Escape the summer heat and celebrate the "Halfway To The Holidays" Marathon, a festive and fun-filled event taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in picturesque Johnstown, Ohio. Hosted by USA Race Timing & Event Management, this unique race invites runners to embrace the holiday spirit early with distances including a full marathon (26.2M), half marathon (13.1M), quarter marathon (6.6M), and 5K, alongside a lively Kids Fun Run. Prepare for typical race day conditions with highs around 86F and lows around 66F, and a 19% chance of precipitation, making for a potentially invigorating summer run.

All races commence and conclude at the Johnstown Trail Head on the T.J. Evans paved trail, offering scenic views as you dash through a double out-and-back course for the marathon and a single out-and-back for the half. Aid stations are generously sprinkled throughout the courses to ensure ample hydration, with 11 stops for marathoners and 5 for half marathon participants. Beyond the miles, runners are immersed in a Christmas in July celebration, complete with jolly decorations, cheerful music, and themed surprises. Runners are encouraged to don their best holiday attire, and the event welcomes both strollers and dogs, even providing a doggy water station at the finish line.

Participants will be rewarded with a custom race bib and a finisher's medal, plus their choice of a festive Santa hat, elf hat, or tutu. The post-race celebration continues with ice cream or popsicles, snacks, refreshments, and an ice-cold towel at the finish line, ensuring a delightful and memorable experience for all who join this spirited mid-year holiday dash.