It’s the largest weekend party in town, and you can be part of it! Whether you’re a runner or walker, whether you want to volunteer or cheer, whether you want to participate for charity, or just for your own satisfaction, we’d love for you to join us. Sign up today …
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It’s the largest weekend party in town, and you can be part of it! Whether you’re a runner or walker, whether you want to volunteer or cheer, whether you want to participate for charity, or just for your own satisfaction, we’d love for you to join us. Sign up today and be part of the Pig Party!
The Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon is a beautiful course, which “flies” along the streets of Cincinnati, Covington, Newport, Mariemont, Fairfax and Columbia Township. Our course presents a well-balanced, diverse tour of some the best neighborhoods in the area.
The half marathon starts with the full marathon and relay field and goes through Cincinnati, Newport and Covington. The two groups will run together for approximately nine miles, then the half marathon field will turn back toward downtown and end at the Marathon finish line.
In the celebration of the city of Cincinnati and the Flying Pig Marathon, Skyline Chili is proud to present the 3-Way and 4-Way Challenge in the Flying Pig Marathon weekend of events. (The events’ namesakes are the Skyline 3-Way, a Cincinnati signature dish crafted from chili, spaghetti and cheese; and the Skyline 4-Way, crafted from chili, spaghetti, cheese and onions.) To complete the 3-Way Challenge, a single runner must complete Saturday’s 5K and 10K events, as well as Sunday’s Half Marathon. To complete the 4-Way Challenge, a single runner must complete Saturday’s 5K and 10K events, as well as Sunday’s Full Marathon.
Skyline Chili 3-Way and 4-Way Challenge Finishers will receive an additional 3-Way/4-Way Challenge finisher’s medal and other to be determined premiums. Are you up for the Challenge?
Now, for the first time, you can have “extra cheese” on your 3-Way or 4-Way by completing Friday night’s Little Kings Mile! Add one event and you’ll get another medal for the Little Kings Mile, plus additional premiums!
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Everything about this race is top notch. Race organization and runner support is always outstanding before, during and after the race. The course has only one major hill around mile … MORE
Everything about this race is top notch. Race organization and runner support is always outstanding before, during and after the race. The course has only one major hill around mile 6, but is flat, gently rolling and down hill for the rest of the race. There is always continuous crowd support and music throughout the course. One of the best!
Great crowd participation and scenery!
Awesome crowd participation and aid stations. The scenery was great! Cincinnati is a lovely city and the motivational signs along the way were appreciated. The hills snuck up on me … MORE
Awesome crowd participation and aid stations. The scenery was great! Cincinnati is a lovely city and the motivational signs along the way were appreciated. The hills snuck up on me though, and I ended up tweaking my knee and having to walk after mile 19. The free pizza at the end was great! Salty gooey cheese hit the spot after that loooong walk.
Over the top event
One of the best marathons I've run. The spectators are simply amazing and the logistics to set up such a weekend festival is top notch. The medal is one to … MORE
One of the best marathons I’ve run. The spectators are simply amazing and the logistics to set up such a weekend festival is top notch. The medal is one to behold and hang with pride on your medal rack. The swag at the expo is like no other. The course is hilly, but with the spectators and multiple aid stations having your back, their energy is enough to propel you when the going gets tough.
Fantastic Race
Great swag, good course, friendly city. MORE
Great swag, good course, friendly city.
Well oiled machine!
The Cincinnati Flying Pig is a well-oiled machine. After 21 years the organizers definitely know what they are doing. The race swag is second to none, whether it is running … MORE
The Cincinnati Flying Pig is a well-oiled machine. After 21 years the organizers definitely know what they are doing. The race swag is second to none, whether it is running jackets, running blankets, or custom coolers not to mention huge finisher medals and nice looking tech shirts. The crowds are loud and big including the Elvis impersonator going up Eden Park Drive. This should be your bucket list marathon.
