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Vincennes Historical
Half Marathon
April 18th, 2026

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We’re proud to partner with Buddy Ball/Vincennes for our FREE Buddy Run! 💪

Caretakers are welcome to participate with the athlete.

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Packet Pick Up

Pre-race packet pickup will be held Friday 4/17 at the The KCARC, 4711 Old Wheatland Rd, Vincennes, IN 47591 from 5:00-8:00pm and Saturday 4/18 from 7am-7:45am at the Runner's Hub in the Burkhart Insurance Parking Lot, 19 N 1st St, Vincennes near the finish line.

Race Route

Explore Indiana’s first city while you run through its most historic landmarks

The course is very flat and scenic so it is great for those new to half marathons.

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A Historical Half Marathon Event sponsored by

Uplift Knox County

Our mission is simple: to uplift Vincennes through collaborative service, community giving, and events that bring people together — honoring our history while building a stronger, more connected future for all who live and work here.

ABOUT US

Vincennes Historical Half Marathon has teamed up with Creative Market Solutions for the First City Night Market Event.

Home of Local Goods & Shopping…

Our Local Creators & Small Businesses will be returning to the 1972 KCARC Community Center!

This indoor specialty event will give you the opportunity to support Community Organizations & Businesses while giving you access to Local-Made & Hand-Crafted Items along with Fine Goods & Foods.

Apply To Be A Vendor

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Half Marathon Route

10K Route

5K Route

Kid's Fun Run

We’re proud to partner with Buddy Ball/Vincennes for our FREE Buddy Run! 💪

This 0.25 mile race is designed for those with special needs.

Caretakers are welcome to participate with the athlete.

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Beautiful Vincennes

Sites to See

Grouseland, President Harrison Mansion

Built in 1803, Grouseland is the mansion built by former Indiana Territorial Governor and 9th U.S. President, William Henry Harrison.

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Indiana Military Museum

The Indiana Military Museum holds several annual veterans appreciation days to honor veterans of WWI, WWII, and Vietnam. Check out their calendar for all the upcoming events.

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George Rogers Clark National State Park

George Rogers Clark organized the militia to defend against the war parties sent by the British who ignored the proclamation line.

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Historic Main Street Shopping District

Vincennes' Main Street includes boutiques, specialty stores, gift shops, art galleries, restaurants, and professional offices.

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Old State Bank Building

The Old State Bank was the Vincennes branch of the State Bank of Indiana in 1838 and is an excellent example of Greek Revival architecture with massive Doric columns and triangular pediment.

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Basilica of St. Francis Xavier

What started as a crude log structure built about 1732, is where the first parish in Indiana was formed. Four bishops are buried in the crypt of the current Cathedral and the adjoining cemetery.

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George Rogers Clark National State Park

George Rogers Clark organized the militia to defend against the war parties sent by the British who ignored the proclamation line.

LEARN MORE

Basilica of St. Francis Xavier

What started as a crude log structure built about 1732, is where the first parish in Indiana was formed. Four bishops are buried in the crypt of the current Cathedral and the adjoining cemetery.

LEARN MORE

Vincennes Historical Half Marathon

Ticket

$75

Vincennes Historical 10K

Ticket

$60

Vincennes Historical 5K

Ticket

$40

Kids Fun Run - Sponsored by the YMCA

Ticket

FREE

Buddy Run - Sponsored by Buddy Ball

Ticket

Free

More Information

Want to learn more?

Indiana’s First City is the perfect getaway for history enthusiasts.

Vincennes/Knox County Visitors and Tourism Bureau
Located in the Elihu Stout Building
702 Main Street
Vincennes, Indiana 47591

Countdown to Vincennes Historical Half

Packet Pick Up

Race Route

A Historical Half Marathon Event sponsored by

Uplift Knox County

Click on the race map to learn more!

Half Marathon Route

10K Route

5K Route

Kid's Fun Run

Beautiful Vincennes

Sites to See

Grouseland, President Harrison Mansion

Indiana Military Museum

George Rogers Clark National State Park

Historic Main Street Shopping District

Old State Bank Building

Basilica of St. Francis Xavier

George Rogers Clark National State Park

Basilica of St. Francis Xavier

Vincennes Historical Half Marathon

Ticket

$75

Vincennes Historical 10K

Ticket

$60

Vincennes Historical 5K

Ticket

$40

Kids Fun Run - Sponsored by the YMCA

Ticket

FREE

Buddy Run - Sponsored by Buddy Ball

Ticket

Free

Want to learn more?

Indiana’s First City is the perfect getaway for history enthusiasts.

Attractions & Lodging

Lodging

Dining

Historic Downtown Shopping

Museums

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