The Cap City Half Marathon is an annual trek about the Greater Downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods of Columbus, OH. As the race season kicks off in the spring, nestled at the end of April, thousands of people converge on the downtown area of the capital city for a fun filled 13 mile run.
A great race for runners of all skill levels, this race lends itself well to beginners and intermediate runners looking to try their hand at a new challenge thanks to its minimal elevation changes and simple course structure. The streets along the way are lined with tons of spectators through multiple neighborhoods and a jaunt through the campus of THE Ohio State University.
Like most races, the best part is the after party. Ending near what’s called the Columbus Commons, the runners and spectators converge on an open park area with food and drink vendors for recovery alongside live music to help celebrate the accomplishments of those who partook in the race.
If you’re a runner in the Midwest and looking for a change of scenery without breaking the budget for travel and accommodations, the Cap City Half Marathon is a great event to kick off your season on the right foot.
Don’t forget to stop by one of my favorite local spots after for a nice recovery meal: Buckeye Donuts on High St. or Mikey’s Late Night Slice (open for lunch) on 4th.