Hofbräuhaus Cleveland
Cleveland's Hofbräuhaus Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course with a festive Bavarian finish.
Race Date
Aug 2, 2026
Location
Cleveland, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, August 2, 2026
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 2,722
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Hofbräuhaus Cleveland Half Marathon presents a straightforward, fast-paced race experience centered around a unique Bavarian theme. Typically run in late spring, the event offers pleasant running temperatures, averaging between 67-77°F, though humidity can be a factor.
The course itself is designed for speed, featuring a flat, road-based loop that is conducive to personal bests. With minimal elevation changes, runners can focus on maintaining a consistent pace. The event is a draw for participants from across the country, with recent editions seeing runners from approximately 24 states, though the median field size hovers around 386 finishers, indicating a more intimate scale.
While the repeat-runner rate is modest at about 12%, the race offers a distinct post-race celebration, often featuring the hospitality and atmosphere of the Hofbräuhaus itself. Participants receive a T-shirt, and the event is part of a larger race day that includes 5K and 10K options, making it accessible for various running levels.
Race-provided description
5K 10K Half Marathon **If you are participating in the Half Marathon you must be at least 13 years of age on race day or older to run. There are no refunds given for any of the events you sign up for. VIRTUAL OPTION FOR EACH RACE! For more information please visit our Hofbrauhaus website!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Hofbrauhaus Cleveland, Cleveland, OH, 44115
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout678 years running
~346 finishers a year
growing or steady
17% returning runners
3 timing sources · 4 photos
runners from 22 states
winner 1:16:30
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
67°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 2,722 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
2,722
Median time
2:04:29
Latest turnout
346
States
36
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Hofbräuhaus Cleveland?
The Hofbräuhaus Cleveland was held on Sunday, August 2, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Hofbräuhaus Cleveland take place?
It takes place in Cleveland, Ohio.
What distances does the Hofbräuhaus Cleveland offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles.
Is the Hofbräuhaus Cleveland course flat and good for a PR?
The Hofbräuhaus Cleveland is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Hofbräuhaus Cleveland?
HalfRuns has finish records for 2,722 runners who have completed the Hofbräuhaus Cleveland.
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