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Main Street Half Marathon & 4 Miler - Hunterdon

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

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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

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell OrganizedGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

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

Directions

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

4 Miles

Quality Score

Standout78
Methodology
Heritage16/20

8 years running

Size13/15

~468 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty20/20

26% returning runners

Course & details8/15

5 timing sources · 8 photos

National draw5/10

runners from 7 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:15:07

Weather8/10

typical high 64°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (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

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:054:00

Turnout by year

20172025

'17'18'19'21'22'23'24'25
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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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