171 Days
Until Event Day May 16th
half the distance All The Fun
The scenic course tours colonial sites and the quaint downtown before scaling the now-famous Hospital Hill on the way to the stars-and-stripes adorned finish and the US Marines. Along the way, runners pass significant landmarks dating back to the nation’s beginnings and notable neighborhoods that were home to America’s forefathers, including Presidents George Washington and James Monroe. Great medal + Amazing crowds + Terrific weekend getaway= an instant favorite.
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 10.21.2020
Operation Desert Storm 30th Anniversary Marked with Virtual 218-Miler
In honor of the 30th anniversary of Operation Desert Storm, also known as the liberation of Kuwait, the Marine Corps Marathon Organization (MCMO) will host the virtual Desert Storm 218 Miler. Runners ages 10 and up will have the opportunity to complete 218 miles—the approximate distance the Marines covered upon arrival between the main airport in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia to the middle of Kuwait City.
Photo 09.25.2020
National Family Health and Fitness Day
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.”
