American River Parkway Half Marathon
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American River Parkway Half Marathon 2027
The American River Parkway Half Marathon is the 19th annual edition held at the William B Pond Recreational Area in Carmichael, California on April 24, 2027. The event is described as the first half marathon along the American River Parkway and the first spring-time half marathon in the Sacramento region. Organizers report that, to date, more than $400,000 in proceeds have been donated to benefit the American River Parkway; a current fundraising entry shows $151.75 raised for the Parkway Fund.
The event uses two separate half marathon courses - one for runners and one for walkers. Both courses are described as flat, fast, and shady, running through old-growth oak forests, green meadows, and riparian habitat. Each course features multiple aid stations with ice-cold water and Gatorade - eight aid stations for runners and nine for walkers.
Entertainment and on-course amenities include over a dozen live bands, a bag pipe processional at the start, finish-line mariachi music, a personalized finisher medal, and a bottle of ice-cold water at the finish. Post-race provisions include a lunch with a meat or vegetable Parkway Wrap, fresh fruit, and a cookie. Event proceeds have supported parkway enhancements such as habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, trash cleanup, kids’ interactive nature trails, and multiple drinking fountain installations.
Event distances and formats include:
- Half Marathon Run
- Half Marathon Walk
- 5K Run/Walk
- Kids' Otter Dash (1k)
- Virtual Half Marathon
- Virtual 5K
Registration fees include Race Roster processing fees as required by California fee transparency regulations. The event’s cancellation policy states entry fees are non-refundable, but entries are transferable for a small transfer fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
