Black Bear Half Marathon
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Event Details
The 7th Annual Black Bear Half Marathon and 8k takes place in Hendersonville, North Carolina. The event is presented by Hunter Subaru. Participants can choose from two in-person race distances: a half marathon (13.1 miles) and an 8k. Both courses are USATF sanctioned and certified. The half marathon course has less than 400 feet of elevation gain and is described as mostly flat and very well-marked, taking place on a greenway.
A virtual participation option is available for both distances. This race is the fourth event in the Appalachian Trilogy Series.
Included with Registration
Entry for in-person races includes a commemorative finisher medal for all participants and chip timing. For those who register before a deadline, a race shirt is included: a long sleeve dri-fit shirt for the half marathon and a short sleeve dri-fit shirt for the 8k, both available in unisex and women's sizes. Other inclusions are complimentary race photos, a Hunter Subaru goody bag, and complimentary beer (for participants 21+) at Oklawaha Brewing.
Schedule and Location
The event date is Sunday, October 11, 2026. The location is Jackson Park at 801 4th Ave E in Hendersonville. Packet pickup is offered the day before at Oklawaha Brewing and on race morning at Jackson Park.
On race day, the Black Bear Fall Market featuring local artisans, live music, and food will be held at Jackson Park from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Post-race snacks and apple cider donuts from Bright Branch Farms will be available.
Beneficiaries
The event supports several fundraising organizations, including Friends of the Oklawaha Greenway and the Jackson Park Greenway Flooding Clean-up Project. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
