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Chillicothe Half Marathon

Chillicothe Half Marathon

Chillicothe Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course through historic downtown and paved trails.

Race Date

Jun 6, 2026

Location

Chillicothe, OH

Standout63

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location
Chillicothe, Ohio
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 5K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
685

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Spectator SupportGreat Post RaceWell Supported

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

Chillicothe, Ohio’s first capital city, hosts a premier running event that winds through its historic downtown. The half marathon and 5K start and finish downtown, utilizing flat and fast paved trails that are ideal for setting personal bests.

This out-and-back course is designed for speed, with aid stations strategically placed along the route. Runners can expect a fully supported race, including a comfortable event shirt, a custom finisher medal, and a post-race beer from Fifty West Brewing. The event also partners with the Chillicothe Brewfest, offering a festive atmosphere and craft beer tasting for participants who purchase a combination ticket.

With a median of approximately 198 finishers and a growing field, the Chillicothe Half Marathon attracts runners from about 8 states. A loyalty rate of around 26% indicates a dedicated following for this well-supported race, now in its 4th edition.

Race-provided description

Join us for a race through historic downtown Chillicothe, Ohio’s first capital city! The Chillicothe Half Marathon & 5k will begin and end in downtown Chillicothe, just steps away from Fifty West Brewing. Enjoy the choice of a Half Marathon or 5k race distance – that takes you out from Downtown onto the flat and fast paved trails. This out-and-back style course is made for setting your next PR and will allow you access to an aid station on the 5k and multiple aid stations on the half marathon. All runners will receive a fully supported race route, super cozy event shirt, custom finisher medal, and a Fifty West Beer on the House! Purchase a combination ticket to save $15 off combined between the Brewfest and Chillicothe Half Marathon/5K When purchasing the combination ticket, you receive a shirt for the Race.  Start your morning by running either the 5K or the Half Marathon, and finish it enjoying a couple flights of Ohio’s best craft beers at Chillicothe Brewfest!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

1 N Paint St, Chillicothe, OH, 45601

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Urban

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles13.1 Miles5K

Course Map

Quality Score

Standout63
Methodology
Heritage8/20

4 years running

Size11/15

~198 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty20/20

26% returning runners

Course & details8/15

5 timing sources · 6 photos

National draw5/10

runners from 8 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:09:05

Weather0/10

typical high 80°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

61°

Afternoon (High)

80°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.2"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

70%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 685 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

685

Median time

2:11:32

Latest turnout

198

States

16

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:05p50 median ≈ 2:003:45

Turnout by year

20222025

'22'23'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Chillicothe Half Marathon?

The Chillicothe Half Marathon is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the Chillicothe Half Marathon take place?

It takes place in Chillicothe, Ohio.

What distances does the Chillicothe Half Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 5K.

Is the Chillicothe Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The Chillicothe Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Chillicothe Half Marathon?

HalfRuns has finish records for 685 runners who have completed the Chillicothe Half Marathon.

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