The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k
The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Midway, KY, with entry fees from $35 to $90.
- Date
- October 11, 2026 (80 days to go)
- Location
- S Brand St, Midway, KY
- Price
- $35–$90
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
We invite you to join us in Midway this fall for the 17th annual Iron Horse Half Marathon, 10th annual Iron Horse 12k, and 2nd 5k!
We want to make your race day special by providing the following race amenities:
- Technical running shirt with custom Iron Horse artwork
- Suitable for framing Iron Horse poster by local artist Cricket Press
- Personalized bibs
- Age group awards
- Free unlimited downloading of all race photos after the race
- Free custom 13.1 and 12k sticker to all participants
- And finally, one HUGE finisher medal!
*Pre- Race Deadlines & Events*
- Bib Transfers: 9/28
- Event Transfer (In-Person Races): 9/28
- Switch to Virtual Events: 10/4
- 2027 Deferrals: 10/9
- NEW for 2026: Official shake out run on Saturday October 10th at 9:30am from John's Run/Walk Shop 317 S. Ashland Ave
*Packet Pick Up Dates & Locations*
Wednesday October 7: 10am - 7pm at John's Run/Walk Shop, 3090 Helmsdale Place.
Thursday October 8th: 10am -7pm at John's Run/Walk Shop, 3575 Palomar Center Drive.
Friday 9th & Saturday 10th: 10am - 6pm at John's Run/Walk Shop, 317 S. Ashland Ave.
Running with a friend? You can pick up their packet and save them a trip!
Live out of town? Don't worry! There is packet shipping available. This can be managed in your "Add-ons" on RunSignUp.*
*Please note the packet shipping option will have a deadline in order to get all items mailed in time prior to the race.
**we will not have day of pick up, please plan accordingly**
For additional race day information, and more click HERE
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
69°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Versailles 3 Nnw, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Midway, KY
Population
1,748
as of 2023
City Elevation
853 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
80
Days to train
- Race
- The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Location
- S Brand St, Midway, KY
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Midway 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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The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k
Oct 11, 2026