Marine Corps Historic Half
Every May, Fredericksburg, Virginia hosts the Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon, dubbed “the greatest half in history”. The course covers 13.1 miles of the city, including parts of historic Downtown and the infamous “Hospital Hill”. Cheering crowds and members of the US Marine Corps line the streets to support runners. Local businesses, including a number of veteran owned businesses, are proud to support the runners.
Countdown to the 2026 Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon!
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Historic Half Marathon Weekend 2026
Plan a whole weekend in Fredericksburg! On Saturday, stop by the Fredericksburg Convention Center for your packet pick-up. Spend the rest of Saturday exploring the city and its history, eating at local chef-owned restaurants, and taking in the art and scenic outlooks. On Sunday, conquer Hospital Hill and Run with the Marines in the 19th Annual Marine Corps Historic Half. Afterwards, celebrate at a local craft brewery or one of the other local watering holes.
Maps/Parking Info
2026 Historic Half Maps
🗺️ Historic Half Course Map
Non-Emergency Hotline Number 4am - 12pm
540-684-9143
A hotline has been set up for non-emergency matters related to the Marine Corps Historic Half. The hotline will be in operation on Sunday, May 17, 2026 from 4am until Noon. If you have a non-emergency matter related to the MCHH during this time, please call 540-684-9143. An update will be sent when the hotline is no longer in operation.
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Viewing Locations
- Historic Half Start – Be there for all ceremonial excitement in front of Fredericksburg Convention Center near Carl D. Silver Pkwy.
- Washington Avenue – near the scenic Kenmore Plantation
- Prince Edward Street – watch the runners from the picturesque Historic District
- Princess Anne Street – view the runners in Historic Downtown with a band at City Hall
- Caroline Street and Charlotte Street – cheer on the runners by the Courtyard by Marriott
- Riverside Drive – cheer on runners adjacent to the picturesque Rappahannock
- Hospital Drive at Care Way- motivate runners for the top of “Hospital Hill” – the challenging hill on the course
- Cowan Boulevard at Central Park (by the Car Wash)- Cheer on your runners at the aerial display of the US flag by the Fredericksburg Fire Department
- Cheer on your runner at the finish line and join them at the Finish Festival located in the Wegmans Parking Lot
Show your bib/medal for discounts
Discounts TBA!
Weekend Activities
Explore the many facets of Fredericksburg based on your particular interests:
- History: Take a tour through downtown; Pick up an XPass to visit area museums and Fredericksburg Battlefield
- Outdoors: Stay limber with a short morning walk/run along the Canal Path/Rappahannock River Heritage Path or Virginia Central Railway Trail; Paddleboard, kayak or tube down the Rappahannock with Virginia Outdoor Center; Explore Alum Spring Park; Canoe, kayak or fish at Motts Run Recreation Area
- Sports: Play mini-golf, race 2-story go-karts and cross the SkyTrail ropes course at Fun Land of Fredericksburg, jump around at SkyZone.
- Art: Explore unique galleries downtown; browse through artists’ studios and watch them work at LibertyTown; view public murals and sculptures; visit our LOVE sign in Hurkamp Park (stop by early for the Farmers Market)