Half Marathon races near Severance

The Long View Marathon runs point to point between Fort Collins and Loveland in northern Colorado. The full marathon begins at Edora Park and concludes at Fairgrounds Park. The same finish area hosts the half marathon, which starts at Fossil Creek Park, and a 5K centered on Fairgrounds Park. The races occur in October, with staggered morning starts for the marathon, half marathon, and 5K. The route incorporates sections of the Long View and Front Range bike paths, meaning the longer races utilize a paved-path corridor instead of a closed downtown loop. Packet pickup is available at Altitude Running in Fort Collins prior to race day and at each race’s start area on race morning, subject to a strict cutoff. Marathon and half-marathon prizes feature custom works by local artist Amy Hayman, gift cards to local businesses, overall awards, and age-group prizes; the 5K offers overall and masters awards.

Lucky Brew is a St. Patrick’s-themed race day on the Great Western Trail in Severance, Colorado, offering 5K, 10K, 15K, half marathon, and Kids Fun Run options. All distances start and finish at Severance Community Park, accommodating runners seeking an early-season test and families attending the shorter kids’ event. The 5K follows a 0.6-mile loop within Severance Park, while longer races extend beyond the park onto the trail. Finishers receive chip timing, photos, and a performance shirt. The post-race meal includes corned beef, cabbage, coffee, energy drinks, beer, seltzer, non-alcoholic drinks, and green beer from Peculier Brewing Company. Overall winners get custom clay mugs, age-group leaders receive gift cards, and half marathon finishers are awarded a medal. The event benefits the Great Western Trail Foundation and other local nonprofits, and it is one of four run.Windsor races qualifying for BOLDERBoulder.

The Colorado Marathon is a road race in Fort Collins, typically held on the first weekend of May. It includes a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a children's run. The full marathon begins early, attracting thousands of participants, ranging from local residents running shorter distances to marathoners aiming for a personal best or a Boston Marathon qualification. The marathon route follows the Poudre River Canyon for most of its distance before entering Fort Collins' natural areas and concluding in the city. This predominantly downhill course is a significant draw; in its initial four years, 18% of participants achieved a Boston Marathon qualifying time. Originally named the Fort Collins Old Town Marathon, the event maintains a local focus through charity entries, which are priced higher with proceeds directed to local charitable organizations.