This is the third time I've run Livermore, and it's still my favorite course. Beautiful scenery, just enough course difficulty, and great post-race festivities. Packet pickup at a local beer … MORE
This is the third time I’ve run Livermore, and it’s still my favorite course. Beautiful scenery, just enough course difficulty, and great post-race festivities. Packet pickup at a local beer garden was a little crowded this year, but that’s a minor quibble. This year, I got to run it with my daughter, which made it more special. We both PR’d.
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My Favorite Half
This is the third time I've run Livermore, and it's still my favorite course. Beautiful scenery, just enough course difficulty, and great post-race festivities. Packet pickup at a local beer … MORE
This is the third time I’ve run Livermore, and it’s still my favorite course. Beautiful scenery, just enough course difficulty, and great post-race festivities. Packet pickup at a local beer garden was a little crowded this year, but that’s a minor quibble. This year, I got to run it with my daughter, which made it more special. We both PR’d.
Good, even if you don't drink wine!
This course has a lot of good scenery. it also has a nice flat start so that you get to warm up before the hills start. I also enjoy being … MORE
This course has a lot of good scenery. it also has a nice flat start so that you get to warm up before the hills start. I also enjoy being a pacer for this race.
Nice hometown race!
I have done this race every year since it's inception and love it. It is small enough that you don't feel overwhelmed by the amount of people and you get … MORE
I have done this race every year since it’s inception and love it. It is small enough that you don’t feel overwhelmed by the amount of people and you get to drink wine at the end. The scenery is also a plus and the coarse is fairly easy with a few medium size hills.
Fun Run but wanted more
The hype before is awesome, music blaring and someone shouting motivational words to everyone really gets you ready. The course unfortunately isn’t much because the scenery doesn’t start to begin … MORE
The hype before is awesome, music blaring and someone shouting motivational words to everyone really gets you ready. The course unfortunately isn’t much because the scenery doesn’t start to begin until further out in the half marathon course. You start downtown and turn back around at the end of Arroyo Road not a whole lot of scenery. However the Kaiser employees and residents of the neighborhood are cheering you on with signs which is awesome. The race always leaves me with wanting more. I wish they did a 10k. The swag is always pretty good, they do a good job with the medals and shirts. Was happy they brought back Men’s and Women’s shirts this year. Overall I give the event 4/5 stars.
awesome run in the wine country
The beer and wine festival after is amazing and part of your entry fee. If you want, you can drink until your heart is content. The course is amazing and … MORE
The beer and wine festival after is amazing and part of your entry fee. If you want, you can drink until your heart is content.
The course is amazing and beautiful too through the vineyards. The bottle opener medal was my favorite.
A gorgeous run through the Vineyards
This course is amazing and really should be part of the Wine Country Race series. That is how nice and scenic the Livermore course is. You also can't go wrong … MORE
This course is amazing and really should be part of the Wine Country Race series. That is how nice and scenic the Livermore course is. You also can’t go wrong with the All you can drink Beer and Wine at the end of the race. The shirts and medals were great too. I just can’t rave enough about my hometown Livermore Half Marathon.
Fun race in downtown Livermore!
This was my fifth 5K, and I had a great time running it! The course was out-and-back and pretty flat. There was quite a bit of congestion at the starting … MORE
This was my fifth 5K, and I had a great time running it! The course was out-and-back and pretty flat. There was quite a bit of congestion at the starting line, and it took a good quarter-mile to get out of the crush of people — I think waves might have been helpful for this.
Otherwise, I had an easy time getting my packet, and the booths after the race were great! Finishers got a wine glass (in addition to the typical medal & t-shirt) and there was a selection of wineries & breweries offering up beer & wine to finishers. Overall, I would definitely do it again (especially since I have family pretty much on the course, which makes it a breeze for me transportation-wise)!
Beautiful run through the vines
Such an awesome time running this race though the 7 AM start time was a little brutal. I think that an 8 am start time would be better. Love the … MORE
Such an awesome time running this race though the 7 AM start time was a little brutal. I think that an 8 am start time would be better. Love the end of race festival you get to drink wine and beer from the swag glass that you get at the end of the race!! I’ll definitely be running this race again.
Run every LHM ... probably my favorite!!
The course is an awesome mix of charming town streets, park trails through the surrounding lush green hills, and paths which skirt vineyards and follow creeks with spring runoff. MORE
The course is an awesome mix of charming town streets, park trails through the surrounding lush green hills, and paths which skirt vineyards and follow creeks with spring runoff.
