Jump off Rock Half Marathon

Event overview

The Jump Off Rock Half Marathon and 10K takes place in Hendersonville, North Carolina on May 9, 2026. The event is presented by Hunter Subaru (half marathon) and UNC Health Pardee (10K). Options include an in-person half marathon and 10K plus virtual versions of both distances. Packet pickup is paired with an Artisan Market and Race Expo the day before the race at Continuum Art.

Course and services

The half marathon is a point-to-point route that begins at Jump Off Rock in Laurel Park and finishes on Main Street in downtown Hendersonville. The 10K starts at the Hendersonville Family YMCA and joins the half route partway through, with both races finishing on Main Street. Course details:

• 13.1 miles
• 6.2 miles

Both courses are USATF sanctioned and certified (Sanction #142687; Half Marathon NC23011DF; 10K NC23012DF) and are chip timed using a timing system with mats on the course and at the finish. The half marathon has four fully stocked stations and the 10K has two; each station will provide Gatorade, water, and JAMBAR products. Additional event features include complimentary participant shuttles, a post-race area with live music and a beer for those 21 and over, local awards, and a finisher medal and event shirt (shirt availability varies by registration deadline). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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