When are most Half Marathon races held in Columbus?
August is the busiest month for Half Marathon races in Columbus, with 2 of the 8, followed by September with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Georgia · Half Marathon
Half Marathon Races in Columbus, Georgia
Every upcoming Half Marathon around Columbus, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
8 upcoming Half Marathon races found · 6 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Columbus races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Columbus, GA (31) Columbus, GAFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 15, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (33) Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (36) Columbus, GAFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 19, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Columbus, GA (38) Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Columbus, GA (40) Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Columbus, GA (45) Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Red Nose Half Marathon Columbus, GAFreeDetails Sat, Mar 20, 2027Heroes of America Marathon/Half Marathon/5K Columbus, GAFrom $20Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a Half Marathon in Columbus
How much do Columbus Half Marathon races cost?
Entry fees for Half Marathon races here run from free to about $30, depending on the event and how early you register.
Are Columbus Half Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 6 Half Marathon races in Columbus with published results, the typical median finish is around 2:11:42, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a Half Marathon in Columbus?
Browse Columbus run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.