A must run event
The Livermore half marathon is definitely a race to put on your bucket. The race starts of beautiful downtown Livermore or runs out to some of this County parks and … MORE
The Livermore half marathon is definitely a race to put on your bucket. The race starts of beautiful downtown Livermore or runs out to some of this County parks and alongside Wente Vineyards. Can’t ask for more beautiful race, the course is very easy only a few Hills to climb. Definitely my favorite event of the year
Beautiful scenic undulating hills
The expo and race in in Downtown Livermore with many restaurants so bring your family and make it a nice outing. Weather in March in this area can be unpredictable … MORE
The expo and race in in Downtown Livermore with many restaurants so bring your family and make it a nice outing. Weather in March in this area can be unpredictable so hard to know what to expect in advance. First year I ran it I wore short and short sleeve too. This year I wore pants, long sleeve top, ear warmer and gloves! There are some undulating hills so I suggest some hill train. The hills come after mile 8. The post race wine and beer is awesome. I didn’t take advantage of it but my friends did. Overall, very well organized, fun, well supported race.
My favorite race!!!
I absolutely love running this course! I only wish race day packet pick up was free. I enjoy the atmosphere and people are encouraging and supportive. MORE
I absolutely love running this course! I only wish race day packet pick up was free. I enjoy the atmosphere and people are encouraging and supportive.
A well deserved wine treat
This was my third time participating in Livermore Half Marathon. The production has been consistently well put together. The volunteers know what they are doing and are very helpful. The … MORE
This was my third time participating in Livermore Half Marathon. The production has been consistently well put together. The volunteers know what they are doing and are very helpful. The course is absolutely breathtaking! Love the views and funny banners displayed by locals! The wine tasting at the end is a cherry on top once you have a designated driver with you! 😀👍 Look forward to 2019 race!
Very good race through wineries
This is my first race and the race course is very nice and scenic. The Course profile has moderate up and downs and it goes through the flat terrain most … MORE
This is my first race and the race course is very nice and scenic. The Course profile has moderate up and downs and it goes through the flat terrain most of the time.
3rd race and it gets better every year.
Well organized and fairly flat course. Wine and beer after race if you're into that at 9am. Third time running and it seems to get a little better every year. … MORE
Well organized and fairly flat course. Wine and beer after race if you’re into that at 9am. Third time running and it seems to get a little better every year. Being a Livermore resident I will be supporting this race as long as I’m running.
Love the Livermore 1/2
i have ran the Livermore 1/2 three times, and was pretty bummed that i had to change my bib to the 5k. I wasn’t to thrilled about the course. overall … MORE
i have ran the Livermore 1/2 three times, and was pretty bummed that i had to change my bib to the 5k. I wasn’t to thrilled about the course.
overall this is a great event, will run it again (the 1/2) just one thing….BRING BACK THE DOUNUTS AT THE FINISH!
This race has lost something
I've run the Livermore Half three times now. This year the race was organized by a new group. The EXPO was laid out in a weird way. The date was … MORE
I’ve run the Livermore Half three times now. This year the race was organized by a new group. The EXPO was laid out in a weird way. The date was too early for the location. It was colder and not as green as it will be 3 weeks later. They also made a significant change to the route just a week before the race. It was nice that it was close and that I paid early enough to feel like I still got my money’s worth, but I was disappointed after two great experiences.
One of my all time favs!!
Great course, great event! Metal is always very creative and fitting for the occasion. I have run this one every year so far, and plan on continuing as a LEGACY … MORE
Great course, great event! Metal is always very creative and fitting for the occasion. I have run this one every year so far, and plan on continuing as a LEGACY runner!
Love this event!
Great location in beautiful Livermore wine country. Race is fun and very well organized. The beer and wine tasting that followed was an extra bonus! MORE
Great location in beautiful Livermore wine country. Race is fun and very well organized. The beer and wine tasting that followed was an extra bonus!
Love this run
There is a combo of hills and straight always. Mostly on pavement. Scenery is awesome. Looking over a lot of the wine country. Was kinda cold at start, but was … MORE
There is a combo of hills and straight always. Mostly on pavement. Scenery is awesome. Looking over a lot of the wine country. Was kinda cold at start, but was nice and cool with sun out.