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Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run

Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run

Halfway to the Holidays offers a festive early holiday celebration with multiple race distances.

Race Date

Jul 25, 2026

Location

Johnstown, OH

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Location
Johnstown, Ohio
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 6.55 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 200m, 13.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
49

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Party FinishGreat Post RaceGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

Embrace the holiday spirit early at the Halfway to the Holidays races in Johnstown, Ohio. This event transforms the course into a festive wonderland with jolly decorations and cheerful music, promising a unique celebration for runners of all ages.

Participants can choose from a marathon, half marathon, quarter marathon, 5k, or kids fun run, all designed with a festive theme. Runners are encouraged to don their best holiday attire, adding to the celebratory atmosphere. The event aims to bring holiday cheer and fitness fun, whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying the unique occasion.

This race, first held in 2025, typically sees participants from around 4 states. Runners can expect a choice of festive giveaways like hats or tutus, a custom bib, a finisher's medal, and post-race treats including ice cream or popsicles. The event is chip-timed with instant results, and parking information is readily available.

Race-provided description

Join USA Race Timing & Event Management for a festive celebration at the Halfway to the Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k, and Kids Fun Run! Embrace the holiday spirit early with jolly decorations, cheerful music, and fun-themed surprises while racing along scenic courses. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just enjoying the festive vibes, this event promises holiday cheer and fitness fun for all ages. Don your best holiday attire, and don’t miss the chance to celebrate halfway to the most wonderful time of the year! Whether you are celebrating Christmas in July, Hanukkah in July, Kwanzaa in July or halfway to any other holiday come out and join us! Participants will receive their choice and color of a santa hat or elf hat (approximately 15 hat options to choose from during packet pickup) or tutu (your choice from 9 different colors) or race shirt as well as a custom race bib, finishers medal, ice cream or popsicle at the finish line, chip timed race, instant results, snacks, refreshments, ice cold towel at the finish line AND MORE!!   Race Start Times: Marathon - 6:30am Half Marathon - 7:30am Kids Fun Run - 8:15am Quarter Marathon & 5k - 8:30am ***If it is going to be really hot and humid, we can start small groups of runners in the half and quarter marathons early...IF you are nice to Samta!!!*** Timing will end and the course will close at 12:00pm (5.5 hours for the marathon, 4.5 hours for the half marathon and 3.5 hours for all other races). Parking Information: Parking is available at the event location and if that parking lot fills up there are two adjacent parking lots. The first is between the Johnstown Mill and TAC off of Track St (short walk to the start/finish line).The second is in the gravel at the Johnstown Dog Park next to the shelter house where registration and the start/finish line is located: 100 E Douglas St, Johnstown, OH 43031. There is also street parking available all around the park however please make sure to check signs to ensure you are legally parked. At any parking area please do not park in the grass; only in gravel/paved areas.   For more information on the event, please explore the Runner's Information tab above, or visit the event website at: https://www.usaracetiming.com/halfwaytotheholidays

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

Hat, Shirt, or Tutu

Start Location

157 E Jersey St, Johnstown, OH, 43031

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Rural

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles6.55 Miles3.1 Miles200m13.1 Miles

Course Map

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size8/15

~49 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw4/10

runners from 4 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:20:19

Weather0/10

typical high 83°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

65°

Afternoon (High)

83°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 49 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

49

Median time

2:22:32

Latest turnout

49

States

3

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:20p50 median ≈ 2:203:45
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Frequently asked

When is the Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run?

The Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run is held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.

Where does the Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run take place?

It takes place in Johnstown, Ohio.

What distances does the Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 6.55 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 200m, 13.1 Miles.

Is the Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run course flat and good for a PR?

The Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run?

HalfRuns has finish records for 49 runners who have completed the Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run.

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