You can run Virginia half-marathon events in Albert Park, Bedford, Charlottesville, Chesterfield, Covington, Douthat State Park, Fairfax Station, Farmville, Fredericksburg, Grayson Highlands State Park, Hampton, Key West, King George, Leesburg, Lexington, Matthews, Norfolk, Richmond, Roanoke, Salem, Spotsylvania, Springfield, Triangle, and Williamsburg.
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April 26, 2026
100-500 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
April 26, 2026
100-500 runners
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- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
May 2, 2026
1-100 runners
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- 10K, Half Marathon, Trail
June 13, 2026
100-500 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
September 12, 2026
1-100 runners
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- Half Marathon, Marathon, Trail, Ultramarathon
June 20, 2026
100-500 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Trail & Road, Ultramarathon
August 8, 2026
100-500 runners
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- Half Marathon, Trail
April 26, 2026
1-100 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
December 7, 2025
100-500 runners
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- Road
September 14, 2025
100-500 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Road
September 13, 2025
500-1000 runners
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- 10K, Half Marathon, Trail
April 25, 2026
1-100 runners
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- Half Marathon, Road
August 9, 2025
100-500 runners
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- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
May 31, 2025
100-500 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
January 17, 2026
1-100 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
May 17, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
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- Half Marathon, Road
April 11, 2026
500-1000 runners
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- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
May 3, 2026
100-500 runners
[get_race_listing_state_city post_id="122144"]
- Half Marathon, Trail
February 14, 2026
500-1000 runners
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- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
November 15, 2025
10,000+ runners
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- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
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Running in Virginia
FAQ
What are the most popular Virginia half marathons?
The most popular Virginia half marathons are the Richmond Half Marathon with 7,336 finishers in 2023. Followed by the Yuengling Shamrock Half Marathon in Virginia Beach with 5,226 finishers in 2023.
What are the best Virginia half marathons for beginners in 2026?
The Virginia half marathons that we recommend most frequently for beginners are the:
The Richmond Half Marathon: Known as the Friendliest Marathon in the United States, a course that takes runners through the scenic and historic neighborhoods of Richmond and the James River. The course experience is full of live music, spirit groups, and party zones.
Yuengling Shamrock Marathon: Â A flat, fast, and scenic course with a finish line overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. A ton of crowd support and a fun finisher experience!
Which Virginia cities have half marathons?
