UConn Health Half Marathon
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UConn Health Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, June 6, 2026
The event is held on Iron Horse and features a scenic two loop half marathon course that follows the Farmington River and passes local farmlands. The day also includes 10K and 5K distance options.
- Half marathon (13.1 miles) two loop course along the Farmington River
- 10K distance
- 5K distance
All participants receive a short sleeve race technical shirt and a custom finisher medal. A post race party follows, with food and craft beer available.
The event is part of several multi race programs. The 5K and 10K Challenges link three separate 5K or 10K races in Middletown in April, UConn Health in June, and Old Wethersfield in August, with custom swag at each race and a commemorative medal for completing the series. The Connecticut Double pairs this half marathon in June with the Eversource Hartford Marathon on October 10 and awards an exclusive commemorative medal after finishing under the Arch in Hartford.
Family options include the HMF FitKids run with 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, or 1 mile distances for ages 2 to 11. The 2026 Official Charity Program allows participants to select supported charities. A local food drive operates at Packet Pickup via the HMF Can tent to support the Hartford Public High School Grub Pub school food pantry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
