Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon is a USATF certified half marathon held in Springfield, Illinois. The 2026 edition is scheduled for April 11, 2026, with the start and finish at Old State Capitol Plaza. The event is organized by the Springfield Road Runners Club. The live race is the primary offering; virtual participation is noted as limited to race day volunteers in 2026. A course map and event information are provided by the organizer.
Course and distances
- 13.1 miles (half marathon)
The course starts and finishes at the Old State Capitol. Within the first quarter mile it passes the Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices. Just under one mile into the course runners pass the only home Abraham Lincoln ever owned. Around mile nine the route enters Oak Ridge Cemetery and passes Lincoln's tomb. Mile ten goes through the local city park named for Lincoln. During the final mile the course passes the historic Union Train station and runs adjacent to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library, which is one block from the finish. The club offers a 12-week Halfwits training plan that prepares runners by training on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.