
Sizzling Soles Half-marathon
The Sizzling Soles Half-marathon offers a low-key summer race on Cary's greenways.
Race Date
Jul 11, 2026
Location
Cary, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Location
- Cary, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.55 Miles, 5K, Kids in Strollers, 13.1 Miles, Exhibitor
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 459
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Sizzling Soles Half-marathon, first run in 2025, provides a low-key summer goal for runners. This event, held at Mills School Park in Cary, NC, is designed to keep participants active and prepare them for the fall racing season.
The course begins on a school track before venturing onto local greenways, with half-marathoners completing the route twice. While one review noted the course was not USTAF certified, another highlighted the effective staggered start system used to manage crowding on the greenway. Runners can expect a warm race day, with typical temperatures ranging from 72–88°F.
Finishing the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon earns participants a medal and a drawstring bag. For those seeking an extended challenge, the "Summer Series 26.2" offers a unique opportunity to combine finish times from both Sizzling Soles and Summers Done 13.1 races for a virtual marathon completion.
Race-provided description
Course Records - Mills School Park & Cary Greenways Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code! 5K - Male: Z. Knight - 17:10 (2025) 5K - Female: M. Sullivan - 23:29 (2025) 6.55 Mile - Male: I. Whisnant - 47:11 (2025) 6.55 Mile - Female: E. Looney - 52:45 (2025) 13.1 - Male: N. Frye - 1:21:27 (2024) 13.1 - Female: A. Bristle - 1:39:06 (2025) RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL! Fit & Able is proud to introduce the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon at Mills School Park! If you're looking for a low-key race to keep you active over the summer, give you a goal to train for, and get you ready for the fall race season this is the race for you! IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION COURSE MAPS EXHIBITOR INFORMATION SPECTATOR INFORMATION Every runner chases the dream of running a marathon. The marathon presents a challenge that requires hard work, determination, and focus; and when achieved, it provides great satisfaction and joy. BUT have you ever wanted to run a marathon without having to actually run a marathon? With the Summer Series 26.2 you can do just that when you sign up for both 13.1 races at the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon and Summers Done 13.1. Complete both races and we will combine your finish times to give you a 26.2 finish time with a extra set of awards! PLUS you can save 10% on each race when you sign up for both together using the Summer Series 26.2 Bundle! * You can find the bundle under the main event cards above (click View All Events). OR, how about an ultra-marathon? Complete all five Fit & Able 13.1 races - a combined total of 65.5 miles! - and again we will combine your finish times for yet another extra set of awards! * FOR YOUR SAFETY: Please review this information on HYDRATION and HEAT DISORDERS and ensure you have adequately trained for your chosen race distance under these specific climate conditions. This is a summer event in North Carolina. You can find historical climate data for race day in Cary, NC here: https://weatherspark.com/y/20147/Average-Weather-in-Cary-North-Carolina-United-States-Year-Round All races will have a staggered start beginning at 7:00 AM (in order of distance) and the course closes for all races at 10:00 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at info@fitandable.net. WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH SIZZLING SOLES REGISTRATION:
IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 6.55 Mile, and 13.1 race options
Sizzling Soles finishers medal and gift included for all 5K, 6.55 Mile, and 13.1 participants (guaranteed if signed up by June 28th). Shirts available for purchase separately.
Over $8,500 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male / Female), Age Group (Top 3 Male / Female), Picking Up the Pace, and New Course Record awards
Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below
Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series
If you are interested in sponsoring the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon please email Info@FitandAble.net for more information! We can't wait to see you at the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
425 Mills Park Dr. (Mills School Park), Cary, NC, 27519
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved, Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
5 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick413 years running
~338 finishers a year
growing or steady
5% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 13 states
winner 1:25:13
typical high 88°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
72°
Afternoon (High)
88°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.3"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
81%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 459 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
459
Median time
2:26:06
Latest turnout
174
States
19
Turnout by year
2023–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon?
The Sizzling Soles Half-marathon is held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon take place?
It takes place in Cary, North Carolina.
What distances does the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.55 Miles, 5K, Kids in Strollers, 13.1 Miles, Exhibitor.
Is the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Sizzling Soles Half-marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 459 runners who have completed the Sizzling Soles Half-marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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