Which Wisconsin cities have the most Half Marathon races?
Oconomowoc (5), Milwaukee (5), Waukesha (4), Green Bay (3) lead the state for Half Marathon races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
Wisconsin · Half Marathon
Half Marathon Races in Wisconsin
Every upcoming Half Marathon in Wisconsin, all 50 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
50 upcoming Half Marathon races · 27 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
50 total Sat, Aug 1, 2026National Watermelon Day Run Hartford, WIFrom $43Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026WARRIOR RUSH 5K - 10K - Half 13.1 - Full Marathon 26.2 Shorewood, WIFrom $49Details Fri, Aug 7, 2026Paavo Nurmi Marathon Hurley, WIFrom $20Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Midwest Financial Group Madison Mini Marathon Madison, WIFrom $50Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Milwaukee Glendale, WIFrom $35Details Sun, Aug 23, 2026Wausau Marathon with myTEAM TRIUMPH Wausau, WIFreeDetails Sun, Aug 23, 2026Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Milwaukee Menomonee Falls, WIFrom $65Details Sun, Aug 23, 2026Wausau Marathon Wausau, WIFrom $80Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Lake Country Half Marathon Oconomowoc, WIFrom $75Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Taste of Portage Half Marathon and 5K Portage, WIFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Green Lake Area 13dot1 Races - 2026 Green Lake, WIFrom $50Details Sun, Sep 6, 2026Minocqua "No Frills" Marathon Minocqua, WIFrom $40Details
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 Wisconsin
When are most Half Marathon races held in Wisconsin?
September is the busiest month for Half Marathon races in Wisconsin, with 14 of the 50, followed by August with 10. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do Wisconsin Half Marathon races cost?
Entry fees for Half Marathon races here run from free to about $190, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a Half Marathon in Wisconsin?
34 of the 50 Half Marathon races in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Half Marathon races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 25 Half Marathon races in Wisconsin with published results, the typical median finish is around 2:09:51, 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 Wisconsin?
Yes, 7 races around Wisconsin get you off the pavement: 3 are trail races, and 4 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.