HalfRuns
Run for the Gnomes Half Marathon & 5K

Run for the Gnomes Half Marathon & 5K

Race Date

Oct 3, 2026

Location

Maple Valley, WA

The Experience

Experience the beauty of Maple Valley with a race designed for speed and serenity. This fast, flat, and scenic course offers runners the perfect blend of challenge and tranquility, winding through peaceful landscapes that make every mile enjoyable. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply soaking in the atmosphere, you'll love the smooth, well-marked route. Choose between a half marathon and a 5K, each thoughtfully planned to highlight the area's natural charm while providing an excellent racing experience. With supportive volunteers, clear signage, and a welcoming race community, this event is ideal for runners of all levels. And keep an eye out—you might just spot a mischievous race gnome along the course! Rumor has it, he's been training for months, but given his tiny stride, he’s still working on that first mile. If you happen to see him, give him a cheer—gnome support is just as important as runner support! Get ready to push your limits—or simply enjoy the journey. Lace up and join us for an unforgettable race day in Maple Valley!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

Long Sleeve Unisex Tech T-Shirt

Start Location

22500 SE 248th Street, Maple Valley, WA, 98038

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size10/15

~115 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details3/15

2 timing sources

National draw4/10

runners from 5 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:27:18

Weather8/10

typical high 65°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

47°

Afternoon (High)

65°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

7 mph

Wind

79%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 58 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

58

Median time

2:15:13

Latest turnout

58

States

5

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:25p50 median ≈ 2:153:20
See full results

Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.

Race Photos

Explore More Journeys

Can't make it to Maple Valley? Discover other experiences that match your running style.

Search All Races