April 1, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
COLUMBUS, Ohio (April 2, 2025) – The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon has been named one of the top half marathons in the country by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the second consecutive year.
Each year, USA TODAY 10Best editors and a panel of expert runners compile a list of their 20 top events in the country and open it up to the public to vote for their top 10 events. The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon ranked #2 in the voting.
“We are incredibly honored to be named one of the top half marathons in the country again,” said David Babner, Cap City Race Director and founder of M3S Sports. “We always knew Columbus was one the greatest sports town in the country and we’re proud to bring the city one of the top Half Marathons in the country!”
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) is the flagship event on the M3S Sports annual event schedule. The event also includes the OhioHealth Capital City Quarter Marathon (6.55 Miles) and Columbus Promise 5K (3.1 Miles).
Focused on creating a remarkable celebration of the healthy, active lifestyle, USA TODAY credits the scenic course and one-of-a-kind post-race party featuring complimentary food, beverages, and a post-race concert with North to Nashville as the highlights of this event.
“This event would not be possible without the incredible support of our event partners, City of Columbus officials, Medical Director, Ben Bring and the OhioHealth medical team, and the running and walking community,” says Babner. “Our goal has always been to create the greatest celebration of the running and walking community and we could not be prouder of this national recognition.”
The OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon, set for Saturday, April 26, will welcome over 10,000 runners and walkers to downtown Columbus. Participants will experience a world-class race atmosphere, premium race swag, and a vibrant post-race celebration at the Columbus Commons.
Registration is open and runners and walkers of all experiences and levels are welcome to join and experience the celebration. Registration and more information can be found at CapitalCityHalfMarathon.com.
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About the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon:
Founded in 2004, the OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon is one of the premier road race events in the Midwest. The event features the OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K and is produced by M3S Sports. Voted the #2 Half Marathon in the Country by USA Today, the event features a one-of-a-kind tour of Columbus and a post-race party and concert to celebrate runners and walkers living a healthy, active lifestyle.
Media Contact:
Danielle Wagner, M3S Sports & OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon
Danielle@M3SSports.com
ph: 330.727.4883
@CapCityHalf; @M3SSports