Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon
Columbus Half Marathon pairs a large, fast city race with Nationwide Children's Hospital patient champions stationed along the course each October.
Quick facts
- Nationwide Children's Hospital patient champions along the course
- Large downtown start and finish
- Separately scored within the Columbus Marathon weekend
- Turns and crowding call for patient early pacing
What entry options are available for the 2026 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon?
Normal entry for the 2026 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon is unavailable, but limited entry options remain.
About the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon
The Columbus Half Marathon celebrates its twentieth edition in 2026 as a separately scored race within the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon weekend. Its charity partnership is central to the event experience.
Course
The urban road route starts and finishes downtown and shares the event's broad, well-supported early miles. The profile is generally performance-friendly, though turns and crowding require patient pacing.
Race-day weather
Mid-October in Columbus often delivers cool starts, but wind, rain or a warm afternoon remain possible. Downtown buildings can create changing wind exposure across the course.
Past Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon?
The 2026 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon is on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
What entry options are available for the 2026 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon?
Normal entry for the 2026 Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Half Marathon is unavailable, but limited entry options remain. View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
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