Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k
Poulsbo Half Marathon winds through charming 'Little Norway' with waterfront views.
Race Date
Oct 4, 2026
Location
Poulsbo, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Location
- Poulsbo, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 3,702
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Poulsbo Half Marathon and 10k offers a scenic journey through the picturesque streets of "Little Norway," Poulsbo, Washington. This race, first run in 2010 and now in its 15th edition, provides a unique blend of natural beauty and small-town charm.
The course is a loop that begins and ends at Liberty Bay Waterfront Park, taking runners along the waterfront and through the heart of downtown Poulsbo. With minimal elevation change, it presents a fast and flat profile, ideal for those seeking a personal best. Runners can expect a pleasant race-day atmosphere, with typical temperatures ranging from 50-65°F.
While the event has seen a recent field size of around 361 finishers, it draws participants from approximately 19 states, indicating a solid geographic reach. The race offers essential amenities including chip timing, a participant t-shirt, a finisher's medal, and complimentary race photos, making it a well-supported event for both seasoned runners and newcomers.
Race-provided description
The Poulsbo Half Marathon/10k has a beautiful new loop course that takes you through "Little Norway". It will feature chip timing, a participant's shirt, finisher's medal, and free race photo downloads for all participants. The beautiful course will start and finish at Liberty Bay Waterfront Park and go through downtown Poulsbo.
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Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
18937 Front St NE, Poulsbo, WA, 98370
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Small Town, Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
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Quality Score
Standout7514 years running
~516 finishers a year
shrinking
18% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 19 states
winner 1:28:04
typical high 65°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
65°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
81%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3,702 finishers actually crossed the line across 14 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
3,702
Median time
2:14:48
Latest turnout
361
States
37
Turnout by year
2017–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k?
The Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k is held on Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k take place?
It takes place in Poulsbo, Washington.
What distances does the Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K.
Is the Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k course flat and good for a PR?
The Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3,702 runners who have completed the Poulsbo Half Marathon & 10k.
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