In 21 days · Sun, Sep 13, 2026
Don't let race day sneak up
One email during race week. That's it.
When
Sunday, September 13th, 2026
Where
1505 W 1st St, Oil City PA
Distance
Half
Typical weather
56–74°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
53–80°F
dry
2024
56–78°F
dry
2023
53–67°F
dry
2022
54–65°F
dry
2021
66–78°F
rain
2020
60–72°F
rain
2019
60–77°F
dry
2018
66–78°F
dry
2017
56–76°F
dry
2016
56–79°F
dry
Best months to race in Pennsylvania →
About this race
Event Details
- Start Time: 7 a.m. at the former Venango Catholic, 1505 West First Street, Oil City, PA 16301.
- Date: September 13, 2026.
- Location: 1505 W 1st St, Oil City, PA.
- URL: http://www.RunReg.com/arma-fest-half-marathon
Course Information
- Distance: 13.1-mile out & back course through the Erie to Pittsburgh Bike Trail and downtown Oil City.
- Timing: Provided by Runner’s High.
Registration and Fees
- Entry Fee: $25. Proceeds benefit the downtown revitalization efforts of the Oil City Main Street Program.
- T-Shirt Guarantee Deadline: 4:30 p.m. – August 13. After this date, it’s first come, first served.
- Race Day Registration: September 13, 2026, from 6 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. Available shirts will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Awards and Divisions
- Runners’ Awards: At 10:00 AM: awards for all age groups, Men's & Women's overall (1st, 2nd, 3rd), and various age divisions.
- Walkers’ Awards: At 11:00 AM: awards for Children and Men's & Women's overall (1st, 2nd, 3rd).
- No Duplication: No duplication of awards will occur.
Contact Information
- Race Director: Mike Walentosky, email: mikewalentosky@icloud.com, cell: 814-671-4446.
- Main Street Office: Oil City Main Street Office at 814-677-3152.
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near Oil City to train with before race day.
See all run clubs near Oil City →
Suggested Races
Organize this race?
Claim it free to manage your listing — and get it featured for free, while spots last.