CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K
CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K celebrates North Carolina craft beer with a downtown Winston-Salem block party.
Race Date
Apr 3, 2027
Location
Winston Salem, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 3, 2027
- Location
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles, Crazy Kids Dash, CraftDouble
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 3,534
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K transforms downtown Winston-Salem into a vibrant celebration of North Carolina's craft beer scene. This popular spring event, now in its eighth year, draws participants from approximately 33 states, with around 20% of finishers returning for subsequent races. The course winds through city streets, with the entire 4th Street block shut down to accommodate the festivities.
The energy builds from the start, with live music and craft beer flowing even as runners embark on the half marathon, 5K, or other distances. The block party atmosphere extends beyond the finish line, offering participants a premium experience with access to numerous breweries and local food vendors. It's a community event that blends a serious race with a festive block party.
Race-provided description
Come celebrate North Carolina craft beer with the Triad’s premier spring distance race and community block party! Foothills Brewing & Junction 311 Endurance Sports have partnered to bring you a fun and energetic way to celebrate The State of Southern Beer®. This is a DO NOT MISS event! All are welcome to join us Saturday, April 3rd at Foothills Brewpub, (638 West 4th Street Winston Salem, NC US 27101) in downtown Winston-Salem. The day begins with a fun and challenging half marathon, 5K, one mile or the CraftDouble (Crazy Mile & 5K). The entire city block of 4th street, the longest block in the city, is shut down from Poplar to Spring Street for the event. The band kicks into full swing and the craft beer flows as soon as the races get underway. In addition to Foothills, you will enjoy up to 12 exceptional breweries. There is ZERO admission required to attend the block party celebration with food and craft beers available for purchase. Registered race participants get the real reward with a premium endurance event experience on the course and off!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, April 3, 2027
Start Time
8:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
638 West 4th Street, Winston Salem, NC, 27101
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout718 years running
~1,025 finishers a year
shrinking
20% returning runners
6 timing sources · 6 photos
runners from 33 states
winner 1:10:38
typical high 0°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
0°
Afternoon (High)
0°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.0"
Precipitation
0 mph
Wind
0%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3,534 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
3,534
Median time
2:06:55
Latest turnout
734
States
44
Turnout by year
2018–2026
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K?
The CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K is held on Saturday, April 3, 2027, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K take place?
It takes place in Winston Salem, North Carolina.
What distances does the CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles, Crazy Kids Dash, CraftDouble.
Is the CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3,534 runners who have completed the CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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