Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon
Anchorage RunFest's half gives runners a summer tour of Alaska's largest city during a busy weekend that also includes marathon and ultra fields.
Quick facts
- Anchorage Running Club's largest annual event.
- Half marathon held alongside marathon and 49K fields.
- Cooler late-summer conditions than most U.S. August races.
- Fundraiser supporting local running and youth programs.
About the Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon
Anchorage RunFest is the Anchorage Running Club's signature weekend and its main fundraiser. The half sits inside a full slate of road races, drawing local runners and visitors who want an Alaska event without stepping up to the marathon or 49K.
Course
The half uses Anchorage's urban road and greenbelt network, with a start-and-finish setup designed around the wider RunFest weekend. Expect a mix of city running and quieter green sections rather than a closed downtown circuit.
Race-day weather
Mid-August in Anchorage is usually cool by lower-48 summer standards, but rain and shifting wind are realistic. Light layers work better than planning for heat alone.
Past Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, August 16, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Does the Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon have live tracking?
Marathon Scout does not list an official live-tracking link for the 2026 Anchorage RunFest Half Marathon yet. We only add a tracker after the race or its timing provider publishes it.
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