Nittany Valley Half-Marathon

Join us for the 42nd Nittany Valley Half Marathon!

This 13.1-mile course begins and ends on Penn State’s campus, taking runners through rolling countryside, along scenic Spring Creek, and through Houserville before the climb up Orchard Hill and the final stretch back to the Penn State Snider Ag Arena. The course is well-marked, with volunteers stationed throughout to cheer and guide you on.

• Duration: Runners have up to 4 hours to complete the course.
• Closure: The course closes at 2:00 PM.
• Map: Be sure to check out the detailed course map and elevation profile on our website.
• Location: Penn State Snider Ag Arena - 800 East Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803.

Run for a Purpose

The Nittany Valley Half Marathon isn’t just a race: it’s a way to give back. Proceeds benefit Centre Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM), Centre County’s only free clinic, providing medical, dental, behavioral health, case management, and medication assistance to uninsured neighbors in our community.

• Impact: Together, we’re helping ensure more people in Centre County can access the care they need, when they need it.
• Fundraising: After registering, you’ll receive a customizable fundraising page to easily share with friends, family, and coworkers.
• Support: Fundraising is not required, but every dollar raised helps expand access to care for uninsured individuals living or working in Centre County.
• Alternative support: If you’re unable to participate, you can still support a runner or make a direct gift to CVIM. 100% of donations go directly to patient care.

Learn More About CVIM

To learn more about CVIM, visit www.cvim.net.

Event Policies & Info

• No Refunds: This is a no-refund event. If the race is canceled for any reason, registration fees will be considered a donation to Centre Volunteers in Medicine.
• Age Requirement: All participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
• FAQs: For additional details, visit the FAQs on our website.
• Contact: If you still have questions, reach out to us at nvhalfmarathon@gmail.com.

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NEW! 12-Week Half-Marathon Training Program

Train with confidence while supporting a great cause! We've added an optional 12-week training program to help you prepare for the Nittany Valley Half-Marathon, designed by Jayson Jackson, State College track coach and leader with the Nittany Valley Run Club.

• Cost: For a $40, you'll receive an adjustable 12-week training plan.
• Support: Weekly emails and check-ins from Coach Jayson.
• Workouts: Optional Wednesday morning track workouts (6:00 a.m.) led by Jamie Wright.
• Group Runs: Four optional Saturday group long runs on the race course.

How to Register

Visit https://www.runreg.com/nvhm2026, and during registration simply add "2026 NVHM Training Groups" to your cart. We'll see you at the starting line!

The official registration and financial information of Centre Volunteers in Medicine may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.