Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lincoln 2027
- Date
- Saturday, May 8, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Lincoln, Nebraska
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $32 on Feb 2, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | May 8, 20277:00 AM | $28$32 after Feb 2, 2027 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | May 8, 20277:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | May 8, 20277:00 AM | $28$32 after Feb 2, 2027 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 8, 20277:00 AM | $42$48 after Nov 10, 2026 | – |
| Kid's Dash | Kids | May 8, 20277:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 8, 20277:00 AM | Free | – |
| Volunteer Then Run | – | May 8, 20277:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RunVirtual | – | May 8, 20277:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $32 on Feb 2, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $28 until Feb 2, then $32 until Mar 15, then $36 until Apr 19, then $40 until May 7, then $44 until May 8.
- 1 Mile: $22 until May 8.
- Half Marathon: $42 until Nov 10, then $48 until Jan 11, then $54 until Mar 15, then $60 until Apr 19, then $66 until May 6, then $72 until May 8.
- Kid's Dash: $17 until May 8.
Online registration closes May 8, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $42, entry is about 30 percent below a typical half marathon in Nebraska, which costs $60 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Nebraska runs 2:10:59, about 9:59 a mile, based on 12 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:18:41 and men in 1:58:37.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:17 AM, and the 10K starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 1,170 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
TBD, Lincoln, NE 68512
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results5K
Half Marathon
10K
Aggregated from official results for Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lincoln. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lincoln?
At the 2026 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 25:37 or better, the top quarter in 28:27, and half the field in 35:34; the last tenth came in after 47:08.
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:37:26 or better, the top quarter in 1:52:15, and half the field in 2:17:30; the last tenth came in after 2:50:56.
At the 2026 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 51:54 or better, the top quarter in 1:01:50, and half the field in 1:11:19; the last tenth came in after 1:35:22.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 33:21 | 28:56 |
| 20-29 | 37:16 | 30:33 |
| 30-39 | 35:10 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
How fast is it?
About average for Nebraska 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 28:27, against 28:14 in a typical Nebraska 5K, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around May 8 the day usually runs from 52°F at dawn to 76°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 85°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- TBD, Lincoln, NE 68512Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,170 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (May 8, 2027), 2026 (May 17, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lincoln?
- Saturday, May 8, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $32 on Feb 2, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 8, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Nebraska?
- At $42, entry is about 30 percent below a typical half marathon in Nebraska, which costs $60 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 51 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 35:34 and the winner ran 24:06.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 28:27, against 28:14 in a typical Nebraska 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Lincoln, NE 68512.
From the organizers
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!