Rad Half Marathon
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Event overview
The RAD Half Marathon & 10K takes place in Asheville, North Carolina on June 14, 2026. The event is held in and around the River Arts District and supports local artists through a partnership with the River Arts District Artists Foundation (RADA). Distances offered:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- 10K - 6.2 miles
Both in-person and virtual options are available. Entries include a commemorative finisher medal and a dri-fit event shirt while supplies last. The event features a post-race party with live music, local vendors, and a complimentary beer for participants aged 21+ or a cup of gelato as an alternative.
Course and logistics
Both courses are USATF sanctioned and certified and use chip timing. The route has a net elevation loss, described as mostly downhill to flat, and travels from downtown Asheville into the River Arts District along local greenways and the French Broad River. Packet pickup is paired with a RAD Artisan Market and race expo the day before the race. The event offers a bag drop that is transported to the finish area and complimentary shuttles between the finish area and the start area. The 10K awards cash prizes for the overall top three male and female finishers. Transfers to the virtual event are permitted before race start; refunds are not offered under the stated cancellation policy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.