2026 Half Marathon Unplugged

The 2026 Half Marathon Unplugged will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Burlington, Vermont, United States. The event starts at Airport Park in Colchester and finishes at Switchback Brewing Co. in Burlington. The course offers a scenic route along the Burlington bike path, overlooking the Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain. Weather conditions for the date are expected to be mild, with temperatures ranging between 45°F and 55°F and a north wind that may contribute to fast race times. Participants can expect a well-organized road race with a focus on community, recovery, and post-race celebration.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon (solo)
• →2-person relay
• →Virtual

What are the start times for the event?

• →9 AM
• →11 AM

What is included in the registration?

• →Chip timing with net time results
• →Finish festival with food trucks
• →Switchback beer (including non-alcoholic option)
• →Cold plunges, hot tubs, saunas, and swim spas
• →Exhibitors including VASTA Performance Training and Physical Therapy, Altra, and Allen Pools & Spas
• →Professional photos from Flashframe
• →Medal for finishers
• →Technical race shirt and Thuja Outdoor Clothing hoodies available for purchase

What are the course details?

• →The course starts at Airport Park in Colchester
• →The first 4+ miles run through Colchester streets
• →Transition to the Burlington bike path at Delta Park for 7+ miles
• →The finish line is at Switchback Brewing Co. in Burlington
• →The course overlooks the Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain
• →No major hills, with a north wind potentially making the course very fast

What is the course map?

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What logistics are provided for participants?

• →Bus transportation is provided to the start from 1 Main Street, Burlington
• →Bus transportation is also provided between 1 Main Street and the finish during and after the race

Are there any recovery facilities at the event?

• →Cold plunges, hot tubs, saunas, and swim spas are available via Allen Pools & Spas

What amenities are available at the finish line?

• →Food trucks including Switchback, Green Mountain Nutritions & Smoothies, and Pizza 44
• →Access to beer, including non-alcoholic options
• →Exhibitors and professional photography
• →Medals for finishers
• →Technical race shirts and Thuja Outdoor Clothing hoodies available for purchase

What is the weather outlook for the event date?

• →Expected temperatures between 45°F and 55°F
• →A north wind may contribute to fast race times
• →Conditions are expected to be mild and favorable for running

What is the event format?

• →Road race
• →Includes solo, relay, and virtual participation options
• →Provides chip timing with net time results
• →Features a post-race festival with food, drinks, and recovery activities