Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon
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9th Annual Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon and 5K
The 9th Annual Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon and 5K takes place on October 4, 2026 in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The event center is at Eno River Farmers Market, 144 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough NC 27278.
Distances:
- Half marathon 13.1 miles
- 5K 3.1 miles
Both courses are routed to showcase local historic sites, including the Old Orange County Courthouse, Burwell School, Margaret Lane Cemetery, and the Occoneechee Indian Village. Runners in both events complete one lap of the Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail, the only surviving track from NASCAR's inaugural 1949 season. Portions of the courses run along Churton Street and Hillsborough's River Walk, which is part of the Mountains to Sea Trail.
Merchandise and finishers Custom medals are provided to all finishers in both races. T shirts in male, female, and youth cuts are available for those registered before the t shirt deadline. Female sizing may run small and size adjustments can be made at the t shirt table at the pavilion after the race.
Packet pick up Packet pick up is scheduled at Fleet Feet Durham Southpoint store from 4 pm to 7 pm on Thursday October 1, at the Farmers Market Pavilion from 1 pm to 5 pm on Saturday October 3, and on race morning from 6:00 am to 7:00 am.
Awards Awards go to the overall top three male and female finishers, top three masters 40 plus, and the top three in each listed age group for both events.
Parking Parking details will be emailed to participants; parking is planned at the deck by Weaver Street Market and at River Park Elementary School.
There is a time limit for both races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
