z2 miles or a sharper tempo route from house. You can knock out 35 km with 230 m of gain when you want real base miles. Super Speeder 5K, Angel Dash, Cops & Gobblers 5K, and Braselton LifePath 8k/5k work as anchor races.
Cyclists get plenty without leaving town. Chicken City Cyclists roll every Wednesday evening at 6pm from Frances Meadows Aquatic Center for a group ride through Gainesville. from Corinth Baptist Church, plus Tuesday and Thursday rides from Hopewell Church Road and Dewberry Baptist Church. Gainesville has 19 cycle routes with 511 km tracked, so base miles are easy to stack. The Chicopee Woods loop runs 8 km with 104 meters of climb, and SORBA at Lake Lanier has history there. The climbs sit in rolling hills and pastures north and south, with gravel on Eston Smith Road, Baker Rd, and Cooper Bridge Rd.
June gives Gainesville its best window when the legs like warm mornings and the roads still feel open. Summer brings hot, humid conditions, so locals start early, keep intervals short, and save longer Z2 for shaded stretches near Lake Lanier or wooded roads. Cyclists use the same rule and finish before the heat turns every hill into extra work. Winter brings cool to mild temperatures, so running stays consistent and riding stays possible with a later start. The city centre, Oakwood, Braselton, Pendergrass, and Flowery Branch all keep routes usable when race season quiets down.