The Harrisburg Half Marathon is held annually in the month of September. The race is run on City Island and along the scenic Riverfront Park in the downtown Harrisburg community. The September date allows the race to attract many participants training for a full marathon, with the Harrisburg Half Marathon fitting nicely into their marathon-training schedule. The 2011 Harrisburg Half Marathon had over 1000 participants, which is incredible growth from the first race, which attracted 100 participants. The race had record growth last year and is quickly becoming one of the largest running events in the Harrisburg area. The Harrisburg Half Marathon takes a lot of coordination from many volunteers. Each year there are 70-80 volunteers that help make this race a success. This race is held in conjunction with the Harrisburg Road Runners Club and has a very bright future.

Awards will be given for "Overall Open" and "Masters" for males and females. "Five year" age groups for males to age 60 and 65 and over. "Five year" age groups for females to age 60 and 65 and over. $250.00 prize money will be awarded to the top male and female finishers.