Asheville Craft Beer Half Marathon & 10K/5K

Welcome to the Asheville Craft Beer Half Marathon – 10K – 5K! One of the greatest destination races in North Carolina just got even better. Asheville is truly an American treasure—now paired with one of the most vibrant craft beer scenes in the country. From world-class breweries and local taprooms to incredible food, arts, and mountain views, this is the ultimate run + reward experience. Runners will not only take in the beauty of Asheville but also celebrate at the finish with local craft beer from some of the area’s best breweries . This is more than a race—it’s a full Asheville experience. The Asheville Craft Beer Half Marathon – 10K – 5K begins and ends in Pack Square on August 29, 2026 . Starting at 7:00 AM, the course showcases the very best of the city. You’ll run through the Brewery District, tour the River Arts District, and follow the scenic French Broad River north to Beaver Lake. From there, you’ll pass the historic Grove Park area, head toward Weaver Park and the UNC Asheville campus, and return to downtown via Broadway Street. Yes…there are hills. And yes…you’ll earn that beer at the finish.  Late August is one of the best times to visit Asheville, with beautiful mountain views, vibrant scenery, and a lively downtown atmosphere. Whether you’re racing for a PR or soaking in the experience, this course delivers. The event will be capped at 2,500 participants , and there will be NO race day registration . All registration closes August 28, 2026, so don’t wait. If you’re a runner—and a craft beer lover—this is the one to run.  Learn more and register at www.craftbeerhalf.com Race Start Times: The Asheville Half Marathon & 10K, starts and finishes at Pack Square 80 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801 Saturday, August 29, 2026 7:00 AM – HALF MARATHON & 10K 7:05 AM - 5K 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM AWARDS CEREMONY Start/Finish: Runners and walkers start at 7:00 AM at Pack Square. You will start and finish uphill...ugh! We ask everyone to be