-129 Days
Until Event Day May 17th
Update Coronavirus (COVID-19)
(3.31.20) Following the guidance of government and health officials, the Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) has announced that 2020 Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend events, scheduled for Friday, May 15 through Sunday, May 17 have been cancelled to support the wellbeing of the running community, residents, Marines and partners. A refund on registration fees will not be provided. The MCMO has prioritized rewarding the loyalty of registered runners while offering alternative solutions for registered runners to participate in Historic Half Weekend.
Conquer Hospital Hill
An Epic Spring Half
Healthy Lifestyle Expo
The Healthy Lifestyle Expo hosts Packet Pick-up and showcases more than 60 booths.
Event Info
From start to finish and all points in between, the Marines have organized a motivating, patriotic and fun half marathon through historic Fredericksburg, VA.
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Historic Info
Transportation
Parking, shuttles and more transportation details to remove stress from event morning.
Devil Dog Double
Scale Hospital Hill twice by participating in both, Semper 5ive and then, the Historic Half.
Explore and Discover Event Details
Pictures
Post 06.16.2020
Father’s Day Spotlight: Robert Davies
“In the early years, we typically warmed up a full mile and then every half mile we took a small walking break. The point wasn’t for her to get a specific time, but rather to enjoy the race journey, high five every Marine on the course and earn her shirt and medal.”
Post 06.08.2020
Running Side by Side Half a World Apart
Every year, thousands of runners converge in Fredericksburg to #RunWithTheMarines during the iconic Marine Corps Historic Half Weekend. And although the coronavirus pandemic resulted in the cancellation of the 2020 live event scheduled for Friday, May 15 through Sunday, May 17, participants had the opportunity to run the events virtually.
Post 05.22.2020
Run to Remember on Memorial Day
For many Americans, Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer, barbeques, beaches and backyard fun. But the true significance of Memorial Day is honoring and remembering the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
