Race Details
The Nebraska State Fair Marathon is back in the the 12th year! Find everything you need to know about the race below.
Age Divisions
Course Maps
The Nebraska State Fair Marathon is a Boston qualifier. USATF Course Certification Number: NE18005GM. The Marathon course is open for 6 hours (6:30 am to 12:30 pm). All races start and end on the Nebraska State Fairgrounds. Chip Timing provided.
Half Marathon USATF Course Certification Number: NE18006GM
RELAY SPLITS
Leg 1: 4.9 Miles
Leg 2: 6.5 Miles (Exchange Zone 1 – Hall County Park – 2447 W Schimmer Road)
Leg 3: 7.5 Miles (Exchange Zone 2 – 500 South Oak Street)
Leg 4: 7.3 Miles (Exchange Zone 3 – Saddle Club – 1 Kuester Lake)
Team Finish Zone: Intersection of Dodge and Vine: 1021 S Vine Street
Packet Pickup
Friday, August 28: 1 PM – 7 PM
Location: TBA
Saturday, August 29: 5 AM
Nebraska State Fairgrounds Main Gate
Perks
- Medal for all finishers
- Shirt for all participants (Long Sleeve Tech Tee for Full/Half/Relay and Short Sleeve Tee for 5k/1-Mile)
- Gate Admission for the Nebraska State Fair
- Post race snacks and beverages
- 1 FREE alcoholic (21+) or non-alcoholic beverage at any of the bars across the grounds
Spectator Tickets
Spectator tickets are required to view the beginning and end of the race and may be purchased in advance at a discounted rate. A password is required and will be included in the confirmation email following registration. For assistance in purchasing spectator tickets, please contact the State Fair Box Office at 308-384-0151.
Race Policies
Please click here for a for information regarding refunds and other policies.
