Which Maryland cities have the most Half Marathon races?
Bel Air (4), Camp Springs (4), Annapolis (3), Cumberland (1) lead the state for Half Marathon races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Maryland · Half Marathon
Half Marathon Races in Maryland
Every upcoming Half Marathon in Maryland, all 26 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
26 upcoming Half Marathon races · 19 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Maryland races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Half Marathon Races by City
Soonest Half Marathon Races in Maryland
26 total Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (31) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 30, 2026Howard's Half Marathon/5K Run Festival Cumberland, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (36) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Lock 2 Lock Marathon/Half Marathon/10k Williamsport, MDFrom $60Details Fri, Sep 18, 2026Annapolis RUN for The Light House Annapolis, MDFrom $50Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026ASICS Susquehanna River Running Festival Havre de Grace, MDFrom $55Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Run On The Rocks • 10M / Half / 20M Point Of Rocks, MDFrom $55Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Bel Air, MD (40) Bel Air, MDFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Camp Springs, MD (41) Camp Springs, MDFrom $30Register Sun, Oct 11, 2026Chestertown Challenge Half Marathon Run and 5K Run/Walk Chestertown, MDFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Baltimore Running Festival Baltimore, MDFrom $65Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k Hancock, MDFrom $55Details
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 Maryland
When are most Half Marathon races held in Maryland?
October is the busiest month for Half Marathon races in Maryland, with 7 of the 26, followed by September with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Maryland Half Marathon races cost?
Entry fees for Half Marathon races here run from $10 to about $121, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a Half Marathon in Maryland?
16 of the 26 Half Marathon races in Maryland already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Maryland Half Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 19 Half Marathon races in Maryland with published results, the typical median finish is around 2:09:42, 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.
Are there trail Half Marathon races in Maryland?
Yes, 2 races around Maryland get you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race, and 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.