Harrisonburg Half Marathon

The Harrisonburg Half Marathon is a USATF-certified 13.1-mile race held in Harrisonburg, Virginia, starting at Westover Park in the Shenandoah Valley. Participants can run the half marathon solo or form a two-person relay team. This option accommodates both those aiming for the full distance and runners preferring a shorter segment. The race takes place in October, beginning early in the morning. The course follows the Friendly City Trail, a recently constructed, paved path through Harrisonburg. Organizers aim for official race standards while maintaining a local character, describing it as a legitimate competition with a friendly atmosphere. The event welcomes experienced runners, novices, and relay teams. Spectators line sections of the route, and the event provides race amenities from start to finish, beyond just a timing mat and finish line.