HALF-MARATHON
Race Location
550 Taylor Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21401 US
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COUNTDOWN TO RACE DAY
START TIME: 7:00 am
TIME LIMIT: 3.5 hours
SEE ALL THE BEST OF THE CAPITAL CITY WHILE TOURING ANNAPOLIS ON FOOT
Your 13.1 mile journey will take you near the Capital Building, the Naval Academy, Ego Alley and more with scenic views from of the Severn River Bridge and the B&A Trail while starting and finishing from the
Navy-Marine Corps Stadium and all its easily accessible amenities.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING
The whole event was well organized and well managed. The water stops were great. People were friendly throughout the event. The band and celebration were a lot of fun post race.
The post-race area was really great. Unlike any other race in the DMV area. The complimentary drinks, coffee, oysters and shrimp, etc. really made this experience enjoyable
I loved every part of this race!!! All in all, a really well organized and professional event. Corrigan events are always first class. Thank you!
REQUIREMENTS
Registrants must be 13 years of age and be able to complete the full 13.1 mile course in under 3.5 hours (16 min/mile pace). Those who are under 13 may still be eligible to participate but must seek a waiver by contacting customerservice@corrigansports.com.
The following items are not permitted on the course: pets, skateboards, bicycles, roller blades, baby joggers, and any other type of vehicle (other than official race vehicles).
Headphones are strongly discouraged.
FIELD SIZE
The half-marathon field will be capped at 1,200 runners, with a total of 3,750 runners in all events; although the Race Director reserves the right to change the size of the half-marathon field.
REGISTRATION
Online registration for the Annapolis Running Festival™ will close March 20, 2026 at 3:00 pm or earlier if the field is filled. In-Person Registration will be available at packet pick up if space remains. Please register early to take advantage of the best pricing and to avoid a sellout.
Once you have registered, please take the time to confirm the accuracy of the information. You may be able to look up and edit your information by following the instructions HERE. Many of your questions can be answered by visiting our FAQs page or within the Runner Information Packet that will be published just before race week.
Opportunities to Upgrade to a longer distance, downgrade to a shorter distance or defer your entry until 2027 are available with specific deadlines. Details and deadlines are available on our FAQs page.
NO MAILED, FAXED OR EMAILED ENTRIES | NO REFUNDS | NO RACE TRANSFERS
THE 13.1 MILE COURSE
The half-marathon course starts and finishes at Navy Marine Corps stadium and traverses to Main St. around Church Circle in downtown Annapolis, heading to the famed City Dock. Your will run near Ego Alley and then make your way back toward the Naval Academy campus. The routes will cross the Naval Academy Bridge and make its way to the B&A Trail for a picturesque 1.5 mile out-and-back before returning to the stadium for the finish and post-race celebration.
JOIN A SOCIAL TEAM
Having the support of your friends during your training and race is priceless, but we decided to add an extra incentive! Regardless of when your teammates register, the entire group will get a $10 refund once your team reaches 10 or more members. The refund will go directly back to the card used to pay for registration. PLUS there’s potential for teams to win extra benefits and deals!
REASONS TO JOIN
💰 Teams of 10 or more = save $10 per team member
🎪 Teams of 40 or more = get a tent at the finish line
🎁 Prizes for things like the biggest & most festive teams
✨ Increase the fun by running together
🥇 Members can sign up for any live race distance and still be eligble for your team!
To See What Social Teams Have Already Registered CLICK HERE.
RACE SWAG
YOUR 2026 RACE SHIRT
YOUR 2026 RACE MEDAL
BE PART OF THE TRADITION
ENOUGH WITH WINTER,
BRING ON THE SPRING RACE SEASON!
A Tradition of Sock Burning at the Annapolis RunFest
It all began in Annapolis in the Spring of 1978. After a snowy winter, boatbuilder Bob Turner bid his oppressive sock-wearing days farewell by throwing them into a campfire. This annual rite to celebrate the end of winter has persisted on boat docks around the globe.
We will continue this local tradition at the Annapolis Running Festival with a twist! We invite you to mark the beginning of the Spring race season by kicking off your running shoes and throwing your socks into the fire in hopes of bringing PRs and good weather to the rest of your race calendar.
We will have a fire pit in the Celebration Village stoked for the occasion. Traditionalists frowns upon putting new socks on once you’ve burned yours so remember to check your flip flops at bag check to wear for the rest of the post-race celebration!
COURSE AMENITIES
HYDRATION STATIONS
The half-marathon course will consist of 6 water stops which each being staffed by a wonderful local volunteer group and stocked with water and Gatorade. Runners are permitted to bring your own hydration system (such as a camelbak) if you prefer.
Each water station will also offer port-a-pots for runner use
MEDICAL SUPPORT
Our wonderful medical partner Medstar Sports Health is there for you, even during your race. Learn more HERE.
MedStar Sports Health will provide medical support on the course and in the finish line area. The MedStar staff will include certified doctors, registered nurses, physician assistants and EMTs and will provide the necessary medical attention to any patient in need. We are grateful to have MedStar Sports Health associated with the event. On the course, medical support is located approximately every two miles .
Each waterstop is stocked with a self-help bin of band-aids, vasoline and other over the counter self-care items.
ON COURSE SNACKS
Bananas and Herr's Salty Snacks will be avaiable on the half-marathon course at Mile 8
Energy Gels will not be provided. Please plan to bring your own if you think you will need them out on the course.
LOG YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY
Participants are strongly encouraged to securely store and share personal medical history in case of emergency for any race using RaceSafe.
We encourage all runners, especially those who have a previous medical history to log on and complete the form.
RaceSafe is secure, private, and takes less than 5 minutes. For your health and safety, please add your medical information by visiting the link below.
RaceSafe respects your privacy and is committed to maintaining your confidentiality.
AWARDS
Overall Winners: Trophies will be awarded to the overall male and female champions as well as to the and the second and third place finisher.
Awards Ceremony: The Awards Ceremony will take place at the Main Stage at Navy-Marine Corps Stadium at 12:00pm. Only the Overall Winners from the half marathon, 10k , and 5k will be awarded at the ceremony. Age group awards will be mailed. (5K Awards Ceremony will be at 9:00am).
Age Groups: Prizes go to the top overall non-elite male and female age group finishers for the half-marathon in each of the following divisions: 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35- 39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70+
Age group awards are mailed in April after race results are declared official.
NO DUPLICATION OF AWARDS. We will not ship age group awards internationally. VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RACE AWARDS. Awards will be issued to those who complete the official course live on race day.
