Bluegrass Half Marathon
Bluegrass Half Marathon is a running race on September 27, 2026 in Johnson City, TN, with entry fees from $45 to $55.
- Date
- September 27, 2026 (66 days to go)
- Price
- $45–$55
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
7:30 am (7:00 am early start). 16th Annual Bluegrass Half Marathon. Join us for one of the premier half marathons in the region. All races start & finish at Johnson City's Pavilion at Founders Park. Race organized by The Goose Chase & Electronic timing by We Run Events.
Events
Weather
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
77°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elizabethton, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Johnson City, TN
City Elevation
1,882 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 93 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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66
Days to train
- Race
- Bluegrass Half Marathon
- Date
- September 27, 2026
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About This Sport
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Running
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Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Johnson City than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Bluegrass Half Marathon
Sep 27, 2026