May 23, 2026 @ 6:00 am – 1:00 pm
The 48th annual Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic Run and Walk will be on Saturday, May 23. This challenging course is well known for its changes in elevation. The Half Marathon Run and Walk will have prize categories (for male and female) for the Open division. Race towels, bottled water and fresh fruit will be available for participants. Participants will receive one food voucher. Pre-registered participants are guaranteed a shirt. The race committee has determined that official race medals will be given to each finisher of the 48th annual Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic Run and Walk. The medals will be handed out as the participants cross the finish line.
PACKET PICKUP IS AT WESBANCO ARENA (LOBBY), 2 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003.
Schedule:
Friday, May 22, 2026
12:00-6:00 PM – Packet Pickup for Half Marathon, 5K, Fun Run, & Tiny Tot Trot
Saturday, May 23, 2026
6:00-8:00 AM – Packet Pickup for Half Marathon, 5K, & Fun Run, & Tiny Tot Trot
8:00-10:30 AM – Packet Pickup Tiny Tot Trot
7:15 AM – Half Marathon Run Starts
7:20 AM – Half Marathon Walk Starts
7:25 AM – 5K Run Starts
7:30 AM – 5K Walk Starts
8:15 AM – Fun Run 1 Mile Starts
10:30 AM – Tiny Tot Trot Starts
11:00 AM – Half Marathon Awards
11:30 AM – 5K Awards
11:15 PM – Pet Walk
Wag those tails & stretch those paws at the Inaugural Ogden Newspapers Wellness Weekend Pet Walk. Rovers on the River, presented by Play N Stay Pet Camp, will take place at Heritage Port (approximately 1.5 miles) on Saturday, May 23rd at 11:15 AM. The walk along the waterfront on the Heritage Trail will take you behind WesBanco Arena and across the walking bridge over Wheeling Creek. The field behind Main Street Bank will contain fun obstacles for the pets, and then it’s back over the walking bridge, finishing on Nailers Way between the WesBanco Arena and the parking garage. Rovers on the River, presented by Play N Stay Pet Camp, will celebrate that special bond between humans and their four-legged friends. This is a pet friendly, non-competitive walk created to enjoy the outdoors, and be a part of the Ogden Newspapers Wellness Weekend.
• Well Behaved Pets Are Welcome
• Pets Must Have Current Vaccinations
• Leashed At All Times And No Retractable Leashes
• Must Clean Up After A Pet Accident (Bags Will Be Provided)
• No Strollers, Roller Blades, Bikes, Scooters Permitted On The Course
• No Refunds Or Deferments Of Entry Fees
$25.00 includes a pet medal and dog bandanna, bags, tennis balls and treats provided by Bully Max
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to an animal shelter.
For complete information regarding Ogden Newspaper WVU Medicine Wellness Weekend, please visit the race website.
Course Map
https://track.rtrt.me/map/RP-OGDENNEWSPAPERSWVUMEDICINEWELLNESSWEEKEND-2026
Race registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
