157 E Jersey St, Johnstown OH
Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Join USA Race Timing & Event Management for a festive celebration at the Halfway to the Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k, and Kids Fun Run! Embrace the holiday spirit early with jolly decorations, cheerful music, and fun-themed surprises while racing along scenic courses. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just enjoying the festive vibes, this event promises holiday cheer and fitness fun for all ages. Don your best holiday attire, and don’t miss the chance to celebrate halfway to the most wonderful time of the year! Whether you are celebrating Christmas in July, Hanukkah in July, Kwanzaa in July or halfway to any other holiday come out and join us!
Marathon - 6:30am
Half Marathon - 7:30am
Kids Fun Run - 8:15am
Quarter Marathon & 5k - 8:30am
If it is going to be really hot and humid, we can start small groups of runners in the half and quarter marathons early... if you are nice to Samta!
Timing will end and the course will close at 12:00pm (5.5 hours for the marathon, 4.5 hours for the half marathon and 3.5 hours for all other races).
Parking is available at the event location and if that parking lot fills up there are two adjacent parking lots:
There is also street parking available all around the park. Please make sure to check signs to ensure you are legally parked. At any parking area, please do not park in the grass: only in gravel/paved areas.
For more information on the event, please explore the Runner's Information tab above, or visit the event website at: https://www.usaracetiming.com/halfwaytotheholidays
Gear up for race day
What marathoners run with on the big day.


SHOKZ OpenRun Bone Conduction Open-Ear Bluetooth Sport Headphones, Running Workout Bundle with Waterproof Carrying Case & Sweat Headband, IP67 Sweat Resistant, 8H Playtime, Mic, Black
$129.95

Garmin Forerunner 55, GPS Running Watch with Daily Suggested Workouts, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life, Black - 010-02562-00
$164.99

goodr A Unicorn's Calamity Polarized Sunglasses, Medium Sized (OG), Black Solid Frames with Black Non-Reflective Glare Reducing Lenses, UV400 Protection, No Slip, No Bounce
$30.00

Honey Stinger Organic Fruit Smoothie Energy Gel, Gluten Free & Caffeine Free, for Exercise, Running and Performance, Sports Nutrition for Home & Gym, Pre and Mid Workout, 12 Pack, 13.2 Ounce
$16.96

Body Glide Original Anti Chafe Balm | No Chafing Stick | Prevent Arm, Chest, Butt, Thigh, Ball Chafing & Irritation | Trusted Skin Protection Since 1996 |1.5oz
$11.00

GADIEMKENSD Quick Drying Running Hat Summer Cooling Baseball Cap UPF50+ Sports Sun Caps Breathable Mesh Lightweigh Dad Hats Unstructured for Golf Workout Hiking Gym Travel Camp Pink S/M 6 7/8-7 1/4
$13.99
Train for this race
Run clubs in Johnstown, OH host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.