Salem Half Marathon
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, 8K and Kids Fun Run, Salem VA
The LewisGale Salem event takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with races that start and finish at the Salem Farmers Market in downtown Salem, VA. Courses run through local neighborhoods, past Roanoke College, and along the downtown business district.
The event program includes in-person and virtual options and is produced in partnership with Blue Ridge Racing, a regional road race management organization that also manages the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon and other events.
Event distances and formats include:
- LewisGale Salem Half Marathon
- Virginia's Blue Ridge 8K
- G&H Contracting Kids Fun Run - 1 mile
- G&H Contracting Kids Fun Run - 2 miles
- Virtual versions of the half marathon, 8K, and kids runs
Age restrictions are specified for individual events; for example, the half marathon listing shows open registration for ages 12 to 120 and the kids runs list ages 4 to 12. The Salem event is part of a regional series offering the opportunity to earn the Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown medal by completing specified races within the same year.
Location Salem Farmers Market, 3 E. Main St., Salem, VA 24153 US Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
