Greenville Half Marathon & 5K
Greenville's net-downhill half marathon finishes downtown with Swamp Rabbit Trail charm.
Race Date
Feb 27, 2027
Location
Greenville, SC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, February 27, 2027
- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.11 Miles
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 15,295
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Greenville Half Marathon & 5K has become a beloved fixture, first run in 2012 and now celebrating its 15th year in 2027. This event draws participants from approximately 43 states, with a median field size of nearly 5,000 finishers and a growing trend in recent years. A notable 22% of participants return, highlighting the race's strong loyalty.
The half marathon begins in Travelers Rest, SC, offering a net-downhill course that leads runners towards the heart of Greenville. The 5K shares the same exciting finish line, starting at the Swamp Rabbit Cafe and utilizing the scenic Swamp Rabbit Trail. Both races culminate on the TD Stage at the Peace Center in downtown Greenville, providing a memorable conclusion.
Runners can expect typical race-day temperatures between 43–62°F, making for potentially pleasant running conditions. The event offers a T-shirt as a giveaway, and the course is USATF certified, with a net drop that favors fast times.
Race-provided description
VISIT THE OFFICIAL RACE WEB SITE FOR ALL DETAILS - www.SwampRabbitRace.com The Greenville Half Marathon & 5K is a net downhill half marathon and 5K run. The half marathon starts in Travelers Rest, SC and ends on the TD Stage at the Peace Center in downtown Greenville, SC. The 5K starts at the Swamp Rabbit Cafe and follows the Swamp Rabbit Trail to the same finish line on the TD Stage at the Peace Center. 2027 marks the 15th running of the this great event.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, February 27, 2027
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
300 S. Main Street, Greenville, SC, 29601
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
SC17041DW · Race 13.1 Greenville Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Runner Favorite939 years running
~4,913 finishers a year
growing or steady
22% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources
runners from 43 states
winner 1:01:15
typical high 62°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
62°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 15,295 finishers actually crossed the line across 9 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
15,295
Median time
1:59:30
Latest turnout
2,707
States
49
Turnout by year
2019–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Greenville Half Marathon & 5K?
The Greenville Half Marathon & 5K is held on Saturday, February 27, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Greenville Half Marathon & 5K take place?
It takes place in Greenville, South Carolina.
What distances does the Greenville Half Marathon & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.11 Miles.
Is the Greenville Half Marathon & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Greenville Half Marathon & 5K is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Greenville Half Marathon & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 15,295 runners who have completed the Greenville Half Marathon & 5K.
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