Get ready to experience the 5th Annual RAD Half Marathon & 10k, where art meets adrenaline in Downtown Asheville, NC!
The RAD Half Marathon & 10K is more than just a race—it’s a high-energy celebration of Asheville’s creative heartbeat. Set in the heart of the River Arts District, this event supports local artists and highlights the vibrant, one-of-a-kind art scene that makes Asheville shine. Every mile helps lift up the makers, dreamers, and doers who bring this community to life.
The RAD Half Marathon and the 10K course are both USATF Sanctioned and Certified.
Permit pending government approval | Race course subject to change
Half Marathon Certification Number: NC25009DF
Here's what's included in your entry
- A first-class running experience in early summer in Western North Carolina!
- Dri-fit event shirt, available in men's & women's sizes, until deadline
- All finishers will receive a one-of-a-kind, custom-designed, commemorative finisher medal
- Goody Bag
- Complimentary bag drop at the start line (transported to the finish line for post-race pickup)
- One-of-a-kind Prizes made locally
- Your choice of a complimentary beer, RAD Half Lager at Hi-Wire Brewing, or a complimentary cup of gelato from Sugar & Snow at the finish line
- Live Music along the course and at the finish
- Complimentary shuttle from finish line back to Pack Square park (start area) after the race
- Scenic, fast, downhill to mostly flat courses exploring Downtown, the Greenways and the River Arts District in Asheville, NC
- USATF Certified and Sanctioned course and race
- Course fully-marked with route signs and course markings on the road
- Course maps to get you prepped for race day
- Chip-timing for accurate, live results
- Access to our community of runners in our Strava Group
- Spectator friendly courses
- Skip packet pickup and sign up to have your swag shipped. Ability to have your race number, bag and shirt shipped before the race. Select this option during online registration.
Event Swag
All runners will receive a complimentary dri-fit event shirt, available in men's and women's sizes, with their registration until Sunday, May 10th at midnight! Beginning May 11th, shirts will be available for purchase in limited quantities and sizes for $25.
Don't forget! You can choose to have your shirt and bib shipped to you before the race for $15. This option is available up until May 24th at midnight, either during registration or from the Race Store.
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2026 Half Marathon & 10k Finisher Medals
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Cash prizes for the 10k!
There will be cash prizes for the overall top three male and female winners of the 10k!
1st place - $100
2nd place - $75
3rd place - $50
Must be present at the awards ceremony to accept your cash prize!
Packet Pickup
Click HERE for the Packet Pickup | RAD Artisan Market + Race Expo schedule and details.
Beginner Training Programs with Coach Jess!
Rogue Runner Beginner 10K or Half Marathon Training Plans
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These 12-week beginner plans include:
- A complete, progressive 12-week training plan (adjustable for schedule and fitness level based on past races or paces)
- Optional “swap day” instructions for busy weeks
- A one-time initial coaching call (30 mins)
- Email communication with light coaching support
- PDF race day checklist (hydration, gear, pacing reminders)
- Goal-based pacing chart for race day
- Quick start guide on “How to Read Your Training Plan”
- Invite to a private Strava group for connection and encouragement
Each plan is packed with practical guidance and tips to help athletes feel confident and prepared each week.
Purchase your training plan during registration or through the RACE STORE, then be on the lookout for further direction from Coach Jess, via email!
Price: 10k Plan - $40 | Half Marathon Plan - $60
Interested in your own custom or more advanced plan? Coach Jess is offering all iDaph Events runners 10% off her 1:1 coaching! Reach out to her at info@theroguecoach.com for more info!
This race is part of the Appalachian Trilogy!
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The RAD Half Marathon is the 3rd event in the Appalachian Trilogy Series!
Registration for the 2026 series will open December 16th, 2025! Register for all three (or four!) events at the same time and receive a discount at checkout!
CLICK HERE for more information!
Event schedule
- Sat, June 13, 2026 10:00 AM - RAD Shakeout Run & Studio Stroll
- Sat, June 13, 2026 1:00 PM - Pre-event Packet Pickup & Art Market - 1:00pm - 5:00pm - The Venue (21 North Market St)
- Sun, June 14, 2026 5:45 AM - LIMITED/EMERGENCY Race Day Packet Pickup 5:45am - 6:30am - The Venue - 21 North Market St
- Sun, June 14, 2026 7:00 AM - Both races start at Pack Square Park, Downtown Asheville
- Sun, June 14, 2026 7:30 AM - Art Market + Post Race Party at Hi-Wire (Live music, special RAD Lager Beer)
- Sun, June 14, 2026 8:45 AM - 10k Award Ceremony
- Sun, June 14, 2026 9:30 AM - Half Marathon Award Ceremony
- Sun, June 14, 2026 10:30 AM - Course Cutoff
Contact information
- Event contact
- The iDaph Support Team
- Phone
- 8286840812
- Website
- Visit website
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Half Marathon (in-person) Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 days 18 hours-
Includes goody bag, finisher medal, complimentary beer OR ice cream at finish line, complimentary shuttle ticket from finish line back to start, and free dri-fit tech shirt until deadline
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$98.75
Exclusive Launch Pricing
Sep 11 – Sep 21 -
$104.13
Super Duper Early Registration
Sep 22 – Nov 9 -
$109.50
Early Registration
Nov 10 – Jan 18 -
$114.88
Regular Registration
Jan 19 – Mar 15 -
$117.56
Almost Late Registration
Mar 16 – May 17 -
$120.25
Late Registration
May 18 – Jun 7 -
$125.63
Race Week
Jun 8 – Jun 14
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10k (in-person) Opening soon
Registration opens in 3 days 18 hours-
Includes goody bag, finisher medal, complimentary beer OR ice cream at finish line, complimentary shuttle ticket from finish line back to start, and free dri-fit tech shirt until deadline
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$61.13
Exclusive Launch Pricing
Sep 11 – Sep 21 -
$66.50
Super Duper Early Registration
Sep 22 – Nov 9 -
$69.19
Early Registration
Nov 10 – Jan 18 -
$71.88
Regular Registration
Jan 19 – Mar 15 -
$74.56
Almost Late Registration
Mar 16 – May 17 -
$77.25
Late Registration
May 18 – Jun 7 -
$82.63
Race Week
Jun 8 – Jun 14
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VIRTUAL Half Marathon Opening soon
(NOT PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON) Includes finisher medal and free dri-fit tech shirt until deadline
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$71.88Sep 11 - Jun 14
VIRTUAL 10k Opening soon
(NOT PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON) Includes finisher medal and free dri-fit tech shirt until deadline
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$55.75Sep 11 - Jun 14
Sponsors
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Annual Sponsors
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Corporate Sponsor
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Race Partners
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