
Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon
Hunterdon's Main Street Half Marathon offers a beautiful country road course with a hometown vibe.
Race Date
Oct 18, 2026
Location
Clinton, NJ
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Location
- Clinton, New Jersey
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 4 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,281
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Main Street Half Marathon winds through the picturesque landscape of Hunterdon County, NJ, offering a scenic journey on country roads that participants have lauded as exceptionally beautiful. This annual October event blends the efficiency of "big-time race management" with the charm of a "hometown race vibe."
Now in its eighth year, the race typically sees around 560 finishers, with a growing field and a loyal following, as about 26% of participants return each year. Runners often travel from roughly seven states to experience this well-supported course, which is known for its flat profile and paved surfaces, making it conducive to achieving personal bests. The event also supports the Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center, adding a charitable element to the race day experience.
Race-provided description
Over the river...through some woods... past at least one grandma's house... join us for what previous participants have called the most beautiful half marathon course, on NJ's finest country roads! #RaceLocal #SupportLocal ... run with us and support the Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center! Details at www.mainstreetmarathon.com.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Race Shirt
Start Location
Red Mill Museum Village, Clinton, NJ, 08801
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout788 years running
~468 finishers a year
growing or steady
26% returning runners
5 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 7 states
winner 1:15:07
typical high 64°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
64°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,281 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
2,281
Median time
2:03:37
Latest turnout
284
States
13
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon?
The Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon is held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon take place?
It takes place in Clinton, New Jersey.
What distances does the Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 4 Miles.
Is the Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon course flat and good for a PR?
The Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,281 runners who have completed the Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon.
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