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Hy-Vee Omaha Half Marathon
Omaha, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
USCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running races in Omaha
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 37 races in Omaha with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions37Races & courses
Distances5 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Omaha Marathon
Omaha, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunCharity Run+1
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Spooky Sprint Omaha
Omaha, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Public ParkLakes & Ponds+1
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Cornfield Cornfield
Omaha, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+1
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Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Hy-Vee Omaha Half Marathon | Omaha, Nebraska, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Omaha Marathon | Omaha, Nebraska, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Spooky Sprint Omaha | Omaha, Nebraska, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Cornfield Cornfield | Omaha, Nebraska, US | Road Running | 10 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Omaha (Nebraska, Douglas, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 37 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond. Notable events in the selection include Hy-Vee Omaha Half Marathon, Omaha Marathon, and Spooky Sprint Omaha.
Race distances span from 5 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +1,550 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Omaha includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Omaha?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 37 individual races in Omaha. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Hy-Vee Omaha Half Marathon, Omaha Marathon, and Spooky Sprint Omaha.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Omaha?
Events in Omaha focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Omaha?
The most selective courses in Omaha climb up to +1,550 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Omaha?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.