2026 Beast on the Bay
Expected Race Date
~Sep 2026
Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.
Location
Erie, PA
Quick facts
- Date
- around September 2026 (expected)
- Location
- Erie, Pennsylvania
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
The Experience
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
limited extras
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 72°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
59°
Afternoon (High)
72°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Beast on the Bay?
The 2026 Beast on the Bay hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around September 2026 (expected).
Where does the 2026 Beast on the Bay take place?
It takes place in Erie, Pennsylvania.
What distances does the 2026 Beast on the Bay offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2026 Beast on the Bay course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Beast on the Bay is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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