Trent Waldron Half Marathon & 10K

Lace up your running shoes for the Trent Waldron Half Marathon & 10K, taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in picturesque Anchorage, Alaska. This event offers both a 13.1-mile half marathon and a 10K (6.2-mile) distance, making it a perfect race to kick off your summer running season or as a tune-up for larger events. The race starts and finishes at Westchester Lagoon in Margaret Sullivan Park, providing a beautiful backdrop for your accomplishment. Expect typical race day conditions around 61°F for highs and 43°F for lows, with a minimal 2% chance of precipitation, ideal weather for a memorable run.

The Half Marathon and 10K courses are out-and-back routes that wind along the scenic Chester Creek and University trails. Runners can expect a relatively flat, paved course, with a gradual uphill section on the outbound portion, often described by participants as an "easy run" with "gentle hills" and a "beautiful out and back course". The Half Marathon course is USTAF Certified. Aid stations are strategically placed at miles 3, 5.5, 7.5, and 10 for half marathoners, stocked with water and Gatorade to keep you hydrated, and equipped with porta-potties for convenience.

More than just a race, the Trent Waldron Half Marathon & 10K is a poignant celebration of life for Marcie Trent and her son, Larry Waldron, who tragically passed during a training run in 1995. A portion of the proceeds from this inspiring event benefits the Anchorage Young Cancer Coalition (AYCC), supporting a noble cause. Unique to this race, finishers receive medals, and competition includes age-graded awards alongside traditional age-group recognition, celebrating achievements across all stages of life.