Hill No
Louisville's Hill No! half marathon offers a scenic mix of pavement and gravel.
Race Date
Aug 15, 2026
Location
Louisville, NE
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Location
- Louisville, Nebraska
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Hill No! half marathon in Louisville, Nebraska, offers a unique blend of surfaces, with 80% of its scenic course on gravel and 20% on pavement. This event, now in its fifth year, starts and finishes at Louisville High School, promising a well-supported run with multiple water stations and enthusiastic volunteers.
Runners can expect a lively atmosphere fueled by music, and for those seeking extra challenge, the accompanying 5k features CrossFit-style activity stations. Awards are given for top finishers in the half marathon and 5k events, with cash prizes for the fastest. All participants receive a swag bag, including a race shirt, making it a rewarding experience for all skill levels.
Race-provided description
DYNAMITE PETE’S HILL NO!
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Saturday, August 15, 2026
We are excited to bring back the kid’s one-mile for 2026. We still have our scenic 1/2 marathon, challenging 5k, and after an amazing year one the PRSUT Fitness 5k is back again! All events start and finish at Louisville High School, featuring the multiple water stations, supportive volunteers, and lively music to keep the energy high throughout the race.
The scenic 1/2 marathon route consists of 20% pavement and 80% gravel, while the 5k and 1-mile courses are primarily on pavement.
The PRSUT Fitness 5k: We have partnered with our good friends at PRSUT Fitness who developed additional challenge stations at each mile on our 5k course. These stations will consist of three traditional CrossFit style activities including burpees, wall balls, etc. If you are looking for a challenge beyond just the Hill No! 5k, please add the PRSUT opti
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
202 West 3rd Street, Louisville, NE, 68037
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved, Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
5 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 84°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
67°
Afternoon (High)
85°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Hill No?
The Hill No is held on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Where does the Hill No take place?
It takes place in Louisville, Nebraska.
What distances does the Hill No offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Hill No course flat and good for a PR?
The Hill No is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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