Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Location
- 250 Evans Ave, Reno, NV
- Distance
- Half Marathon · Half Marathon Relay · 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Rock Reno Half Marathon & 5K is Reno’s most unique running experience — and the city’s only point-to-point half marathon. Start in South Reno at the Swift Sportsdome and run your way through east Reno streets, bike paths, and parks while you follow the Truckee River - finishing in style at Greater Nevada Field, home of the Reno Aces! There’s nothing like crossing the finish line outside the ballpark with the energy of downtown Reno around you.
Not quite ready for the half marathon? Grab a teammate and take on the 2-person relay, or join us for the 5K run/walk, which starts and finishes at Greater Nevada Field — perfect for runners and walkers of all levels who want to be part of race day excitement.
The course features 6 aid stations, all complete with water and electrolytes. We'll provide some nutrition at the midpoint at well! The midpoint doubles as the exchange point for Relay Runners, where you can park and meet your teammate.
To make race morning smooth, we provide a runner shuttle from the finish to the start for half marathon participants. (Please note: there is no return shuttle if you choose to drive yourself to the start.) The half marathon and relay begin at 8:00 AM with a 3 hour 30 minute course cutoff (11:30 AM/16:02 per mile pace). The 5K kicks off at 8:15 AM.
From the unique point-to-point course to the unforgettable ballpark finish, Rock Reno Half Marathon & 5K delivers a race experience you won’t find anywhere else in the region.
Visit the Race Website for full event details — and we’ll see you on race day!
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
74°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
9%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Reno Wfo, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Reno, NV
Population
268,959
as of 2023
Elevation
4,519 ft
Nearest Airport
RNO
Reno Tahoe International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Location
- 250 Evans Ave, Reno, NV
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K?
- Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K is a running race held in Reno, Nevada on October 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Reno, Nevada at 250 Evans Ave, Reno, NV. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Rock Reno Half Marathon, Relay & 5K
Oct 4, 2026