Lincoln Marathon & Half Marathon 2025
in United States at University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Lincoln Nebraska-
Marathon (Strict six-hour time limit)
Please note: Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS. *Please note that the option to use your deferred registration from 2024 has now passed.*Online registration is closed for this category.
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Half Marathon
Please note: Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS. *Please note that the option to use your deferred registration from 2024 has now passed.*Online registration is closed for this category.
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Upgrade to Marathon
Prior registration for the Half Marathon requiredOnline registration is closed for this category.
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Virtual Marathon
Shirt and medal shipped after you upload your finish time.Online registration is closed for this category.
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Virtual Half Marathon
Shirt and medal shipped after you upload your finish time.Online registration is closed for this category.
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Defer My Registration to 2026
*Requires 2025 Transaction Code ** Must be redeemed by March 31st 2026*Online registration is closed for this category.
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2025 to 2026 Half Marathon Defer Record
Online registration is closed for this category.
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2025 to 2026 Marathon Defer Record
Online registration is closed for this category.
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Withdrawn
Online registration is closed for this category.
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The 48th Annual Lincoln Marathon & Half Marathon |
Nebraska's premier marathon is back with many of the unique features that have made it so special for 48 years. In addition to a spectacular course through the streets of Lincoln, we are pleased to once again offer an Expo, Awards Ceremony and After-Party. Our event caters to runners of all ages and abilities, from elite runners to everyday athletes looking to accomplish a fitness goal. We can't wait to see you again in 2025! There is a strict 6 hour course limit for the marathon.
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YMCA of Lincoln - Our Charity Partner |
One of Lincoln’s largest nonprofit organizations focusing on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA of Lincoln has served the community for over 150 years—promoting positive values through programs that build spirit, mind, and body for all. Today, the YMCA serves the community with facilities in all quadrants of Lincoln through programs including swim lessons, Youth Sports, Camp Kitaki’s overnight resident summer camp, child care programs, disease management, and more. Everyone is welcome, and Open Doors Financial Assistance is available to those in need. For more information, visit YMCALincoln.org.
All donations benefit the YMCA's Annual Fundraising Campaign - Strong Kids, so that more children, families, and seniors can experience the Y, regardless of financial limitations.

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Fly-Over Challenge |

Are you up for a new CHALLENGE!?
The TopCity Half Marathon and the Lincoln Track Club have partnered to offer the inaugural Fly-Over Challenge. Hit two high-quality races in one weekend - Topeka, Kansas and Lincoln, Nebraska.
Register for each race separately, and at the completion of the Lincoln race on May 4th, you’ll get the commemorative medal, and, there is no additional fee to register for the challenge!
TopCity Half Marathon will be held Saturday, May 3 in downtown Topeka. The Lincoln Half Marathon takes place Sunday, May 4 – take flight with us!
More information can be found here and will be emailed to you at the completion of your Lincoln Marathon registration.
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Questions? |
For event-related questions, please click on the Contact the Organizers button on the left-hand side of this page.
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