Race to the Center Half Marathon
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 12, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Race to the Center Half Marathon takes place in Smith Center, Kansas, near the geographic center of the contiguous United States. Two distances are offered: a 10K and a half marathon (13.1 miles), both making the most of the wide-open plains scenery around town. Lovewell State Park, the geographic center-of-the-nation marker, and Glen Elder State Park are all close by, giving runners a reason to explore a part of the country most never see.
Highlights
- City
- Off-road
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Smith Center.