2026 Hub City Half Marathon

The 2026 Hub City Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Hagerstown, Maryland, with the start and finish line located at Meritus Stadium, home of the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars. The event is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM EDT, with the course open until 12:00 PM EDT. On the day of the event, Hagerstown is expected to have partly cloudy skies with a high of around 55°F and a low of 38°F, making for comfortable running conditions. Participants can expect a scenic road course that starts and finishes at Meritus Stadium, offering a mix of urban and open terrain. The event also includes a Kids Fun Run, awards ceremony, and various amenities for runners and spectators alike.

What is the event name and date?

The event is called the 2026 Hub City Half Marathon, which will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Where is the event located?

The event takes place in Hagerstown, Maryland, USA, with the primary venue being Meritus Park at 50 West Baltimore Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740. The race starts and finishes at Meritus Stadium, home of the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars.

What is the race course like?

The race course is a road course on paved surfaces, with a stadium-based start and finish. The specific route elevation or turn-by-turn description is not provided, and runners are encouraged to review the course map ↗ for the full layout.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon
• →Kids Fun Run (Untimed, ~1/4 mile)

What is the half marathon start time?

The half marathon is scheduled to start at 8:00 AM EDT, with the course open until 12:00 PM EDT.

What is the race day schedule?

• →6:30 AM – 7:45 AM: Packet Pickup at Meritus Stadium
• →7:50 AM – 8:00 AM: Pre-Race Safety Briefing
• →8:00 AM: Half Marathon Race Start
• →8:30 AM: Kids Fun Run (Untimed, ~1/4 mile on baseball field warning track)
• →11:30 AM: Awards Ceremony (Approximate)
• →11:45 AM: Race Course Cleared

How much does registration cost?

• →Early Bird Registration (Aug 15 – Oct 15): $75.00
• →Regular Registration (Oct 16 – Dec 31): $85.00
• →Late Registration (Jan 1 – Mar 28): $95.00
• →Race Day Registration: $100.00
• →Early Bird Bonus: First 10 entries receive $10 OFF
• →Kids Fun Run/Walk (Ages 12 and under): $5 (includes $1.23 fee)

What is included with registration?

Registration includes a race t-shirt, custom race bib, custom finisher medal, custom stickers, custom podium awards, a first beer or beverage free at Hagerstown Flying Boxcars Stadium, post-race after-party with food, finish line photos by Hypnotic Imagery, and finish line video and live results by Racine MultiSports.

What are the new features for 2026?

New features for 2026 include:

• →RaceJoy GPS Tracking (Apple & Android)
• →Results notifications via text message
• →Course video at the split
• →Kids Fun Run/Walk addition
• →RaceJoy App Features: Live GPS tracking for friends/family, GPS progress alerts during the race, "Send-a-Cheer" audio support from remote spectators, and virtual results submission capability

What are the awards structures?

Top finishers are awarded in overall Male and Female categories. Age Group Awards are also given to the top finishers in the following categories:

• →15 and under
• →16-19
• →20-29
• →30-39
• →40-49
• →50-59
• →60-69
• →70-79
• →80+

What is the weather forecast for the event date?

On March 29, 2026, Hagerstown is expected to have partly cloudy skies with a high of around 55°F and a low of 38°F. The weather conditions are expected to be favorable for running.