Which Pennsylvania cities have the most Half Marathon races?
York (8), Biglerville (5), Hughesville (5), Philadelphia (4) lead the state for Half Marathon races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Pennsylvania · Half Marathon
Half Marathon Races in Pennsylvania
Every upcoming Half Marathon in Pennsylvania, all 60 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
60 upcoming Half Marathon races · 29 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
60 total Sat, Aug 1, 2026Two Face 10K Wexford, PAFrom $65Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Biglerville, PA (31) Biglerville, PAFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Philly Mayor's Cup Philadelphia, PAFrom $50Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026The Shimmy in Shickshinny 1/2 and 1/4 Marathon Shickshinny, PAFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, 13.1M at York, PA (32) York, PAFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Hughesville, PA (34) Hughesville, PAFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at York, PA (35) York, PAFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Biglerville, PA (36) Biglerville, PAFrom $30Details Sun, Sep 6, 2026BULL DAM TRAIL RUN North East, PAFrom $30Details Fri, Sep 11, 2026Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon, 5K, and Kid's Fun Run Bird In Hand, PAFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M at York, PA (37) York, PAFrom $30Register Sun, Sep 13, 2026YMCA Harrisburg Half & 10K Harrisburg, PAFrom $61Details
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 Pennsylvania
When are most Half Marathon races held in Pennsylvania?
October is the busiest month for Half Marathon races in Pennsylvania, with 13 of the 60, followed by November with 12. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Pennsylvania Half Marathon races cost?
Entry fees for Half Marathon races here run from $5 to about $139, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a Half Marathon in Pennsylvania?
22 of the 60 Half Marathon races in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania Half Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 27 Half Marathon races in Pennsylvania with published results, the typical median finish is around 2:11:56, 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes, 12 races around Pennsylvania get you off the pavement: 6 are trail races, and 6 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.