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File #: ID 25-699    Version: 1 Name: 2025 Harrisonburg Half Marathon
Type: Special Event Application Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 7/28/2025 In control: City Council
On agenda: 8/12/2025 Final action:
Title: Consider the special event application request for the Harrisonburg Half Marathon on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
Attachments: 1. Memorandum, 2. Special Event Application

Subject:

Title

Consider the special event application request for the Harrisonburg Half Marathon on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

Body

Presented By:  Matt Little, Recreation and Events Manager, Parks & Recreation

Recommendation and Review

Background: VA Momentum’s fourth annual Harrisonburg Half Marathon planned in partnership with Parks & Recreation, Tourism, and Economic Development. It will be a signature running event attracting locals and visitors to the City. 

 

This application was reviewed and approved by the Special Events Committee on July 27, 2025.

 

The total cost of this event is estimated to be around $2,500. The event organizer is responsible for payment of applicable charges.

 

 

Key Issues: 

- PW Support (message boards)

- HPD Support (finish line beer garden)

- HFD Support (EMS Bike Team)

- P&R Support (course setup)

- COI and endorsement to be submitted prior to event

- ABC license will be submitted prior to event