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Half Marathons in West Virginia

West Virginia has 8 upcoming Half Marathons. Half marathons are the fastest-growing race distance, offering a true endurance challenge with a more accessible training window than the full marathon.

8 upcoming races listed

Fun racesScenic racesCompetitive racesQuirky racesFestive racesFor a Cause racesBeginner-friendly
Harpers Ferry Half Marathon & 5K

Join a community celebration of running and history in Harpers Ferry, offering half marathon and 5K distances on a rolling course.

  • Festive
Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT13.1 MilesHarpers Ferry, WV
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Ogden Newspapers WVU Medicine Wellness Weekend

Join the 48th annual Wellness Weekend in Wheeling, offering a challenging Half Marathon, 5K, Fun Run, and Tiny Tot Trot.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
Sat, May 23, 2026, 7:10 AM EDT13.1 MilesWheeling, WV
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Family-oriented

Elk River Bigfoot Half Marathon/10K/5K

Run West Virginia's only Bigfoot Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K on a flat, fast course along the Elk River Trail.

  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sun, May 31, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT13.1 MilesClay, WV
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Parkersburg News and Sentinel Half Marathon and Two Mile Race

Experience a competitive, scenic half marathon or a fast two-mile race, finishing to enthusiastic crowds before the Homecoming Festival Parade.

  • Scenic
  • Competitive
Sat, Aug 15, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT21KParkersburg, WV
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Blackwater Canyon Half Marathon

Descend 1400 feet through Blackwater Canyon on a mixed-surface trail, supporting local trail development. A unique challenge for 200 runners.

  • Competitive
  • For a Cause
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT13.1 MilesParsons, WV
Serious TestRUN

Course · Mixed · Hilly · Timed race

Mountwood Challenge Trail Race

Tackle the hilly trails of Mountwood Park in this competitive half marathon or 5K, featuring awards for top finishers and age groups.

  • Competitive
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT13.1 MilesWaverly, WV
Push PotentialTRAIL

Course · Trail · Hilly · Timed race

Beckley Half Marathon & 5K

Run through history and scenic trails, starting and finishing at an iconic coal mine, with strong community support in Beckley, WV.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Sep 26, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT13.1 MilesBeckley, WV
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Kanawha State Forest Half Marathon/7K

A scenic and challenging forest run through West Virginia's iconic Kanawha State Forest, featuring a unique Cryptid Race Series theme.

  • Scenic
  • Quirky
Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT13.1 MilesCharleston, WV
Steady EffortTRAIL

Course · Hilly

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