April Fools Half Marathon & 8K
Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Apr 11, 2027 - Sunday
8k/5mi, Half-marathon
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Race Information
Run New Jersey's oceanfront half-marathon. With over 8 miles of Boardwalk running, the April Fools Half Marathon offers a shared start and finish line and a fast, flat course along the Atlantic Ocean. If your looking for a spring half marathon, look no further! Take the Jester Challenge by running the 8K and Half Marathon on April Fools weekend and earn two finisher medals and special swag.
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5K • 8K • Half-Marathon • Marathon
🗓️ November 14, 2026 - Saturday | 📍 Ocean City, MD
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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