Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln
Lincoln's Heatwave Half offers a summer race day with cool treats and family fun.
Race Date
Aug 1, 2026
Location
Lincoln, NE
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Location
- Lincoln, Nebraska
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Heatwave Half Marathon in Lincoln, Nebraska, promises a classic summer race experience. This event, held under typical warm conditions, offers a chance to run a fast, flat course through the city.
Runners can expect a well-organized race with chip timing and live results. The focus here is on family fun, with various distances including a 5K and 10K, and even a kids' dash. The post-race atmosphere is designed to be a cool-down celebration, featuring free ice cream to combat the summer heat.
Swag includes a designer shirt and a custom medal, with early registration recommended to guarantee your shirt. For those who can't make it in person, a virtual race option is available, allowing participants to earn the same fun gear from anywhere.
Race-provided description
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K! A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family. The fun includes – Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosFREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool offPlenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one! Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17! Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!) Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Tank Top
Start Location
Holmes Lake Park, Lincoln, NE, 68506
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 6 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 87°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
69°
Afternoon (High)
87°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln is held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln take place?
It takes place in Lincoln, Nebraska.
What distances does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race.
Is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln course flat and good for a PR?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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