You can run Kentucky half-marathon events in Bowling Green, Frankfort, Hopkinsville, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Midway, Nashville, Paducah, Pikeville, Shepherdsville, Somerset, and Versailles.
Kentucky Half Marathon Calendar
Browse all Kentucky Half Marathons in 2025 and 2026 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.
We dedicate hours every month searching for races to include in the Kentucky Half Marathons calendar. If you happen to see any half marathon not included, contact us at [email protected] to submit your race.
Filter Kentucky Half Marathons
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Difficulty
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Filter Kentucky Half Marathons
Race Size
Difficulty
Scenery
Type
Perfect For
Distances
January 18, 2026
1-100 runners
Louisville, Kentucky
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Road
February 14, 2026
100-500 runners
Green Turtle Cay, Kentucky
- 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
March 27, 2026
1-100 runners
Bowling Green, Kentucky
- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
March 28, 2026
500-1000 runners
Owensboro, Kentucky
- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
April 11, 2026
500-1000 runners
Lexington, Kentucky
- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
April 17, 2026
1-100 runners
Columbus, Kentucky
- Half Marathon, Marathon, Trail
April 19, 2026
1-100 runners
Pikeville, Kentucky
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
April 25, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
Louisville, Kentucky
- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
May 9, 2026
100-500 runners
Paducah, Kentucky
- 5k, Half Marathon, Road
May 16, 2026
100-500 runners
Louisville, Kentucky
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
May 16, 2026
1-100 runners
Lexington, Kentucky
- Half Marathon, Road
August 22, 2026
100-500 runners
Nancy, Kentucky
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Trail
October 3, 2026
1-100 runners
Louisville, Kentucky
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Road
October 3, 2026
100-500 runners
Slade, Kentucky
- Half Marathon, Trail
October 11, 2026
100-500 runners
Midway, Kentucky
- Half Marathon, Road
November 1, 2026
100-500 runners
Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
November 15, 2026
500-1000 runners
Slade, Kentucky
- 10K, 5k, Half Marathon, Marathon, Trail
Running in Kentucky
FAQ
What are the most popular Kentucky half marathons?
The most popular Kentucky half marathon is the Urban Bourbon Half Marathon with 2,205 finishers in 2023. Followed by the Kentucky Derby Mini-Marathon with 1,073 finishers.
What are the best Kentucky half marathons for beginners in 2024?
When it comes to the best Kentucky half marathons for beginners we recommend:
The Urban Bourbon Half Marathon: Because of its large running community (and crowds) as well as its electric finish line atmosphere.
The Kentucky Derby Mini-Marathon: For its course running through the historic Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby.
Hatfield McCoy Half Marathon: Despite it’s tough course is often ranked one of the Most Fun Races, Must Have Medals, and Best Medals by many reviewers.
Which Kentucky cities have half marathons?
