Hub City Half Marathon
Hub City Half Marathon: a community race with post-race beer in Hagerstown.
Race Date
Apr 18, 2027
Location
Hagerstown, MD
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, April 18, 2027
- Location
- Hagerstown, Maryland
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + Kids Fun Run/Walk
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 515
Highlights
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Hub City Half Marathon, held in Hagerstown, Maryland, is a community-focused race that draws around 500 finishers each year, with runners coming from as many as 11 states. The event has a loyal following — about 27% of participants return for another year. Starting and finishing at Meritus Park, home of the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars, the race offers a festive atmosphere with custom finisher medals, t-shirts, and a post-race beer celebration at the stadium.
Though the course profile remains unconfirmed, the race is likely flat and fast, making it an accessible option for runners seeking a low-key half-marathon experience. Packet pickup takes place days before at Hub City Brewery, adding to the local flavor. Awards are given across multiple age groups, and the event includes a Kids Fun Run/Walk, welcoming runners of all ages.
Race-provided description
The 3rd Annual Hub City Half will take place on Sunday, April 18, 2027, in Hagerstown, Maryland. The race will start and finish at Meritus Park, home of the Hagerstown Flying Boxcars. Registration and additional race details will be announced soon!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, April 18, 2027
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Meritus Park, Hagerstown, MD, 21740
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout652 years running
~509.5 finishers a year
shrinking
27% returning runners
6 timing sources
runners from 11 states
winner 1:14:35
typical high 60°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
39°
Afternoon (High)
60°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
62%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 515 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
515
Median time
2:08:51
Latest turnout
252
States
14
Turnout by year
2025–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Hub City Half Marathon?
The Hub City Half Marathon is held on Sunday, April 18, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Hub City Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Hagerstown, Maryland.
What distances does the Hub City Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus Kids Fun Run/Walk.
Is the Hub City Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Hub City Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Hub City Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 515 runners who have completed the Hub City Half Marathon.
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