Wendell Foster Half Marathon
Owensboro's Wendell Foster Half draws a 500 plus field to a flat riverfront and downtown course with road closures, prize money, and push rim divisions.
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Quick facts
- Flat downtown and riverfront course with a 3 hour 45 minute time limit for the half.
- Push rim, duo team, and steps divisions run alongside the standard half marathon entry.
- Prize money for top half marathon finishers plus age group awards down the field.
- Half marathon fields have topped 500 finishers in each of the last several editions.
2027 Wendell Foster Half Marathon registration
Registration for the 2027 Wendell Foster Half Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Wendell Foster Half Marathon
Wendell Foster runs the race to fund its work with people with disabilities, and the entry list shows it: push rim, duo team, and steps divisions start alongside the open half rather than in a separate side event.
Course
The course is flat and fast along the Ohio River waterfront and through historic downtown Owensboro, starting at Smothers Park. Full and partial road closures keep the route clear of traffic.
Race-day weather
Late March mornings in western Kentucky start cold and often damp for the 7:00 a.m. central time gun. Wind off the Ohio River on the waterfront stretches is the main variable.
Past Wendell Foster Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
Wendell Foster Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Wendell Foster Half Marathon?
The 2027 Wendell Foster Half Marathon is on Saturday, March 20, 2027.
How do I register for the Wendell Foster Half Marathon?
Register for the Wendell Foster Half Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/wendell-foster-half-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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