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Half Marathon races near Philadelphia
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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Philadelphia
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4JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
July 4th Run NEW JERSEY
Camden · 76 km away
4JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
July 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1
Camden · 3 km away
4JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 PHILADELPHIA
Camden · 4 km away
JUL 3
11JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Team Vark
Bethlehem · 77 km away
12JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
The 9th Annual Blobfest 5K, 10K & Half Marathon!
Phoenixville · 36 km away
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25JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run for Coffee Lovers PHILADELPHIA
Camden
AUG 3
8AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Philly Mayor's Cup
Philadelphia · 6 km away
15AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run for PB&J 5K/10K/13.1 NEW JERSEY
Camden · 4 km away
29AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Sloth Run PHILADELPHIA
Camden · 13 km away
SEP 4
6SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Bear Trail Half Marathon & 10K
Bear · 58 km away
19SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Harvest to Horizon Running Festival
Cedarville · 69 km away
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Oktoberfest Run PHILADELPHIA
Camden · 13 km away
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Oktoberfest Run NEW JERSEY
Camden · 23 km away
Philadelphia · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Philadelphia
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 New Jersey October
Coffee Lovers Run New Jersey takes place on Camden’s Wiggins Waterfront Trail, offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. This October event also features a 1-mile Family Fun Run, suitable for adults, children, beginners, and those preferring a short walk over a competitive effort.
The event offers a more intimate setting than large city races, with limited waves and a group-run atmosphere. All running paces are accommodated, and participants under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Timing is optional; runners may use an app to track their own performance and submit results for online posting, or forgo timing altogether. Virtual participation is available for the main distances, alongside an eco-registration option for those who do not wish to receive a shirt.
13th Annual Unite For HER Run/Walk
The Unite For HER Run/Walk closes the streets of West Chester, Pennsylvania, for the town’s largest run/walk. The annual event features an in-person 5K run/walk and a 2K walk, with a Kids Dash included for families.
The event raises support for people affected by breast and ovarian cancers across the country. Runners and walkers not in West Chester can join through virtual 5K, 2K, and half-marathon options nationwide.
Superhero Sprint
The Superhero Sprint is a 5K run/walk at Doty Park in Belvidere, Illinois. An officially timed 5K is available for runners and walkers seeking a recorded result. This event supports the Superhero Center for Autism, with registration and fundraising directly benefiting local children with autism and their families.
Families can opt for a relaxed, kid-friendly dash without timing pressure, suitable for younger children or those participating primarily for the cause. Participants may establish personal or team fundraising pages, businesses can participate as sponsors, and volunteers assist with race day operations.
Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon
The Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler is an annual October race in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, offering a half marathon and a 4-mile run. The half marathon begins at the Red Mill Museum in Clinton, and the 4 Miler starts on Kiceniuk Road in Annandale. Participants for both races receive bus transport from Hunterdon Medical Center to their respective start lines. A walkers-only start is available for the half marathon, making the longer distance accessible for those who wish to complete the full course without running.
The course follows Hunterdon County country roads, with organizers as crossing a river, woods, and passing at least one private residence. The event concludes with a gathering at Hunterdon Healthcare in Flemington, with proceeds benefiting the Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center. Both distances include a T-shirt. The event cultivates a local atmosphere while providing organized race-day services, such as packet pickup the day prior, shuttle buses, staggered starts, and a communal finish celebration.
Hot Mess Trail Races
Hot Mess Trail Races guides runners through Parvin State Park in Pittsgrove, New Jersey, starting and finishing at the Danna Farm Fields. The autumn event provides two options: a half marathon and a 6-hour ultra. Both races utilize mostly flat, fast trail loops with a short section of pavement. The event begins in the morning and concludes in the early afternoon, positioning the 6-hour option as a timed challenge rather than a set-distance competition.
The course consists of approximately 95% trail, featuring winding single-track, sandy areas, and roots, yet the overall design accommodates beginners. Half marathon participants depart from the fields, complete two full circuits of the lollipop-shaped course, and access aid stations near miles 3.5 and 8.5. The 6-hour runners traverse a loop of about 4 miles repeatedly, returning to the start/finish area each lap for the sole aid station. This race is a South Jersey partnership with Second Capital Running, and all participants who finish will be awarded a medal and unique merchandise.
Forbidden Run Fest
Forbidden Run Fest is a fall trail-and-gravel race within Philadelphia's Wissahickon Valley Park, headquartered at Houston Recreational Center. Participants select from 10K, 10-mile, or half marathon distances, all crossing a blend of compacted dirt, wide gravel, single track, and rocky ascents. The event limits registration to 750 runners and employs chip timing, with aid stations positioned every 2 to 3 miles offering water, Gatorade, and snacks. It is designed for road runners new to trails and trail runners seeking a quicker course than a fully technical one.
Much of the running occurs on Forbidden Drive, a 5.45-mile, 25-foot-wide gravel path with a mild maximum grade and significant daily use within the park. The half marathon incorporates approximately five miles of technical single track alongside eight miles of gravel, while the 10-miler features downhill single track and an out-and-back section on Forbidden Drive. All distances encounter a version of the race's challenging climb, Mount "What the heck," a rocky final quarter mile that adds difficulty near the finish. Following the race, participants receive fresh pizza, seasonal refreshments, live music, and comfortable race sweatshirts instead of typical disposable merchandise.
Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 Philadelphia, November 2026
Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHILADELPHIA
The Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 Philadelphia is a running event held on Veterans Day. It is based in Camden, New Jersey, across the river from Philadelphia. Participants can select a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or a 1.6 km run, accommodating walkers, beginners, and those seeking a longer distance.
The start is located on Wiggins Waterfront Trail. The complete course map will be emailed to participants. Best Races is the organizer, and the event's purpose is simple: to run or walk around Veterans Day as a public thank-you to veterans.
Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 NEW JERSEY
The Veterans Day Freedom Run is an annual holiday race in Camden, New Jersey, starting from the Wiggins Waterfront Trail. It offers runners and walkers four distance options: 1.6 km, 5K, 10K, and a half marathon.
The event is centered on gratitude for veterans, functioning as a community run rather than solely a competitive race. Some participants aim for a personal best, while others walk the waterfront route with friends or family.
Rocky Run
Rocky Run is a Saturday road race in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, presented by Athletifreak. Runners can choose a 5K, a 10 Mile, or the 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge, combining the 5K and 10 Mile into a half-marathon day. The event draws over 10,000 participants and is built around the Rocky theme: go the distance, earn large medals, and finish like the movie hero.
The course runs on city roads, finishing at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the landmark tied to Rocky’s famous steps. The 5K is suitable for newer runners, the 10 Mile offers a longer test for stronger runners, and the Italian Stallion Challenge allows participants to collect three finisher medals in one day. Crowds, music, race shirts, and substantial medal swag contribute to the appeal. Participants can fundraise for Special Olympics to earn a free entry.
D&L RaceFest presented by St. Luke's
The D&L RaceFest, presented by St. Luke’s, is a November race weekend in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley. It is built around four events on and near the D&L Trail: the St. Luke’s D&L Marathon, the St. Luke’s D&L Marathon Relay, the D&L Heritage Half Marathon Run, and the D&L Heritage Half Marathon Walk. The marathon covers 26.2 miles between Allentown and downtown Easton, with most of its miles on the D&L Trail, Pennsylvania’s longest multi-use trail.
The routes offer runners, relay teams, and walkers a late-fall point-to-point race on a softer, joint-friendly surface. The event continues the November tradition of the D&L Heritage Half Marathon Run and Walk, while also using sections of the former St. Luke’s Via Marathon and Marathon Relay. Proceeds benefit the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor Inc., a 501(c)3, supporting heritage and environmental programs, plus development and promotion of the D&L Trail. Free downloadable race photos are included through the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor and St. Luke’s University Health Network.
Run the Vineyards - Cork High & Bottle Deep - Half Marathon
The Run the Vineyards - Cork High & Bottle Deep is a 13.1-mile half marathon held at Blue Cork Winery. It starts at 8:30 AM and has a field limit of approximately 450 runners. This is the seventh year for the event, which maintains a local feel with race announcements starting just before the gun, police-controlled roads, and aid stations positioned roughly every two miles. The course is predominantly paved and flat, includes a 10K split, and has a 3.5-hour time limit, requiring participants to finish by noon.
The route begins and ends at the vineyard, with a short section on winery grounds before proceeding onto adjacent roads. This event is suited for those seeking a genuine half marathon experience away from a large-city environment. Awards are presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the leading runners in 10-year age categories. Strollers are permitted. The post-race activities embrace the winery setting, offering a complimentary glass of wine to all finishers, commemorative wine glasses, finisher medals, downloadable photos, food trucks, massage services, and live music. The Headstrong Foundation is the designated charity partner.
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About Half Marathon races in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Training Notes
Philadelphia hosts 33 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 the Schuylkill River Trail, Kelly Drive, Forbidden Drive, Boxer’s Trail, Pennypack trails, and the Benjamin Franklin Bridge pedestrian walkway. The usual river loop gives you 5 miles without intersections when it's open. m. The Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run, Philadelphia Distance Run, Philly Run Fest, Rocky Run, Penn Relays, and Philadelphia Marathon Weekend keep the calendar honest.
Locals ride the Circuit Trails, Kelly Drive, MLK Jr. Drive, the Schuylkill River Trail, and the East Falls Loop for steady base miles. The Schuylkill River Trail runs 30 miles to Parker Ford and goes through Valley Forge National Historical Park. Bicycle Club of Philadelphia runs free group recreational rides, and Central Bucks Bicycle Club keeps evening and weekend road and mountain rides going throughout the year. Guy’s Racing Club brings the Neshaminy Classic and Whirlybird ‘Cross. Manayunk gives you Main Street, Leverington Avenue, Umbria Street, Shawmont Avenue, and Port Royal Avenue when you want climbs, cobbles, and punchy intervals.
June, July, and August give the city its highest sunshine share, so locals stack early Z2, evening club runs, and short river-path intervals before the heat sits in. Summer feels hot and muggy, and the Saturday Philly Runners start moves to 8 a.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Spring and fall feel like the cleanest blocks for marathon work, gran fondo prep, cyclocross openers, and longer Wissahickon miles. Winter stays moderately cold, and runners and riders keep going when light snow is all that shows up, while bigger storms push more work onto cleared paths and shorter loops.