Maple City Half Marathon & 5K
The 2nd annual Maple City Half Marathon supports a local fund in historic Norwalk, Ohio.
Race Date
Oct 11, 2026
Location
Norwalk, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Location
- Norwalk, Ohio
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Maple City Half Marathon, now in its second year, winds through historic Norwalk, Ohio. This event, presented by the Norwalk Area United Fund, dedicates its proceeds to supporting the greater Norwalk area.
Runners can expect a course that is largely flat, with minimal elevation change, making it a potentially fast day. The race is USATF certified, and while the exact course for 2026 is subject to adjustment due to planned construction, organizers are committed to providing a well-run event.
Participants will receive a T-shirt as part of their race package. The Maple City Half Marathon offers a chance to enjoy a run while contributing to a worthy local cause in a community setting.
Race-provided description
Welcome to the 2nd annual Maple City Half Marathon / 5K presented by the Norwalk Area United Fund, taking place in historic Norwalk, Ohio Sunday October 11, 2026. Proceeds will benefit the Norwalk Area United Fund. Have a great race and support the greater Norwalk area while doing so! Update for 2026 - due to planned construction which will shut down the Linwood Bridge in 2026, the race course will have to be adjusted. Once the course is finalized, an announcement will be posted here. Please also follow our FB event page for other announcements as we get closer to race day! https://www.facebook.com/share/16QAgZ73FV/
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Start Time
7:45 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
350 Shady Lane, Norwalk, OH 44857, Norwalk, OH, 44857
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Small Town
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
OH25024JHP · Maple City half marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
USATF certified · 3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
66°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Maple City Half Marathon & 5K?
The Maple City Half Marathon & 5K is held on Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 7:45 AM.
Where does the Maple City Half Marathon & 5K take place?
It takes place in Norwalk, Ohio.
What distances does the Maple City Half Marathon & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K.
Is the Maple City Half Marathon & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Maple City Half Marathon & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
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