Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler
Run a flat, scenic half marathon along Lake Erie, catching the sunrise.
Race Date
Jun 14, 2026
Location
Painesville, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, June 14, 2026
- Location
- Painesville, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles, 2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Lighthouse Half Marathon offers a refreshing lakeside experience, beginning and ending near Lake Erie in Fairport Harbor. Runners can expect a flat, scenic course that winds through Lake Metroparks Painesville Township Park.
The highlight for many is the opportunity to witness a beautiful sunrise over Lake Erie during the race, adding a unique visual element to the run. This event is designed to be a fast and enjoyable race, with its straightforward course profile.
Participants receive a finisher medal and a beach towel, making for memorable race swag. The event also includes a 2-person relay option and a 2-miler, catering to a variety of runners.
Race-provided description
Lighthouse Half Marathon-Relay-2 Miler – June 14, 2026 Location: Fairport Memorial Park Start Time: 7:00 AM (Half Marathon & Relay) 7:30 AM (2 Miler) The Lighthouse Half Marathon begins and ends just a block from Lake Erie in Fairport Harbor. This flat, scenic lakeside course offers stunning views as runners make their way through Lake Metroparks Painesville Township Park, with the added bonus of watching the sun rise beautifully over Lake Erie during the run. - Registration includes a finisher medal and beach towel. - Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Saturday, June 13th from 11:00am - 4:00pm. - Race day packet pick-up will be at Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park Beach starting at 6:00am - 6:45am - The Half Marathon and Relay will begin at 7:00 AM. The 2 Miler Run/Walk will begin at 7:30 am.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Beach Towel
Start Location
301 Third St, Painesville, OH, 44077
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 3 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
61°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler?
The Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler is held on Sunday, June 14, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler take place?
It takes place in Painesville, Ohio.
What distances does the Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles, 2 Miles.
Is the Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler course flat and good for a PR?
The Lighthouse Half Marathon, 2-Person Relay, & 2 Miler is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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