The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Location
- S Brand St, Midway, KY
- Distance
- HALF MARATHON · HALF MARATHON - NO SHIRT · HALF MARATHON - WHEELCHAIR & more
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
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.
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Days to train
- Race
- The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Location
- S Brand St, Midway, KY
Coming Up
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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 Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k?
- The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k is a running race held in Midway, Kentucky on October 11, 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 Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Midway, Kentucky at S Brand St, Midway, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Iron Horse Half Marathon, 12k & 5k
Oct 11, 2026