Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon takes place on April 11, 2026, in Springfield, Illinois. The event is centered at the Old State Capitol Plaza, 1 E Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701. The race list includes:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- Virtual event - race day volunteers only in 2026
Registration opens November 1, 2025. Registration closes at 7:00 am on race day or when the event sells out. Shirts and hoodies are available while inventory lasts.
Course and logistics
The course is USATF certified and starts and finishes at the Old State Capitol. The route passes several Abraham Lincoln sites: the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices within the first quarter mile, Lincoln’s only owned home before one mile, Oak Ridge Cemetery at mile nine where Lincoln’s resting place is located, a city park named for Lincoln at mile ten, and the Union Train Station and the Abraham Lincoln Museum and Library in the final mile. An expo and Friday packet pickup are held at the Old State Capitol from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Race morning packet pickup is available at the Old State Capitol from 6:30 am to 7:15 am. A course map and past results are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.