5TH Annual
5th Annual Halfscom Half Marathon on Bascom Hill
5th Annual Halfscom Half Marathon on Bascom Hill is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Madison, WI.
- Date
- October 31, 2026 (30 days to go)
- Location
- 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
November Project Madison will host the 5th edition of the only half marathon race held entirely on Bascom Hill on Saturday, October 31st at 8am. That's 40 laps around a 1/3-mile oval-shaped sidewalk (approximately 2,000 feet of elevation gain). There are solo and team divisions, and costumes are highly encouraged. Registration for this untimed race is free. The top-of-the-hill aid station will offer water, snacks, and moral support.
All solo finishers will receive a vintage November Project Madison buff of their choice.
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
54°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Uw Arboretum - Madison, 3 mi from the venue.
About Madison, WI
Population
275,568
as of 2023
City Elevation
871 ft
Nearest Airport
MSN
Dane County Regional Truax Field · 6 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 77 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
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30
Days to train
- Race
- 5th Annual Halfscom Half Marathon on Bascom Hill
- Date
- October 31, 2026
- Location
- 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI
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5th Annual Halfscom Half Marathon on Bascom Hill
Oct 31, 2026