The Greenbrier Half Marathon 2026, organized by Capstone Event Group, is a premier distance running event set within the historic and expansive grounds of The Greenbrier resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. Scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, the event offers a rare opportunity to run through one of America's most iconic luxury estates. The course is entirely paved, winding past landmark features such as The Greenbrier Chapel and the Tennis Club. With a generous 3.5-hour time limit, the event is designed to be inclusive for both competitive runners and those maintaining a steadier 16-minute-per-mile pace.
| Race Distance | Start Time (General) | Wheelchair Start |
|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon | 6:45 AM | 6:40 AM |
| 10k Run | 6:55 AM | 6:50 AM |
| 5k Run | 7:00 AM | 6:55 AM |
White Sulphur Springs is a historic resort town in Greenbrier County, West Virginia, with a community population of approximately 2,300 residents. The local economy and identity are fundamentally tied to The Greenbrier, a National Historic Landmark that has hosted 28 U.S. presidents. The demographic profile is approximately 90% White and 5% Black, with a median household income of roughly $45,000 USD within the town, though the resort itself serves an ultra-affluent international clientele. The geography is defined by the lush Allegheny Mountains, providing a striking mountain valley backdrop for the race course. The resort grounds alone span 11,000 acres, offering a mix of manicured landscapes and dense forest views.
The race start and finish areas are located on Sampras Way, situated conveniently near The Greenbrier Chapel and the Tennis Club & Fitness Center. Because the course remains open to resort traffic, participants are advised to stay alert, though security personnel are stationed at all major intersections to facilitate safe movement. Following the morning races, a celebratory Post Race Party begins at 7:30 AM and continues until 11:30 AM, allowing participants to enjoy the resort's hospitality immediately after finishing. For those traveling for the event, Capstone provides extensive "Plan Your Stay" resources to help runners book luxury accommodations directly on-site, turning the race weekend into a complete high-end mountain retreat.
May 09, 2026
Distance — 21.1K
Type — Running
06:45
$149.00
May 09, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
06:55
$119.00
May 09, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
07:00
$104.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in White Sulphur Springs.
Learn more about the host city, White Sulphur Springs.
White Sulphur Springs is a small town in West Virginia and is perhaps the only place where you can sleep at one of Americas nicest hotels, tour a secret government controlled underground bunker under it, and walk in the footsteps of former American presidents all as part of one experience.
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