OKIE HALF INFO:

MARCH 14, 2020 - 1/2 @ 7:30, 5k @ 8:00 - Muskogee, ok 
I:40 Race Service with the help of the Muskogee Running Club and Muskogee Parks & Recreation will host the the Okie Half on March 14th, 2020.  In 2019, this event was called "Halfbox" and was the first half marathon held in Muskogee.  The new celebrates "Okie from Muskogee" and also brings improved courses, shirts, medals, that will transform the event.  This will also be the USATF Oklahoma Half Marathon State Championship and will be a great flat half marathon course for runners of any pace to enjoy.  
  • ​Both 5k and half marathon will be run on new USATF certified courses.  We originally planned on using the Hatbox field hanger as the S/F point, but construction has pushed that plan back.  Click here for more information on courses.
  • There will be lots of goodies and extras with this event.  5k runners will get a long sleeved tech shirt Half runners will get a Quarter zip pullover. 
  • Custom finishers medals for half finishers, great aide stations, and food afterwards. 
EARLY BIRD: Before January 15th:
  • 5k: $25
  • Half Marathon: $55 
January 16th to February 20th:
  • 5k: $30
  • Half Marathon: $60 
February 21st to Race Day:
  • 5k: $35
  • Half Marathon: $65
  • Packet Pick Up/Late Registration: The packet pickup will be on Friday evening March 13th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Fairfield Inn & Suites at 1650 N 32nd St, Muskogee, OK.  You do not have to pick up your packet on Friday.  They will be available on race day starting at 6:30 am.  In-person registration will be available on Friday and Saturday.
  • Official Lodging Partner:  The Fairfield is also providing a block of rooms at discounted rate for Okie Half Runners.  Please call 918-683-6700 to make a reservation.  
  • Start Times: 7:45 am for the Half, 8:00 am for the 5k
  • Time Limit: For the half marathon the time limit is 4:15 (Must finish by noon).
  • USATF Certified Courses:  Both the 5k and Half Marathon course will be on flat and fast USATF Certified courses. Click on the course maps page for more details and to get a PDF of the Half and 5k course maps
  • ​USATF Oklahoma Half Marathon State Championships - There will be male and female state champion crowned at this event.  Male & Female winners will receive a $150 prize and custom trophy.  In order to be eligible to win, you must an Oklahoma resident and a current member of USATF.  Click here for USATF Membership information ​
OKLAHOMA  HALF 
CHAMPIONSHIP
$150 will be awarded to the Male and Female Champions. You must be a resident of Oklahoma and a USATF member.  (Click for membership details).  Separate awards will go to the top 3 overall male & female.  

Post Run Feed 

All Half Participants will get a food truck meal at the finish line from Mother Tuckers BBQ!  5k runners and fans can purchase a meal. Snack food and drinks are also provided
Support running in our area
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20% of the proceeds from this event will go towards the co-host - the Muskogee Running Club.  The running club is an organization that seeks to build and promote running and running events the in Muskogee area.  The club is also involved in many philanthropic efforts that the funding from the Okie Half will be used towards. ​​
About Event Host: I:40 Race Service
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I:40 is based out of Muskogee and our services are race timing, race planning, course measurement & certification, promotion, & awards.  I:40 has a double meaning - Inspirational passage in Isaiah 40 & our service area along US I-40 in Eastern Oklahoma. 
Plan a visit to Muskogee for the Okie Half
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We are partnering with the Muskogee Chamber of Commerce to make this an enjoyable weekend for all out of town runners.  Check back soon for information on the official lodging provider.

THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING THIS EVENT

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Thank you for visiting okiehalf.com. We hope to see you for the half marathon or 5k in March in Muskogee, OK