Skinny Raven Half & 10K
Skinny Raven Half & 10K offers a scenic Alaskan summer race with community vibes and local flavor.
Race Date
Jul 19, 2026
Location
Anchorage, AK
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Location
- Anchorage, Alaska
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 13.1094 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,170
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Skinny Raven Half & 10K transforms Anchorage's Park Strip into a summer celebration of running. Starting and finishing at the Rose Garden, the course takes runners along popular trails, offering glimpses of Denali and the scenic Cook Inlet. This mid-summer event, now in its fifth year, typically sees around 713 finishers, with recent editions growing to over 1,300.
The race course is predominantly paved and features a mix of trails and roads, including a section paralleling the airport. While some reviews mention rolling hills and inclines, particularly at the end, the overall consensus points to a manageable challenge. Spectators and volunteers contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, with aid stations offering Skratch and water.
Post-race, participants are rewarded with a box lunch, Double Shovel cider, and refreshments in the Rose Garden, creating a festive party finish. The event draws runners from across the country, with about 20% returning each year, highlighting its appeal as a destination race with a strong local community feel.
Race-provided description
Sunshine and Good Times! Skinny Raven Half & 10K partners with Brooks Running for a mid-summer event for everyone! Beginning and ending at the Rose Garden on the scenic Anchorage Park Strip, enjoy some of Anchorage’s most popular trails, enjoy Double Shovel Cider at the end, and you’ll be sure to have fun chasing your goals at either distance. Relax in the Rose Garden and be rewarded for hard work and chasing your goals with lunch, refreshments, massage, and a great time with your friends!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Centennial Rose Garden, Anchorage, AK, 99501
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban, Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
5 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Standout765 years running
~713 finishers a year
growing or steady
20% returning runners
5 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 32 states
winner 1:11:48
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
53°
Afternoon (High)
66°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.3"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
80%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,170 finishers actually crossed the line across 5 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
2,170
Median time
2:13:19
Latest turnout
912
States
46
Turnout by year
2021–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Skinny Raven Half & 10K?
The Skinny Raven Half & 10K is held on Sunday, July 19, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Skinny Raven Half & 10K take place?
It takes place in Anchorage, Alaska.
What distances does the Skinny Raven Half & 10K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 13.1094 Miles.
Is the Skinny Raven Half & 10K course flat and good for a PR?
The Skinny Raven Half & 10K is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the Skinny Raven Half & 10K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,170 runners who have completed the Skinny Raven Half & 10K.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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