
Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Johnstown, OH, with entry fees from $5 to $139.99.
From the Organizer
Join USA Race Timing & Event Management for a festive celebration at the Halfway to the Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k, and Kids Fun Run! Embrace the holiday spirit early with jolly decorations, cheerful music, and fun-themed surprises while racing along scenic courses. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just enjoying the festive vibes, this event promises holiday cheer and fitness fun for all ages. Don your best holiday attire, and don’t miss the chance to celebrate halfway to the most wonderful time of the year! Whether you are celebrating Christmas in July, Hanukkah in July, Kwanzaa in July or halfway to any other holiday come out and join us!
Participants will receive their choice and color of a santa hat or elf hat (approximately 15 hat options to choose from during packet pickup) or tutu (your choice from 9 different colors) or race shirt as well as a custom race bib, finishers medal, ice cream or popsicle at the finish line, chip timed race, instant results, snacks, refreshments, ice cold towel at the finish line AND MORE!!
Race Start Times:
Marathon - 6:30am
Half Marathon - 7:30am
Kids Fun Run - 8:15am
Quarter Marathon & 5k - 8:30am
***If it is going to be really hot and humid, we can start small groups of runners in the half and quarter marathons early...IF you are nice to Samta!!!***
Timing will end and the course will close at 12:00pm (5.5 hours for the marathon, 4.5 hours for the half marathon and 3.5 hours for all other races).
Parking Information:
Parking is available at the event location and if that parking lot fills up there are two adjacent parking lots.
There is also street parking available all around the park. However, please make sure to check signs to ensure you are legally parked. At any parking area please do not park in the grass; only in gravel/paved areas.
For more information on the event, please explore the Runner's Information tab above, or visit the event website at: https://www.usaracetiming.com/halfwaytotheholidays
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Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
81°
Low
64°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
4%
Wind
1 to 7 mph
Host City
Population
5,247
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,079 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run
Jul 25, 2026