Cherry City Half Marathon
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Cherry City Half Marathon - Salem, OR
The event takes place on September 13, 2026, at Riverfront Park in Salem, Oregon. It features multiple running distances and a post-race celebration with live music and beverage options from local providers.
Distances:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids Run - 0.4 miles (untimed) in Riverfront Park
Participants receive an official race shirt and a finisher medal. Overall awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each race distance. Masters awards (age 40+) are presented to the top three masters male and female finishers. Age group awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in the listed age categories: 19 and under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+.
Course support includes multiple aid stations providing water and electrolyte drink; select stations also provide energy chews or gels and portable toilets. Packet pickup is scheduled on the Friday and Saturday before the event at local pickup locations and on race morning at Riverfront Park. Participants age 21 and over are eligible for a complimentary seasonal wine tasting during Friday packet pickup. Dogs and strollers are not allowed on the course. The event is organized by Ascent Racing LLC. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
