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Welcome to Corpus Christi’s 23rd annual Harbor Half Marathon

Date
November 7, 2026
Distance
Half Marathon · Half Marathon Relay · 4-Mile

From the Organizer


T-shirt/finisher medals are not guaranteed for those who register after October 1, 2026

Welcome to Corpus Christi’s 23rd annual Harbor Half Marathon

Harbor Half—growing from just 200 runners to drawing over 1,000 participants annually, along with 150+ dedicated volunteers who ensure a seamless experience. On November 7, 2026 the Harbor Half Marathon will make history by featuring a route over the newly completed Harbor Bridge in Corpus Christi.  As the tallest structure in South Texas and the longest cable-stayed bridge in the United States, this architectural marvel offers unparalleled visibility for sponsors.  Runners from across Texas and beyond will be drawn to the breathtaking coastal course, which winds through two counties.  

No strollers allowed except those specifically designed for Wings of Texas.  No pets allowed on the course.

Events fees: no refunds!
Half Marathon
$75 Before July 18, 2025
$85 – Starting July 19, 2025
$110 – After September 16, 2025

Team Relay:
$70 per runner – Before July 18, 2025
$80 per runner –  Starting July 19, 2025
$90 per runner  – After September 16, 2025

4-Mile
$55 - Before July 18, 2025
$65 –  Starting July 19, 2025
$90  – After September 17, 2025

Packet Pick-up:  
Friday, November 6, 2026
12:00 noon – 6:30 p.m.

Note:  Packet picket up is available morning of but remember you will need to pick up your bib (which includes your chip)  Get there early.  Allow yourself time for traffic due to construction in that area and lines to pick up your packet. Only pick up your packet on morning of if you are not able to at packet pick times.

Brewster Street Icehouse
1724 N Tancahua St. 
Corpus Christi, TX  78401

Distances & Pricing

Half Marathon7:30 AMRegister →
Half Marathon Relay7:30 AMRegister →
4-Mile7:30 AMRegister →

Race Location

About This Sport

From Endurance Grid's Founder

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.

Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.

The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.

How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Welcome to Corpus Christi’s 23rd annual Harbor Half Marathon?
Welcome to Corpus Christi’s 23rd annual Harbor Half Marathon is a running event held in Corpus Christi, TX. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Welcome to Corpus Christi’s 23rd annual Harbor Half Marathon?
Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Corpus Christi, TX at Whataburger Field, Corpus Christi, TX. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Welcome to Corpus Christi’s 23rd annual Harbor Half Marathon?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Welcome to Corpus Christi’s 23rd annual Harbor Half Marathon

Nov 7, 2026

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