Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
Cody, Wyoming hosts a small-town half marathon with big-time fun and scenic mountain views.
Race Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Cody, WY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location
- Cody, Wyoming
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 447
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon offers a unique running experience in the heart of Wyoming. This race, now in its 10th year, winds through downtown Cody, providing a charming small-town atmosphere with the promise of big-time fun.
Runners can expect a chip-timed course suitable for both running and walking, with cash prizes for top finishers. The event is designed to be more than just a race, encouraging participants to make new friends and enjoy the scenic surroundings. The typical race-day weather in Cody offers pleasant conditions for participants.
All participants receive a T-shirt, and custom finisher medals are awarded. The post-race celebration includes free beer and beverages for those 21 and over, along with an after-party. Age group awards recognize achievements across various categories, making it a well-rounded event for the local community and visiting runners.
Race-provided description
Come experience beautiful and wild, Cody Wyoming! Join us for the 10th annual Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K in downtown Cody. This is a small town run with big time fun! This isn't your typical road race - come to race, or just to walk, but have some fun and make new friends along the way... A fun and challenging chip timed course for runners and walkersCash prizes for overall male and female finishersFree beer and beverages at the finish line for all participants (21+ for beer)T-Shirts for all participantsAge group awardsCustom BBCR finisher medalAn after party you won't want to miss! Packet Pick-up will be Friday, September 18th, 4-6pm at City Park near the bandshell. Shirts and/or correct sizes will NOT be guaranteed on race day for those who register after 8/19/26. If you are registered yet unable to attend, a 50% refund is available if you notify the race director by 7/15/26. For more information email Janie - info@runcodywy.com.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
908 Sheridan Ave, Cody, WY, 82414
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Mountain, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout629 years running
~50 finishers a year
small race — neutral
14% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 10 states
winner 1:31:46
typical high 69°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
69°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
59%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 447 finishers actually crossed the line across 9 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
447
Median time
2:17:00
Latest turnout
50
States
36
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K?
The Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K take place?
It takes place in Cody, Wyoming.
What distances does the Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles.
Is the Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 447 runners who have completed the Buffalo Bill Cody Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K.
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