Relay fun with Family
This is a challenging course. The fan base is amazing! The swag bag is great. This race is a lot of fun and very interesting course. There are lots of … MORE
This is a challenging course. The fan base is amazing! The swag bag is great. This race is a lot of fun and very interesting course. There are lots of water/Gatorade/snack stops. This is a big race so there are a lot of runners. This is a walker friendly race.
Awesome Race and its run 1st Class
This race is a lot of fun. This was my second Flying Pig Half Marathon and next year I will be running in the full marathon. Can't wait for the … MORE
This race is a lot of fun. This was my second Flying Pig Half Marathon and next year I will be running in the full marathon. Can’t wait for the event next year. The expo has plenty of vendors and great deals on goods. The people (Grunts) as they are called do a tremendous job and the support on the course is second to none. It is a great weekend of fun. There are plenty of things to do around the area. The course is awesome where you get to run in Ohio and Kentucky. The people out on the course giving encouragement and moral support is great. My family looks forward to this event every year. My sister is the one that got me into running this event she competed in several Full Marathon Flying Pigs. I have only ran in two Half Marathons and both have been the Flying Pig. Great race with a lot of great people this is one that wont disappoint you at all. Come and enjoy the fun you won’t regret it.
Don't miss this one!!
The Flying Pig Weekend is a running party. Races of all distances and abilities. A challenge for a first timer or an experienced runner. The city of Cincinnati embraces the … MORE
The Flying Pig Weekend is a running party. Races of all distances and abilities. A challenge for a first timer or an experienced runner. The city of Cincinnati embraces the weekend and the race organization is second to none. More aid and entertainment along the course then you can take in. A tough course but a fun day!
Challenging but doable.
There are a lot of hills in the first nine miles but it’s doable. The amount of support along the entire race really helps drive you to the finish. The … MORE
There are a lot of hills in the first nine miles but it’s doable. The amount of support along the entire race really helps drive you to the finish. The last 3 miles are downhill or flat which is a great way to finish.
Where Pigs Fly
Scenic river with just a touch of hills to give it a little extra challenge! It seems like The whole city turns out & incredible energy from sooo many stations … MORE
Scenic river with just a touch of hills to give it a little extra challenge! It seems like The whole city turns out & incredible energy from sooo many stations & encouragers. This year was only enhanced by perfect weather !!! Celebrate @ the Banks after!
Cincinnati Knows How to Throw a Party!
The Flying Pig weekend is one for the record books! I completed the 3 way challenge and all of the races were well organized and spaced out. The ease of … MORE
The Flying Pig weekend is one for the record books! I completed the 3 way challenge and all of the races were well organized and spaced out. The ease of the bag check was amazing! And, for the half marathon on Sunday, it was incredible to see the torches at the start line! I felt like a celebrity on the red carpet as I approached miles 5 and 8, with all of the spectators cheering us on! Where else will you get thousands of people cheering you on to accomplish your goal?! And, the scenery was beautiful and the weather was perfect for race day. The post-race party was top notch. And, the SWAG! I absolutely LOVED all of the medals and the shirts! So cute and comfortable! This is one race I will never forget!
Do it!
This race more than met my expectations. Before registering, I had heard people rave about this race and it didn’t disappoint. The expo was great to start (including the swag!) … MORE
This race more than met my expectations. Before registering, I had heard people rave about this race and it didn’t disappoint. The expo was great to start (including the swag!) on race day, there were so many “grunts” working the race and everyone was friendly! Throughout the course I couldn’t believe the total number of spectators and fun aid stations. I’ve been running and racing for 8 years, but this was the best race for sure!
Incredible race with swag!
First of all, the race organization of Flying Pig is incredible. The pre race communication and social media presence was excellent. The race expo was huge and well organized. For … MORE
First of all, the race organization of Flying Pig is incredible. The pre race communication and social media presence was excellent. The race expo was huge and well organized. For the price, you get a lot of swag. I got the race shirt, poster and a very cool cooler! The course runs in two states with three bridge crossings. Cincinnati comes out in full force to cheer on the runners. Even with my own race going sour, I still had a great time! Just a warning. Don’t underestimate the hill up to Eden Park, but the view when you reach the top is incredible. Post race party is great too. I will be back next year to run it again!!!
