Halfway To The Holidays Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5k & Kids Run

Event Overview

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!

Participant Perks

• Hat Options: Participants will receive their choice and color of a santa hat or elf hat (approximately 15 hat options to choose from during packet pickup).
• Tutus Available: Choose from 9 different colors of tutus or a race shirt.
• Custom Race Bib: Each participant will receive a unique race bib.
• Finish Line Treats: Enjoy ice cream or popsicles at the finish line, along with snacks and refreshments.

Race Start Times

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!!!

Course Timing

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 Information

Parking is available at the event location and if that parking lot fills up there are two adjacent parking lots:

• First Parking Lot: Located between the Johnstown Mill and TAC off of Track St (short walk to the start/finish line).
• Second Parking Lot: In the gravel at the Johnstown Dog Park next to the shelter house where registration and the start/finish line is located: 100 E Douglas St, Johnstown, OH 43031.

There is also street parking available all around the park: however, 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.

More Information

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