Greenville Half Marathon

Event overview

The Greenville Half Marathon & 5K takes place in Greenville, South Carolina on February 28, 2026. The races finish on the TD Stage at the Peace Center in downtown Greenville. Distances offered:

• 13.1 miles - Half Marathon, net downhill from Travelers Rest along the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail to downtown Greenville.
• 3.1 miles - 5K, net downhill from the Swamp Rabbit Cafe along the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail to the same downtown finish.

Both the half marathon and the 5K are USA Track & Field certified (half: SC16017DW; 5K: SC16018DW). The event is chip timed using Race Result BibTag technology and awards are based on chip time. Both distances offer finisher medals. The half marathon course description notes rolling terrain in the first 4 miles and the majority of the downhill in the remaining 9 miles.

Logistics and rules

Entry pricing listed on the event page is $105 for the half and $35 for the 5K, with planned price increases based on registration levels. The event limits entries to 3,000 for the half and 1,000 for the 5K. There is a 4 hour time limit for the half marathon (walkers are allowed if they meet the cut-off). A $3,000 prize purse is offered with cash awards for top finishers and masters places. Packet pick up, bag transport from start to finish, bus transport options before and after the race, and volunteer opportunities are provided. T-shirt orders to guarantee size must be placed by February 1. Dogs are not allowed; strollers are allowed but must start at the back and be carried down finish-area stairs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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