What a Great Race!
The whole event is such a great party from Friday through Sunday. This was my third year in a row (1 half and 2 fulls). There are so many events … MORE
The whole event is such a great party from Friday through Sunday. This was my third year in a row (1 half and 2 fulls). There are so many events for runners of all distances. The organization is great. The crowds are great. The course can be tough with some hills in the beginning but the rest is rolling or flat.
Great experience
The whole experience was great for me. I probably should have trained a little more. I walked the course because of my age and medical history. Very smooth from start … MORE
The whole experience was great for me. I probably should have trained a little more. I walked the course because of my age and medical history. Very smooth from start to finish.
A 26.2 mile Party!
The race is marked by great organization, great crowds, some very scenic vistas and this year there was great weather! I loved all the encouragement from the Grunts (volunteers). MORE
The race is marked by great organization, great crowds, some very scenic vistas and this year there was great weather! I loved all the encouragement from the Grunts (volunteers).
Get Yourself To The Pig ASAP!
Last year, I participated in the half marathon, this year I went for the full marathon. I think that right there should say a lot about the Flying pig Marathon. … MORE
Last year, I participated in the half marathon, this year I went for the full marathon. I think that right there should say a lot about the Flying pig Marathon. From sign up to the course this is one of the best races I’ve ever participated in. The expo has lots of vendors, free samples, and plenty of products to test out. The packet pickup was smooth only thing I don’t like is that you get your packet from the front and go through the whole expo to get to the shirts, freebies (last year was a blanket, this year a large cooler) and poster/magnets. Can be a hustle to carry all and go shopping so bring help lol!
The course, has hydration every mile, medics and food/fuel (bacon, ice pops, cookies, chips, crackers, candies) galore every couple miles too. The crowd support is insane and keeps your spirits high especially when and if a wall is hit. There are crowds of all ages from toddler to the elderly out there either volunteering or cheering. The course does have quite a few hills biggest is between 6-8 miles, so be sure to train for those, after that it’s just small rolling hills but they still work your legs a good bit!
Fantastic relay option!
I have run the Flying Pig half since 2012, but this year decided to try the marathon relay with my siblings. It was so well executed, and such a fun … MORE
I have run the Flying Pig half since 2012, but this year decided to try the marathon relay with my siblings. It was so well executed, and such a fun way to experience the Pig! We all went downtown before the race and 3 of us rode the buses to our relay points. The buses were easy to find and the relay points were really fantastic – lots of snacks, drinks, and porta potties! I thought I might be bored but the energy was fantastic. Then, of course, the race was amazing. I ran the third leg that goes through Mariemont and was amazed at how many people came out to cheer. We had so much fun and absolutely loved the swag we got!
The Flying Pig is Cinci at it's Best!
This was my first race and I had a blast! The 5K race itself was a great course. There was only one big hill and it wan't too bad. The … MORE
This was my first race and I had a blast! The 5K race itself was a great course. There was only one big hill and it wan’t too bad. The race started behind the Paul Brown stadium, went right through the city and ended up at the riverfront. And more than just the race itself, the Flying Pig weekend is fantastic and the whole city rally’s behind it.
Best Race Weekend - EVER
I did the 4 way with extra cheese, participating in races Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. All weekend, the entire city is all in for the Pig. From the expo to … MORE
I did the 4 way with extra cheese, participating in races Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. All weekend, the entire city is all in for the Pig. From the expo to the races themselves, it’s a non-stop party.
As much as the full marathon gets a bad rap for being super hilly, I was able to PR this course. YES, it’s hilly. But the crowd support and relatively flat remainder of the course after around mile 9 makes it such a good, bearable race.
The medals are top notch. Who doesn’t love a double sided medal, with a pig butt and curly tail?!