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The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k

Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 7:45 AM EDT

Location
Midway, KY
S Brand St, 40347
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Experience a well-supported fall race in Midway, KY, complete with custom art, personalized bibs, and a truly huge finisher medal.

  • Fun
  • Competitive

Who it's for

  • Beginner Friendly

Great for: beginners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The 17th annual Iron Horse Half Marathon, 10th annual 12k, and 2nd 5k invite you to Midway, KY for a fall race experience. Enjoy a mild, rolling course with thoughtful amenities designed to make your race day special. Participants receive a technical running shirt with custom artwork, a suitable-for-framing poster, and a personalized bib. Celebrate your finish with a huge medal and free race photos. A shake out run is offered the day before.

What to expect

  • * Run a half marathon, 12k, or 5k on a mild, rolling course.
  • * Receive a technical running shirt, custom poster, and a huge finisher medal.
  • * Enjoy personalized bibs, age group awards, and free race photos.

Standout details

  • Technical running shirt with custom artwork
  • Suitable for framing Iron Horse poster
  • Free unlimited downloading of all race photos
  • HUGE finisher medal

Perks & features

  • Awards
  • Medal
  • Race Photos

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Distances & registration

10 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Jan 1, 2026, 1:29 AM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 5K

    Sun, Oct 11, 12:00 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Jan 1, 2026, 1:29 AM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 5K

    Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM EDT · From $27.50

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

+ 7 more options
  • 12K

    Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM EDT · From $54.00

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 12K

    Sun, Oct 11, 12:00 AM EDT · From $48.70

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 12K

    Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM EDT · From $43.40

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM EDT · From $75.20

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM EDT · From $75.20

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sun, Oct 11, 12:00 AM EDT · From $75.20

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sun, Oct 11, 7:45 AM EDT · From $64.60

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

longer distance

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

We invite you to join us in Midway this fall for the 17th annual Iron Horse Half Marathon, 10th annual Iron Horse 12k, and 2nd 5k!

We want to make your race day special by providing the following race amenities:

Technical running shirt with custom Iron Horse artwork Suitable for framing Iron Horse poster by local artist Cricket Press Personalized bibs Age group awards Free unlimited downloading of all race photos after the race Free custom 13.1 and 12k sticker to all participants And finally, one HUGE finisher medal!

*Pre- Race Deadlines & Events*

Bib Transfers: 9/28 Event Transfer (In-Person Races): 9/28 Switch to Virtual Events: 10/4 2027 Deferrals: 10/9 NEW for 2026 : Official shake out run on Saturday October 10th at 9:30am from John's Run/Walk Shop 317 S. Ashland Ave

*Packet Pick Up Dates & Locations* Wednesday October 7: 10am - 7pm at John's Run/Walk Shop, 3090 Helmsdale Place. Thursday October 8th: 10am -7pm at John's Run/Walk Shop, 3575 Palomar Center Drive. Friday 9th & Saturday 10th: 10am - 6pm at John's Run/Walk Shop, 317 S. Ashland Ave.

Running with a friend? You can pick up their packet and save them a trip! Live out of town? Don't worry! There is packet shipping available. This can be managed in your "Add-ons" on RunSignUp.* *Please note the packet shipping option will have a deadline in order to get all items mailed in time prior to the race.

**we will not have day of pick up, please plan accordingly**

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