レキシントン・ファイエット, KY周辺のHalf Marathonレース

The Rugged Red Trail Half Marathon begins and ends at Natural Bridge Campground in Slade, Kentucky, directing runners onto private land within the Red River Gorge area. This fall trail half marathon features a 13.1-mile loop with 2,864 feet of elevation gain. Its difficulty is moderate, with runnable trails interspersed with short, steep segments. The event has been held for over ten years and provides support to the search and rescue teams operating in the gorge. The course winds past arches and an overlook, specifically Golden Cathedral Arch, Timothy Branch Overlook, and Adventure Mountain Arch. Four arches are recognized by runners familiar with the route. The race is cup-less; participants must carry their own bottle or hydration pack. Water or hydration will be available at the start and at five points along the course. Participants may include teams, younger runners, club trail runners, and individuals camping at the start-finish area. The finish line offers the atmosphere of a completed long trail-running day, with medals, complimentary photos, coffee, a BBQ lunch, beer for racers aged 21 and over, a DJ, massages, raffle prizes, age-group awards, and substantial volunteer support.

The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k is a fall race series in Midway offering in-person half marathon, wheelchair half marathon, 12k, and 5k races. Virtual options for the half marathon, 12k, or 5k are also available. The in-person races provide a no-shirt registration option for a simpler entry. The half marathon is the event's longest-standing race, with the 12k introduced later and the 5k being the most recent addition. Race-week features include personalized bibs, age-group awards, complimentary race photo downloads, a substantial finisher medal, and Iron Horse artwork on the technical shirt and a frameable poster by local artist Cricket Press. An official shakeout run takes place the day before the race, with packet pickup available through John’s Run/Walk Shop. Packets can be shipped to out-of-town runners, and there is no packet pickup on race day.

The Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M in Richmond, KY, offers a straightforward road race series at Whitehall Park. Participants can choose from 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances, all beginning at 8:30 AM. This event is designed for runners seeking a simple race morning: packet pickup is available from 8:00 AM to 8:20 AM, parking is located near the start, and pre-race registration on RunSignup is required as there is no same-day sign-up. The race courses feature repeat out-and-back segments. The 5K covers a 1.56-mile out-and-back section twice. The 10K uses the same 1.56-mile out-and-back four times. The half marathon consists of a 2.18-mile out-and-back route repeated six times. The event has a 3-hour and 30-minute time limit. Registration costs are $30 for the 5K, $45 for the 10K, and $65 for the half marathon, with a $5 fee for participants aged 1 to 15.

The Gobbler Half Marathon, 10K & 5K begins Thanksgiving morning in Southern Utah, with pie at the finish. Participants can select the half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a 1K kids run; all races start at 8:00 AM. This event is designed as a family holiday gathering, offering official timing for competitive runners and park entertainment for those attending with children. The course features wide roads and one-way traffic to minimize congestion. All finishers will receive a Gobbler medal, a T-shirt, and a sweatband for those registered by the deadline. Awards will be presented to overall and division winners soon after the races conclude. Children can enjoy bounce houses, and the day will also include a Turkey Toss fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting local charities.