The Nebraska Half
Race Date
May 9, 2026
Location
Omaha, NE
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K run | kids run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 4,315
The Experience
The Nebraska Half Marathon & 5K is held at Zorinsky Lake in West Omaha. The flat and fast course winds around the scenic lake with shaded trails. Distances include a half marathon, 5K, and a 1-mile kids fun run. The race is chip timed and all finishers receive a medal.
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout6311 years running
~460 finishers a year
shrinking
17% returning runners
2 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:18:24
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
54°
Afternoon (High)
75°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
62%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4,315 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
4,315
Median time
2:06:07
Latest turnout
204
States
36
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the The Nebraska Half?
The The Nebraska Half is held on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Where does the The Nebraska Half take place?
It takes place in Omaha, Nebraska.
What distances does the The Nebraska Half offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K run | kids run.
Is the The Nebraska Half course flat and good for a PR?
The The Nebraska Half is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the The Nebraska Half?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4,315 runners who have completed the The Nebraska Half.
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