2027 Music & Miles Half Marathon
Music & Miles Half Marathon: boot-scootin’ fun on a flat course.
Expected Race Date
~May 2027
Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.
Location
Elizabethton, TN
Quick facts
- Date
- around May 2027 (expected)
- Location
- Elizabethton, Tennessee
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Music & Miles Half Marathon, now in its sixth edition, kicks off spring with a toe-tappin’ country-western vibe in Elizabethton, Tennessee. The smooth, relatively flat course is ideal for runners chasing a personal best, while the intimate field of about 244 finishers ensures a low-key, personal experience. Runners from roughly seven states travel to this small-town event, drawn by its friendly atmosphere and well-organized logistics.
The race starts and finishes inside the Elizabethton High School football stadium, with packet pickup offered both Friday evening and race morning. Along the way, upbeat country hits and hometown energy keep spirits high. About 31% of participants return each year—a strong loyalty rate that speaks to the event’s charm. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned half-marathoner, the Music & Miles Half Marathon offers a dust-kicking, PR-friendly start to the spring season.
Race-provided description
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Kick off spring with a little country swagger at the Music & Miles Half Marathon!Join us on April 25, 2026, in charming Elizabethton, Tennessee, for a toe-tappin’, boot-scootin’ good time on a smooth and relatively flat course that’s perfect for every pace. This year’s race brings a full country/western vibe—think upbeat country hits, hometown energy, and miles that feel more like a party than a workout. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just out for some dust-kicking fun, this event sets the stage for our 2026 Trifecta Series. Lace up, saddle up, and let’s run!
Date : Saturday, April 25, 2026
Location : Elizabethton, TN (start/finish inside stadium)
Time : 7:30 a.m.
Packet Pickup : Friday, April 24 from 4 – 7 p.m. at
Elizabethton High School Football Stadium
Saturday, April 25 6:15-7:15 a.m. at Elizabethton High School Football Stadium
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
Solid Pick576 years running
~244 finishers a year
growing or steady
31% returning runners
limited extras
runners from 7 states
winner 1:18:09
no weather data yet
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Music & Miles Half Marathon?
The 2027 Music & Miles Half Marathon hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around May 2027 (expected).
Where does the 2027 Music & Miles Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Elizabethton, Tennessee.
What distances does the 2027 Music & Miles Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Music & Miles Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Music & Miles Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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