Hoppy Half Marathon, Relay, 10k & 5k
Hoppy Half Marathon, Relay, 10k & 5k is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Beatrice, NE, with entry fees from $35 to $90.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
- Location
- 301 Court St, Beatrice, NE
- Price
- $35–$90
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
7th Annual Hoppy Half Marathon, Half Relay (2-3 person teams- must provide transportation) 10K or 5K takes place on Saturday September 26, 2026 @ 8:00 AM on the scenic Chief Standing Bear Trail in Beatrice, NE. Route is out & back on fast flat mostly crushed limestone trail with some paved trail. Friendly leashed dogs are allowed. 1st & 2nd in Age group awards (10-year divisions in 5k, 10k & 1/2 solo) 1st, 2nd 3rd team awards (combined 2/3 person) Virtual race option available.
Your race entry includes awesome swag of a long sleeve soft blend shirt, custom medal, bib timing, post-race refreshments, 1 free beverage & entry into Oktoberfest. Must Register by September 16 to be guaranteed a shirt on race day. Late & Race Day registration accepted and will receive a shirt at later date. This is a fundraiser donating proceeds to the maintenance & sustainability of Chief Standing Bear trail which is maintained by a non-profit entity. The race takes place in conjunction with Oktoberfest at Stone Hollow Brewing Co which includes food vendors, a stein contest & live music!
Race time frames:
Register by 9/16/26 to be guaranteed shirt
- 9/26/26 Packet pick up/race day registration 7:00 AM
- All races start 8:00 AM
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
76°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beatrice 1n, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Beatrice, NE
Population
12,233
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,293 ft
Nearest Airport
LNK
Lincoln Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
OMA
Eppley Airfield · 84 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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65
Days to train
- Race
- Hoppy Half Marathon, Relay, 10k & 5k
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 301 Court St, Beatrice, NE
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Hoppy Half Marathon, Relay, 10k & 5k
Sep 26, 2026