Virgin River Half Marathon

Virgin River Half Marathon takes place in Saint George, Utah, on February 13, 2027, and is the oldest running race in southern Utah, drawing more than 2,000 participants. Three distances are offered: the half marathon (13.1 miles) at 9:00 AM, the 5K (3.1 miles) at 9:15 and the 10K (6.2 miles) at 9:20. The route follows the city's paved trails and winds along the Virgin River through scenic country. Entrants receive a long-sleeve shirt, a medal, chip timing and post-race refreshments.

A paved riverside trail makes for even footing and steady rhythm, so the half is a fair place to go after a time goal or to run your first one. Build for about twelve weeks with a long run that reaches ten to eleven miles, and add a weekly stretch at goal pace so the last three miles do not come as a surprise. The mid-morning start gives you time to eat and warm up properly.