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American River Parkway Half Marathon 2026

Date:
Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Location:
Levee Path
Sacramento County, California
95827
United States
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Links:
parkwayhalf.com Register at raceroster.com
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1k 5k Half Marathon Run Trail

This annual community race event has achieved many milestones over the past 19 years, including the distinction as the first half marathon along the American River Parkway and the first Spring-time half marathon in the Sacramento region.

Also, it was the first and, for nearly a decade, the ONLY race event to donate 100% of its proceeds to benefit the American River Parkway. Our latest milestone: to date, we have donated over $400,000 in proceeds!

These donations have helped fund Parkway enhancements such as habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, trash clean up, kids’ interactive nature trails, and our latest project - four new drinking fountain installations to date, with a fifth for this Spring 2026!

But inasmuch as the Parkway Half serves as an important financial benefit to the Parkway, this race is mostly about getting outside and having fun with family and friends along our most beautiful local recreational treasure.

And with the scenic course, friendly volunteers, talented musicians, and a bag pipe processional to start the morning, it's a great way to celebrate a day on the Parkway.

Come on out for the race, stay for the party, and support your Parkway along the way!

CANCELLATION POLICY

Per the running industry policy, all entry fees are non-refundable. Once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate.

But, not per the running industry policy, entries are transferable! All you need to do is go into your account and follow the prompts and/or buttons to transfer your entry to another friend or family member. There is a small transfer fee, but better than no option at all!

This policy applies to all entrants and is in effect whether you are injured, have an unexpected family/business emergency, have a medical emergency, etc.

Registration and Processing Fees

Pursuant to California Senate Bill 478 - Fee Transparency Law, all our listed event registration fees also include Race Roster processing fees and charges. Race Roster processing fees are a separate charge from the Parkway Registration Entry Fee, but are bundled together as a total fee. This statement, provided pursuant to the transparency law, is effective July 1, 2024

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