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Union Half Marathon & Relay

Big Stone Gap, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event details

The Union Half Marathon & Relay takes place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. This is the 9th annual running of the event and it is based at the Big Stone Gap Visitor's Center. Events listed for the day include:

  • Half Marathon - $40; price increases after March 15, 2026
  • 2-4 Person Relay - $25; price increases after March 15, 2026
  • Virtual Half Marathon - $40; price increases after March 15, 2026
  • Both - Half Marathon & First Leg Relay - $40; price increases after March 15, 2026

A 2-4 person relay option is available. Entry fees increase after March 15, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT.

Course and race items

The course uses the paved Greenbelt Trail in Big Stone Gap and connects with the Powell River Trail in Appalachia, Virginia. The Powell River Trail portion includes two old train tunnels. All completing participants receive a unique finisher’s medal and a race t-shirt. Directions point to the Big Stone Gap Visitor's Center as the event place. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Big Stone Gap

Race information

Website Registration
Half Marathon
Both - Half Marathon & First Leg Relay
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Virtual Half Marathon
2-4 Person Relay
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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