You can run Ohio half-marathon events in Akron, Beavercreek, Berlin, Bethel, Boston Township, Bowling Green, Brecksville, Canal Fulton, Canton, Chillicothe, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Clinton, Columbus, Dayton, Dublin, Glouster, Grand Rapids, Grandview Heights, Granville, Groveport, Hicksville, Hueston Woods State Park, Indianapolis, Johnstown, Leetonia, Lewis Center, Lexington, Medina, Mentor, Morrow, New Albany, Peninsula, Perrysburg, Perrysville, Ravenna, Richfield, Shawnee State Forestio, Shawneeio, Springfield, Toledo, Troy, Valley View, Waynesville, Wright-Patterson AFB, Yellow Springs, Youngstown, and Zanesville.
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September 5, 2026
100-500 runners
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- Half Marathon, Marathon, Trail
August 8, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
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- Half Marathon, Relay, Road
August 8, 2026
500-1000 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Relay, Road
August 29, 2026
100-500 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Road
May 17, 2026
1-100 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Relay, Trail
September 6, 2026
100-500 runners
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- 10K, Half Marathon, Trail
March 21, 2026
100-500 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
September 18, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
October 18, 2026
1-100 runners
[get_race_listing_state_city post_id="121537"]
- 5k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Relay, Road
October 3, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
[get_race_listing_state_city post_id="121402"]
- 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Trail
October 11, 2026
1-100 runners
[get_race_listing_state_city post_id="121367"]
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
October 25, 2025
100-500 runners
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- Half Marathon, Trail
April 11, 2026
1-100 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
April 12, 2026
100-500 runners
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- Half Marathon, Trail
July 25, 2026
500-1000 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
April 18, 2026
1-100 runners
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- Half Marathon, Relay, Trail
October 25, 2026
100-500 runners
[get_race_listing_state_city post_id="121446"]
- 5k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Trail
October 10, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
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- Half Marathon, Road
May 10, 2026
1-100 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
August 23, 2026
100-500 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
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Running in Ohio
FAQ
What are the most popular Ohio half marathons?
The three most popular Ohio half marathons are the Flying Pig Half Marathon in Cincinnati which saw 10,370 entries in 2023. Followed by the Columbus Half Marathon which had 6,860 finishers. And with the third most runners was the Capital City Half Marathon with 4,424 finishers in 2023.
What are the best Ohio half marathons for beginners in 2026?
The Ohio half marathons we recommend as the best for beginners are:
The Flying Pig Half Marathon: The largest half marathon in the state of Ohio with runners from all 50 states flying in for a race through Cincinnati’s neighborhoods with a fun finisher experience.
Queen Bee Half Marathon: A race to promote the fun of fitness while funding local charities that support women. Great crowds support. A bit of a hilly course!
Capital City Half Marathon: Since 2004, the Capital City events host 12,000 runners and walkers through Columbus. Runners consistently remark on the production, electric race environment, and accessible course.
Which Ohio cities have half marathons?
