
Hartness Half Marathon & 5K
Greenville, SC's Hartness Half Marathon offers a unique cross-country feel on varied terrain.
Race Date
Dec 12, 2026
Location
Greenville, SC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 618
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Hartness Half Marathon & 5K in Greenville, SC, offers a distinctive cross-country style race experience. Now in its 9th year, this event unfolds across the scenic Hartness Property, a landscape being transformed into a vibrant community hub.
Runners will navigate a diverse course featuring pavement, trails, dirt roads, gravel, and grass fields. This mixed terrain provides a unique challenge and a departure from typical road races, making it suitable for both first-time participants and seasoned elites. The event benefits Make-A-Wish South Carolina, adding a charitable element to the race day.
With a median field size of around 174 finishers and drawing participants from approximately 10 states, the Hartness Half Marathon has shown a growing trend in recent years. The race is organized in partnership with Set Up Events, aiming for a first-class racing experience for all involved.
Race-provided description
The Hartness Half Marathon & 5K presented brings a cross-country style half marathon and 5K into Greenville, SC. Held on the Hartness Property just off Pelham Road near Interstate 85, these two great 9th year events give athletes the ability to race on pavement, trails, dirt roads, gravel roads and grass fields. Both the Half Marathon and 5K showcase the beautiful Hartness property that is currently being transformed from an industrial plot to a multi-use paradise, complete with living and recreational opportunities. To learn more about Hartness Living visit their web site HERE. While being run cross-country style, all surfaces will be well kept and this event is perfect for first-timers or Elite athletes alike. “Hartness will embody the ideal hamlet ~ classic architecture, great urbanism, a pedestrian network that is celebrated over that of cars ~ inserted next to a mature nature preserve. This will form one of the next great neighborhoods in the South, providing a nurturing community for all who inhabit it.”... and we can't wait to race it!!! The Hartness Half Marathon & 5K is partnered with Set Up Events to make sure your racing experience is first-class, and will benefit Make-A-Wish South Carolina.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
500 Hartness Drive, Greenville, SC, 29615
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Park
Surface
Dirt Trail, Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick587 years running
~174 finishers a year
growing or steady
6% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 10 states
winner 1:18:50
typical high 53°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
36°
Afternoon (High)
53°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.2"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 618 finishers actually crossed the line across 7 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
618
Median time
2:03:05
Latest turnout
169
States
21
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Hartness Half Marathon & 5K?
The Hartness Half Marathon & 5K is held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Hartness Half Marathon & 5K take place?
It takes place in Greenville, South Carolina.
What distances does the Hartness Half Marathon & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Hartness Half Marathon & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Hartness Half Marathon & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Hartness Half Marathon & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 618 runners who have completed the Hartness Half Marathon & 5K.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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