Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon
The Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course with a festive atmosphere in Hampton, Virginia.
Race Date
Oct 4, 2026
Location
Hampton, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Location
- Hampton, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 18,061
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Sentara Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon Weekend in Hampton, Virginia, has become a beloved autumn tradition since its first running in 2012. Now in its 12th edition, the event draws approximately 1082 finishers, with runners traveling from around 22 states, highlighting its growing appeal.
Runners consistently praise the race for its well-organized production and lively atmosphere. The course is noted for being super flat, with only a couple of slight inclines, making it a potential PR course. A portion of the route offers scenic views along the water, adding to the experience. The event also includes a 5K, Kids Mile, and a challenge, catering to a wider range of participants.
The post-race celebration is a major draw, featuring live music, ample food, and a selection of beers from multiple breweries, creating a true party finish. With a repeat-runner rate of about 26%, the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon clearly offers a rewarding race-day experience that keeps participants coming back.
Race-provided description
The Sentara Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon Weekend presented will take place October 3-4, 2026 in Hampton, Virginia. Race Weekend includes a half marathon, 5K, Kids 1 Mile, challenge, and a post-race celebration.
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.01 m
Separation
0.5%
USATF Certified Course
VA22023RT
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8212 years running
~1,082 finishers a year
growing or steady
26% returning runners
USATF certified
runners from 22 states
winner 1:09:47
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
75°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 18,061 finishers actually crossed the line across 12 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
18,061
Median time
2:21:18
Latest turnout
1,082
States
48
Turnout by year
2016–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
The Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon is held on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Where does the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Hampton, Virginia.
What distances does the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon 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 Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 18,061 runners who have completed the Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon.
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