Virginia in late fall is a gift to runners. The summer humidity has finally packed it in, the leaves are doing their thing, and race mornings feel like a reward for all those early miles you logged when it was still sticky out. There are 9 upcoming half marathons in the state between November and December 2026, and the four below are a great place to start planning. Whether this is your first 13.1 or one of many, here's what's worth a look.
Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon
Saturday, November 21, 2026 — Norfolk, Virginia
If you want a fall race with real momentum behind it, this is the one. The Norfolk Harbor Half earns a 91 out of 100 — a Runner Favorite — making it the highest-rated race in this roundup. A late-November date in coastal Virginia tends to treat runners kindly, and a harbor-side course gives you something to look at besides the mile markers. Register now while the calendar still has room.
Star City Half Marathon & 10K
Saturday, November 21, 2026 — Roanoke, Virginia
Same day, different corner of the state. The Star City Half in Roanoke comes in at 81 out of 100 — a Runner Favorite in its own right — and pairs the half with a 10K, which makes it an easy race to bring a friend or family member along to. Late November in the Blue Ridge foothills is a genuinely lovely time to run. If you've been circling a Southwest Virginia race, this is your nudge.
Allianz Richmond Marathon, CarMax Richmond Half Marathon, & Capital One Richmond 8k
Saturday, November 14, 2026 — Richmond, Virginia
A full race weekend with options for every distance. The Richmond Half is part of a bigger day that also includes a marathon and an 8K, and it scores 80 out of 100 — a Runner Favorite — so you get big-race energy with a distance that still fits your training. Mid-November in Richmond is a sweet spot on the calendar. If you've been waiting for a reason to commit to a fall half, this weekend is a strong one.
Fredericksburg Blue and Gray Half Marathon
Sunday, December 6, 2026 — Fredericksburg, Virginia
Want to close out the year with a finish line? This one lands on a Sunday in early December, scoring 80 out of 100 — another Runner Favorite — in a historic Virginia town that makes for a nice weekend away. A December half asks a little more of your fall training, but it also gives you a goal to carry through the holidays instead of letting the season drift. Worth a look if you like your races with a little history around them.
Two races, one Saturday
A quick note on November 21: Norfolk and Roanoke both host their halves that day, so you'll have to pick a side of the state. That's a good problem to have — and a reminder to lock in your registration before the calendar fills up.
Find your Virginia half
These four are a strong starting point, but there are 9 upcoming half marathons in Virginia in this window, and the full list is worth a browse before you commit. Head to our half marathons in Virginia directory to see every upcoming race, compare dates, and find the one that fits your fall and winter plans. From your first 13.1 to your next adventure, we're in it with you.