The 2026 Scranton Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 11, at PenFed Credit Union Field at Memorial Stadium in Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA. The event, now in its 13th annual edition, offers a mixed-terrain course that primarily consists of roads and blacktop surfaces, with a small section of crushed stone trails providing a unique challenge late in the race. Participants can expect a well-organized route that winds through the city, starting and finishing at the stadium. On April 11, the weather in Scranton is forecasted to be mild, with temperatures ranging from 45°F to 55°F and partly cloudy conditions, making for ideal running conditions. The event includes multiple race options, from 5Ks to half marathons, with a variety of categories and distances to accommodate runners of all levels.
What distances are available for this event?
→5K Run starting at 3:00 PM on Saturday, April 11
→Half Marathon Run starting at 8:00 AM on Sunday, April 11
→Half Marathon Walk starting at 6:45 AM on Sunday, April 11
→Run/Walk Category starting at 8:00 AM on Sunday, April 11
→Kids Fun Run with a ¼ mile and ½ mile option
→Virtual Half Marathon that can be completed between April 11 and April 12
What categories are available for the event?
→Half Marathon Run – timed, starts at 8:00 AM
→Half Marathon Walk – chip timed, starts at 6:45 AM; walk-only (no running permitted)
→Run/Walk Category – starts with runners at 8:00 AM, timed as a runner
→5K Run – Saturday, April 11 at 3:00 PM
→Doherty Double – 5K (Saturday) + Half Marathon (Sunday) combined; run only, walkers not eligible
→Virtual Half Marathon – run or walk between April 11–12
What are the cutoff times for the event?
→Half Marathon: Participants must reach North Washington Ave. & Olive Street intersection (~8.3 miles) by 10:30 AM
→Runners: 18:00 min/mile pace; Walkers: 28:00 min/mile pace
→5K: 50-minute cutoff (~16:00 min/mile pace)
What is included in race registration?
→Access to the Race Expo
→Race bib and participant shirt
→Chip timing for timed events
→Participation in the event, including access to aid stations
→Eligibility for awards and prizes (for in-person participants)
What are the event schedules for each race?
→5K Run: Saturday, April 11 at 3:00 PM
→Half Marathon Walk: Sunday, April 12 at 6:45 AM
→Half Marathon Run: Sunday, April 12 at 8:00 AM
→Kids Fun Run: ~8:30 AM on Sunday, April 12
What are the rules for the Half Marathon Walk?
→The Half Marathon Walk is chip timed and starts at 6:45 AM
→Walkers must not run at any point during the race
→Aid stations begin at mile 7.5
What is the Doherty Double?
→The Doherty Double is a combination of the 5K (Saturday) and Half Marathon (Sunday)
→It is only available for runners, not walkers
→Participants must complete both races in a single weekend
What is the Virtual Half Marathon?
→The Virtual Half Marathon is available to run or walk between April 11 and April 12
→Participants must submit their time to scrantonhalfresults@gmail.com
→Virtual participants are not eligible for age group awards or cash prizes
→Virtual swag for out-of-area participants will be mailed during the week of April 13, 2026
When can participants pick up their race bibs and shirts?
→Friday, April 10: Race Expo, 5–7 PM (also virtual swag pickup until 8 PM)
→Saturday, April 11: Race Expo, 11 AM–5 PM
→Race Day (Sunday): Memorial Stadium, 6:00–7:30 AM
What is the Race Expo?
→The Race Expo is held at Scranton Running Company, 3 West Olive Street, Scranton, PA 18508
→It is open on Friday, April 10, from 5–7 PM and on Saturday, April 11, from 11 AM–5 PM
What is the course like for the 2026 Scranton Half Marathon?
→The course is predominantly on roads and blacktop surfaces
→A small section of crushed stone trails is included, offering a brief change of surface late in the race
→The course starts and finishes at PenFed Credit Union Field at Memorial Stadium
→The Scranton Half Marathon has donated over $450,000 across its first eleven years to the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority for city beautification and safety
Are there any restrictions on virtual participants?
→Virtual participants are not eligible for age group awards or cash prizes
→Virtual participants cannot transfer to the in-person event
→Virtual swag for out-of-area participants will be mailed during the week of April 13, 2026
