Canaan Valley Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k

9th Annual Canaan Valley Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K

Join us for the 9th Annual Canaan Valley Half Marathon, 10k & 5k, April 24 - 25, 2027! Hosted at Canaan Valley Resort, in Tucker County, West Virginia, in the heart of the Potomac Highlands. This road race takes place in one of the East Coast’s most idyllic settings and is just a short drive to any outdoor activity you could want. The area is also home to two amazing and eclectic mountain towns full of arts and culture. So if you are looking for a new Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K to run and need a mountain vacation or just a getaway for the day or weekend, we are the race for you!

Event Information

• Date: April 24 - 25, 2027
• Location: Canaan Valley Resort
• Activities: Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
• Kids Race: Saturday at 12:30pm

Race Details

Once again we will be offering all distances on both Saturday, April 24, and Sunday, April 25! We have reserved the entire Canaan Valley Resort for the weekend to create an Epic Destination Running Experience. You are welcome to come for the day, but we would love it if you spent the weekend with us.

Back this year:  Later start times, the Return of the Kids Race, plus course improvements see our website for more details

All details beyond race date, distances, and approximate times are based on 2026 and may be subject to change, although we do not expect substantial changes.

Packet Pickup: will be held at Canaan Valley Resort State Park (event venue) at minimum 6:30-8pm the night before each race and for a limited time race morning.  See our website for most recent information.

Start Times

• 8:30am: both days Half and 10K
• 9:00am: both days 5K
• 12:30pm: Saturday - 1/2 mile Kids Race

Facebook Group

Join our Facebook Group for regular updates and to talk to fellow participants present and past.

Conquer the Valley

Looking for a little more challenge?  Come out for the whole weekend and the Conquer the Valley Challenge! Run any two distances, either day.

• Competitive division: Prizes for completing the 5K first, then the Half on Sunday.
• Fun division: Run any two other combinations and save money!
• More details: See our website

Swag

• Giveaways: Awesome Giveaway options TBD.
• Finisher reward: All finishers over 21 years of age get a complementary beer.
• Post-race snacks: Available for all participants.

Course Time Limit

The Course Time Limit is up to 4 hours - that’s right, plenty of time for a 10K/5K! All Runners must be finished by 12:30 pm on Saturday & Sunday: additionally, Half Marathoners must be off the golf course (approximately Mile 12) within 3 1/2 hours.

Special Thanks

• Young Life
• Local Community