Half Marathon

HiTOPS Princeton Half Marathon

Princeton's 13.1-mile road-and-trail course links the university, battlefield, Lake Carnegie and historic neighborhoods in a limited field of 1,800 runners.

Next raceSunday, November 8, 2026
Distance categoryHalf Marathon
LocationPrinceton, New Jersey
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026

Quick facts

  • USATF-certified 13.1-mile road-and-trail course.
  • New Jersey Grand Prix event.
  • Field limited to 1,800 runners.
  • Benefits HiTOPS youth programs.

About the HiTOPS Princeton Half Marathon

This nonprofit half supports HiTOPS programs for young people. A field cap of 1,800 preserves a more contained event, while the USATF Grand Prix designation adds a competitive New Jersey club-racing element.

Course

The USATF-certified route combines road and trail while passing Princeton Battlefield, the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton University, Lake Carnegie and Herrontown Woods.

Race-day weather

Early November can bring crisp racing weather, wind or cold rain in central New Jersey. Mixed surfaces may feel different after wet weather, particularly in shaded sections.

Past HiTOPS Princeton Half Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, November 8, 2026Upcoming

HiTOPS Princeton Half Marathon FAQ

When is the HiTOPS Princeton Half Marathon?

The 2026 HiTOPS Princeton Half Marathon is on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

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