About the Fayetteville Half Marathon
The course starts at The Gardens on campus and winds through some of the more distinctive parts of Fayetteville. It is not a certified course, so treat any personal records loosely. Strollers are welcome as long as they line up toward the back. Several distance options mean you will see a range of paces on the road.
Packet pickup runs the evening before at the Town Center downtown, with a shorter morning window at the start. Parking is spread across several lots near Walker Park, and the closer ones fill up, so arriving early helps. Awards are announced over a PA system once results clear a brief protest window after each distance wraps up.
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Distances & Start Times
13.1 Miles12/5/2026 07:00$95
6.2 Miles12/5/2026 07:15$50
3.1 Miles12/5/2026 07:20$40
1K12/5/2026 07:25$15
13.1 Miles12/5/2026 07:00$65
6.2 Miles12/5/2026 07:00$55
3.1 Miles12/5/2026 07:00$45
Training Plan Only--This does not include entry into the event.12/5/2026 07:00$45
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