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Bull City Race Fest Course Preview - Half Marathon

September 26, 2026
Durham, NC 27705 US

Event Description

Get ready to run Bull City! Join Fleet Feet Durham for our Bull City Race Fest Half Marathon Course Preview on September 26th and get an insider's look at the Half Marathon course before race day.

We're kicking off the morning with roughly 10 miles of the Half Marathon route, starting and finishing at Fleet Feet Durham - Ninth Street. Whether you're in training for your first half marathon, chasing a PR, or simply want to experience the course with some awesome running friends, all paces and experience levels are welcome!

We'll have multiple pace groups, turn-by-turn course guidance, and water and aid available along the route. Come run, learn the course, practice your pacing, and get a feel for race day - without the pressure of race day.

Here is a look at the route for the Course Preview: https://www.strava.com/routes/3405280340559460574

Run The Course

Get familiar with the Bull City Race Fest Half Marathon route!
- Roughly 10 miles of the Half Marathon course
- Multiple pace groups for a variety of running speeds
- Turn-by-turn directions and course guidance
- Water and aid available along the route
- A fun, supportive group-run atmosphere
- All paces and experience levels welcome

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Gear Up Morning

We're making this year's Course Preview more than just a run!

Before we hit the course, get race-day-ready with the Fleet Feet team and some of our favorite running partners. Then, we'll head out together for the Course Preview.

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What's Happening?

ASICS SONICBLAST 2 Launch + Demo

ASICS will be joining us to celebrate the launch of the SONICBLAST 2! Stop by the ASICS demo station to try the new shoe for yourself, talk with the ASICS team, and see if it could be a part of your race-day lineup.

Nutrition & Fueling

Not sure what - or when - you should be eating on race day? We'll have dietitians on hand to answer your questions and help you dial in your race-day fueling strategy.

Physical Therapy & Recovery

Your legs just ran 10 miles. Let's take care of them! Physical therapists will be available after the run to answer questions, provide recovery and injury-prevention tips, and help you head into race day feeling your best.

Food & Snacks

Refuel after your run with food and snacks while hanging out with the Durham running community.

Raffles & Giveaways

Stick around - we'll have raffle prizes, giveaways, and plenty of fun surprises throughout the day!

Why Come?

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Because race day is a lot more fun when you know what you're getting into.

Use this course preview to:
- Get familiar with theĀ Half Marathon course
- Practice your pacing and effort
- See how the course feels under your feet
- Ask questions about training, fueling, shoes, and recovery
- Try out the new ASICS SONICBLAST 2
- Meet our Bull City Race Fest runners
- Get expert advice from dietitians and physical therapists
- Score some food, giveaways, and raffle prizes
- Have a fun Saturday morning with the Fleet Feet Durham community!

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Event Location

737 Ninth Street
Durham, NC 27705 US View Location on Map

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