2026 PROVO CITY HALF MARATHON * 5K * KIDS MARATHON

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Looking for an amazing downhill half marathon that provides some of the best views in Utah? Run13.com is pleased to invite you to the Provo City Half Marathon & 5k! This USATF Certified Half Marathon course begins up Provo Canyon and is home to the Original Downtown Provo Finish Line. Come find out why this has become one of the fastest-growing races in Utah.

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📅 Event Details

• Date: May 2, 2026
• Location: 50 S. Center St., Provo, UT
• Distance Options:
  • Half Marathon – 13.1 Miles
  • 5k – 3.1 Miles
  • Kids Marathon – 1.2 Miles (26.2 total)

🕒 Schedule

• Half Marathon: 8:00 a.m.
• 5k: 9:30 a.m.
• Kids Marathon: 10:00 a.m.

📍 Packet Pickup

• Pre-Race Packet Pickup: Downtown Provo (pending location)
• Half Marathoners: Must pick up packets before race day.
• 5k Runners: Packet pickup on race morning from 8:30 – 9:15 a.m. at the parking lot at 3470 N. University Ave.

🚍 Transportation

• Half Marathon Busing: All runners must ride the buses to the start line from 5:30 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.
• 5k Runners: No bus required: park by the 5k start line.

🏁 Start and Finish Locations

• Half Marathon: Starts at South Fork Park up Provo Canyon, finishes in downtown Provo.
• 5k: Starts and finishes at 3470 N. University Ave.

⏳ Race Timing and Awards

• Time Limit: Courses close at 11:00 a.m.
• Awards Ceremony: Approximately 11:00 a.m. for overall winners.
• Cash Prizes: Awarded to top finishers.

🚰 Water and Aid Stations

• Stations: Approximately 6 on the Half Marathon course, 1 on the 5k course.
• Fluid Provided: Dasani water available at the Finish Line Compound.

🔄 Registration Information

• Registration: Fees are non-refundable but entries can be transferred to another runner.
• Timing Chips: Each participant receives a bib with a timing chip attached.

🎉 Finish Line Festival

Yes, it’s called the Provo City Finish Line Party!! We will have amazing food, bounce houses, and face painting for kids. Please feel free to bring blankets and chairs to relax on at the finish line while cheering on your fellow runners!

📝 Additional Information

• Weather Policy: The race will proceed in light rain: severe weather may delay or cancel the event.
• Post-Race Amenities: Medical support, massage therapy, and refreshments will be available.
• Course Rules: No running without registration: personal music devices are allowed.

🔗 Registration Link

For registration and further details, visit the registration page.