Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon is a running race on April 10, 2027 in Springfield, IL, with entry fees from $60 to $80.
- Date
- April 10, 2027 (183 days to go)
- Price
- $60–$80
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us on as runners from many states and countries take in Abraham Lincoln sites during this scenic half marathon. This USATF certified course will immerse you in Lincoln history unlike any other race!
The race starts at the Old State Capitol where Lincoln gave his famous House Divided speech. Just across the plaza from the Capitol, within the first quarter mile of the race, is the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices. This is the only building still standing where Lincoln practiced law during in his 25-year career. Not even a mile into the race, runners go back in time for two blocks, passing by the only home Abraham Lincoln ever owned. During mile nine, runners enter Oak Ridge cemetery and are able to view Lincoln's final resting place. Mile 10 takes runners through the local city park named after the 16th president. During the final mile of the race, runners will pass by historic Union Train station directly adjacent to the Abraham Lincoln Museum and Library, which is just one block from the finish line.
So much history in just 13.1 miles! Whether you are interested Lincoln history or not, we promise this race is well worth it!
Expo: 4pm – 9pm on Friday at Scheels.
Friday Packet Pickup: Packet pickup will be held at the Old State Capitol - 1 N Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701 from 4-8pm on Friday.
Race Morning Packet Pickup: Will take place at the Old State Capitol from 6:30am-7:15am. This is right near the start line. We strongly recommend getting packets the night before the race. Plus, you will get to see all the exciting new vendors!
Registration closes 7:00am on race day or when sold out. You must register from your own device, there is no paper registration.
Race start time: 7:30am
Race cut off: 3 hours 30 minutes, approximately a 16 minute pace.
*Shirts and jackets are available until inventory runs out. So if your size is showing available when you register, it's yours!
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
63°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Springfield #2, 2 mi from the venue.
About Springfield, IL
Population
113,714
as of 2023
City Elevation
590 ft
Nearest Airport
SPI
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 82 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Waiting For?
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183
Days to train
- Race
- Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
- Date
- April 10, 2027
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Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
Apr 10, 2027