OctoHalf Half Marathon
Hatfield, PA
- Half Marathon
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
The OctoHalf tours through Hatfield Township’s parks, trail, nursery and arboretum! Take in the relaxing sights as you race through this flat course. After the race, cool off with a walk down the street to our Rocktoberfest fall festival! Filled with vendors, games, activities, food, and live music, this is … MORE
Local Historical Weather (Oct 03):
| 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | |
| H (°F) | 66 | 73 | 76 | 71 | 72 |
| L (°F) | 44 | 55 | 60 | 42 | 54 |
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Good First Year Race
Very nice effort for a first year race. Small field of runners, packet pick up on morning of race, able to park near start and just get out of your … MORE
Very nice effort for a first year race. Small field of runners, packet pick up on morning of race, able to park near start and just get out of your car and walk to start line. The race winds through a lot of residential subdivisions. The roads were not closed, although they report they are changing the course to limit the amount of time spent on “open roads”. The last few miles are spent on an out and back, which is not really that appealing to me. Finish line was simple, with a few drinks and snacks. No fan fare. Limited spectators.
The medal was nice (see photo), unique. You got two shirts, both long sleeve, one “technical” fabric, one cotton. You could purchase a hat with the race logo, but that’s the only merchandise.
Age group awards were personalized and mailed to winners several weeks after the race.
I think there’s a lot of room to grow with this race. The course can be improved (less time on “open roads”). The finish line can use a little more excitement (you basically just grabbed your medal and drinks and walked to your car to leave). I would consider doing it again in a few years, keeping an eye on changes that are made.