Happy Half Marathon - Ellicottville
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Happy Half Marathon - Ellicottville
The Happy Half takes place on May 9, 2026 at Holiday Valley Resort (Main Lodge) in Ellicottville, NY 14731. The event includes multiple running contests and onsite activities at the resort venue. The starts and finishes for the half marathon and the 5k are located at Holiday Valley Resort.
- 1/2 Marathon
- 5k Run
- Individual Beer Mile
- Beer Mile Two Person Relay
The event description notes course "surprises" positioned to create moments of enjoyment for participants. Finishers receive medals and soft race shirts, though day of registrations are not guaranteed a shirt because quantities are limited. Detailed information such as packet pickup, course maps, and awards is available in the event athlete guide.
Holiday Valley Resort will offer discounted room rates and condominiums for event weekend lodging, and the property allows walking access to the start area. The event is governed by USA Track & Field rules; strollers are not permitted under the event insurance rules. Refunds are not allowed. The organizer provides options to defer an entry for one year and to transfer an entry to another person under the stated deadlines. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
