Merced Half Marathon
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Merced Half Marathon
The Merced Half Marathon is a chipped, measured road race of 13.1 miles held in Merced, California on November 14, 2026. The event is presented by Planada Run Club and AlterEgo Run Club and uses a flat course that runs along Bear Creek and local bike paths. The race start has been updated to Fahrens Park, with finish area services for participants.
Event amenities listed by the organizer include a race shirt, a finisher medal, on-site food and beverages at the finish, a live DJ, and additional finish line items. The event notes a four hour cutoff for the half marathon. The official route will be posted three weeks before race day.
BIB pickup is scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the UC Merced Professional and Education Center (1635 M Street, Merced, CA). The listed registration fee for the half marathon is $75.00.
The published address for the event location is 1045 W 25th St., Merced, CA 95340. The description above reflects event details provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
