Grandview Yard Half Marathon
Columbus's Grandview Yard Quarter Marathon offers a challenging, scenic course with strong community support.
Race Date
Aug 23, 2026
Location
Grandview Heights, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, August 23, 2026
- Location
- Grandview Heights, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.5M, 5K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,852
The Experience
The OhioHealth Grandview Yard Quarter Marathon, first run in 2023 and now in its third edition, draws participants from across the region, with approximately 799 finishers in recent years. This event, organized by M3S Sports, offers a unique blend of road and bike path running, presenting a notable challenge for its Central Ohio setting.
The course is described as hilly for Columbus, featuring climbs early and late, though the final 2.5 miles offer a welcome downhill finish. Runners will encounter hairpin switchbacks, particularly in the latter stages. The race starts and finishes at the modern Grandview Yard, a newly developed area in Grandview Heights, providing a vibrant hub for participants.
With a repeat-runner rate of about 23%, the event has cultivated a loyal following. While mid-August in Central Ohio typically means warm and humid conditions, the race is known for its strong volunteer presence and community feel, making it a rewarding experience for those seeking a test on a scenic, albeit challenging, course.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Hilly
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick584 years running
~799 finishers a year
growing or steady
28% returning runners
5 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:07:54
typical high 83°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
83°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,852 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
2,852
Median time
2:02:01
Latest turnout
828
States
15
Turnout by year
2023–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Grandview Yard Half Marathon?
The Grandview Yard Half Marathon is held on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Where does the Grandview Yard Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Grandview Heights, Ohio.
What distances does the Grandview Yard Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.5M, 5K run.
Is the Grandview Yard Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Grandview Yard Half Marathon is a hilly, loop course course.
How many people run the Grandview Yard Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,852 runners who have completed the Grandview Yard Half Marathon.
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