2026 Donot Stop Half Marathon - Oklahoma City
The 2026 Donot Stop Half Marathon takes place on May 3, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with the central hub located at Wheeler Park, 1120 S Western Ave. Participants can expect typical early May weather in Oklahoma City, which often features mild to warm temperatures and a possibility of spring breezes or light showers. This road running event offers a variety of distances on flat, paved surfaces, providing a fast course suitable for those aiming for personal records or families looking for a community atmosphere.
What distances are available for this event?
- →5k: A short loop starting from Wheeler Park using adjacent streets and park roads. Mapmyrun ↗
- →10k: A longer loop extension of the 5k course. Mapmyrun ↗
- →Half Marathon: A double out-and-back style course on a main corridor. Mapmyrun ↗
- →1-Mile Run: An untimed, family-friendly short loop around or near Wheeler Park.
- →Kid’s Dash: A very short, untimed dash for children ages 10 and under on a closed-off section of the park.
- →Virtual Event: A road-oriented option where participants choose their own paved route and upload results.
What is the race day schedule?
- →6:30 am – 7:45 am: Packet pickup at the Registration tent near the start area.
- →7:55 am: Kid’s Dash start.
- →8:00 am: National Anthem followed by the start of the 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon.
What kind of terrain can runners expect?
The event is a road race held on paved surfaces, including typical city-park roads and sidewalks. The route is designed to be mostly flat, making it an ideal course for pacing and chasing personal bests.
Are there awards for the races?
- →5k, 10k, and Half Marathon: These are chip-timed races with awards for overall winners, masters, and age groups.
- →1-Mile, Kid’s Dash, and Virtual Event: These are untimed and are not eligible for age-group awards.
What amenities are provided at the finish line?
- →Chip-timed awards presented at the Registration tent.
- →Free event photos.
- →Free donuts for finishers.
How does the Half Marathon course function?
The Half Marathon utilizes a "double out & back" style. Runners head out along a main corridor, turn around, and re-trace most of the route back to the finish at Wheeler Park. This layout is designed to allow volunteers and servers to support both the outbound and return legs of the race.