Papillion Half Marathon
Race Date
May 17, 2026
Location
Papillion, NE
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Location
- Papillion, Nebraska
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 4,923
The Experience
The Papillion Race Series, hosted by the City of Papillion Recreation Department, promotes healthy living and wellness through events like the Papillion Half Marathon, Kids Triathlon, and Papillion Twilight Criterium. The series is open to athletes of all ages and skill levels. Races are tobacco-free and subject to weather policy prioritising safety.
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
NE21006GM
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Standout7618 years running
~130 finishers a year
growing or steady
18% returning runners
USATF certified · 2 timing sources
runners from 8 states
winner 1:18:25
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4,923 finishers actually crossed the line across 18 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
4,923
Median time
2:10:13
Latest turnout
152
States
40
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the Papillion Half Marathon?
The Papillion Half Marathon is held on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Where does the Papillion Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Papillion, Nebraska.
What distances does the Papillion Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K run.
Is the Papillion Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Papillion Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Papillion Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4,923 runners who have completed the Papillion Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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