In 68 days · Sat, Oct 10, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Where
Salem Farmers Market, Salem VA
Distances
Half · 1 Mile
Typical weather
51–70°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
43–57°F
dry
2024
40–67°F
dry
2023
44–71°F
dry
2022
35–64°F
dry
2021
53–76°F
dry
2020
57–65°F
rain
2019
48–74°F
dry
2018
66–70°F
rain
2017
64–80°F
dry
2016
44–67°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Date: October 10, 2026
- Location: Salem Farmers Market, Salem, VA
- Event Types: Half Marathon, 8K, Kids Fun Run
- Website: LewisGale Salem Half Marathon
City of Salem
- Championship City: Known for hosting NCAA National Championships and various sports tournaments.
- Running Initiative: In 2016, Salem extended its "Championship" mentality to the sport of running.
- Scenic Route: The races offer a beautiful tour of Salem, passing through neighborhoods, Roanoke College, and the downtown business district.
Event Management
- Partner: Collaboration with Blue Ridge Racing, a premier road race management organization.
- Event Management: Blue Ridge Racing manages the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, Virginia's Blue Ridge 8K, and G&H Contracting Kids Run.
- Other Events: They are also responsible for the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon and other regional races.
Triple Crown Series
- Triple Crown Medal: Participants can earn this medal by completing the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Full or Half Marathon and the Star City Half Marathon within the same year.
- Alternative Series: For those preferring shorter distances, running the Blue Ridge Star-K (or Relay), Salem 8K, and Star City 10K qualifies for the Triple Crown Sprint Series medal.
- Recognition: This series rewards runners in the valley with coveted race medals and bragging rights.
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