Virginia Half Marathons by Date
Browse all Virginia half marathons in 2024 by month and by city below.
For each race, you’ll find the history of the half marathon and the course, the most recent year’s course maps, elevation profiles, runner reviews, pricing, and how to sign up. When you view a race, you might also find contact info if you’re having problems with your registration or need to contact the race directors.
We dedicated dozens of hours every month searching for races to include in the Virginia half marathons calendar.
If you happen to see any half marathon not included, contact us at info@halfmarathons.net to submit your race.
Looking for the best Virginia half marathon for you? Beneath the Virginia half marathon calendar we’ve provided answers to frequently asked questions.
Upcoming 2024 Virginia Half Marathons
March 2024
Sat Mar 2 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sun Mar 3 | Newport News One City Marathon & Half Marathon | Newport News VA |
Sat Mar 9 | River City Half and River City 5k | Richmond VA |
Sun Mar 17 | Shamrock Marathon & Half Marathon | Virginia Beach VA |
Sun Mar 24 | Virginia Marathon 19.7M Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Middleburg VA |
Thu Mar 28 | Appalachian Series – Day 7 Marathon & Half Marathon | Bluefield VA |
April 2024
Sat Apr 6 | Charlottesville Marathon Half Marathon & 8k | Charlottesville VA |
Sat Apr 6 | Petersburg Half Marathon & 5k | Petersburg V |
Sat Apr 6 | Sheetz to Sheetz Trail Run | King George VA |
Sat Apr 6 | Union Half Marathon and Relay | Big Stone Gap VA |
Sun Apr 7 | Racin' Around the Lake Half 10k & 5k | Fairfax Station VA |
Sat Apr 13 | Bridge 2 Bridge Danville Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Danville VA |
Sat Apr 20 | Blue Ridge 52.4M Marathon Half Marathon & 10k | Roanoke VA |
Sun Apr 21 | Runners Half Marathon & 5k of Reston | Reston VA |
Sun Apr 21 | Tidewater Striders Spring Marathon and Half Marathon | Chesapeake VA |
Sat Apr 27 | Park to Park Half Marathon | Waynesboro VA |
Sat Apr 27 | Spring Run Challenge Half Marathon & 5k | Martinsville VA |
Sat Apr 27 | Spring Third Winchester Battlefield 5k 10k & 5k | Winchester VA |
May 2024
Sat May 4 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sat May 4 | Trail Nut 10k and Half Marathon | Bedford VA |
Sun May 5 | Grayson Highlands Half Marathon | Grayson Highlands State Park VA |
Sat May 11 | Spring Burke Lake 5k 10k & Half | Fairfax Station VA |
Sat May 18 | Virginia Wine Country Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Leesburg VA |
Sun May 19 | Fountainhead Half Marathon and 10k Trail Run | Fairfax Station VA |
Sun May 19 | Marine Corps Historic Half | Fredericksburg VA |
Sat May 25 | Spring Memorial Half 10k & 5k | Springfield VA |
June 2024
Sat Jun 1 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sun Jun 2 | Taskinas Creek Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sat Jun 8 | Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Covington VA |
Sat Jun 22 | Night Train 50k & Half Marathon | Farmville VA |
Sat Jun 22 | Run for the Wounded Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Triangle VA |
July 2024
Sat Jul 6 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sun Jul 7 | Summer Forest Half 10k & 5k | Triangle VA |
Sun Jul 21 | Freedom Fighters 5k 10k & Half | Triangle VA |
August 2024
Sat Aug 3 | 3H Trail Half Marathon | King George VA |
Sat Aug 3 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sun Aug 25 | Winchester Battlefield 5k 10k & Half | Winchester VA |
September 2024
Sat Sep 7 | Odyssey Trail Running Rampage 50k Marathon Half Marathon & 6M | Douthat State Park VA |
Sat Sep 7 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sat Sep 14 | Shenandoah Half Marathon | Luray VA |
Sun Sep 15 | Valley View Hard Cider Challenge Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Delaplane VA |
Sun Sep 22 | Race to End Veteran Suicide Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Fredericksburg VA |
October 2024
November 2024
Sat Nov 2 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sat Nov 2 | Shenandoah River Half 10k & 5k | Bentonville VA |
Sun Nov 10 | Cross Country Trail Marathon & Half Marathon | Springfield VA |
Sat Nov 16 | Richmond Marathon Half Marathon & 8K | Richmond VA |
Sun Nov 24 | Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon | Norfolk VA |
Sat Nov 30 | Ugly Sweater Dash Half 10k & 5k | Fairfax Station VA |
TBD Nov | Battlefield Half Marathon and Relays | Winchester VA |
TBD Nov | Star City Half Marathon & 10k | Roanoke VA |
TBD Nov | Run for the Wounded Race Half Marathon 10k & 5k | Triangle VA |
December 2024
Sat Dec 7 | Freight Train 100k 50k & Half Marathon | Farmville VA |
Sat Dec 7 | Winter Lake Anna Half 10k & 5k | Spotsylvania VA |
Sat Dec 14 | Pocahontas Half 10k & 5k | Chesterfield VA |
TBD Dec | Fredericksburg Blue and Gray Half Marathon | Fredericksburg VA |
TBD Dec | Rivanna Greenbelt Marathon & Half Marathon | Charlottesville VA |
TBD Dec | Holiday Half Marathon & 4M | Annandale VA |
2025 Virginia Half Marathons
January 2025
TBD Jan | Chills in the Mill – Harwoods Half & 5k | Yorktown VA |
TBD Jan | Sandman Half Marathon & 5k | Wytheville VA |
TBD Jan | Winter Burke Lake Half 10k & 5k | Fairfax Station VA |
February 2024
Sat Feb 3 | ICY-8 Hour Adventure Trail Run & Half Marathon | Spotsylvania VA |
Sat Feb 3 | Pirate 5k 10k & Half Marathon | Williamsburg VA |
Sun Feb 11 | Lovers Half 10k & 5k | Fairfax Station VA |
Sat Feb 17 | Colonial Half Marathon & 5k | Williamsburg VA |
Sat Feb 17 | Dahlgren Trail Half Marathon | King George VA |
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia Half Marathons
What are the most popular Virginia half marathons?
The most popular Virginia half marathons are the Richmond Half Marathon with 7,336 finishers in 2023. Followed by the Yuengling Shamrock Half Marathon in Virginia Beach with 5,226 finishers in 2023.
What are the best Virginia half marathons for beginners in 2024?
The Virginia half marathons that we recommend most frequently for beginners are the:
- The Richmond Half Marathon: Known as the Friendliest Marathon in the United States, a course that takes runners through the scenic and historic neighborhoods of Richmond and the James River. The course experience is full of live music, spirit groups, and party zones.
- Yuengling Shamrock Marathon: A flat, fast, and scenic course with a finish line overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. A ton of crowd support and a fun finisher experience!
What’s the best month to run a half marathon in Virginia?
October is the most popular month to run a half marathon in Virginia.
What are the most popular cities to run Virginia half marathons?
Fairfax Station is the most popular city to run a half marathon in Virginia.