Union Half Marathon & Relay

APR
11
2026
The Union Half Marathon & Relay is a 9th annual event starting at the Big Stone Gap Visitor Center. The course runs along paved trails, featuring a unique passage through two historic train tunnels. Participants can choose from a solo half marathon, a team relay, or a virtual option.
Sat 11 Apr 2026
13 miles

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Event Overview

The Union Half Marathon & Relay will be held on April 11, 2026. It is the 9th annual edition of the event.

The start is at the Visitor Center in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. The course uses the paved Greenbelt Trail in Big Stone Gap and connects to the Powell River Trail in Appalachia, Virginia. A notable feature is that participants go through two old train tunnels that are part of the Powell River Trail.

Available events are:

  • Half Marathon
  • 2-4 Person Relay
  • Both - Half Marathon & First Leg Relay
  • Virtual Half Marathon

All participants who complete the event receive a unique finisher's medal and a race t-shirt. The event is timed by We Run Events using B-tags attached to race bibs. Runners, walkers, and wheelchair athletes are permitted. Baby strollers are allowed at the back of the starting pack, and leashed dogs are permitted. Headphones are allowed but participants are advised to stay alert.

Packet pickup and late registration occur at the Big Stone Gap Visitor's Center on the morning of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half Marathon