Welcome to the first ever Children of the Sun Half Marathon, presented by CENTURY 21! This is Spokane’s newest late-summer race experience, taking runners down one of the city’s most underrated paved trails. Whether you're chasing a PR, tackling your first half marathon, or just looking for a fun local race with a laid-back atmosphere, this event was built for you. All three distances — Half Marathon , 12K , and 5K — take place entirely on the Children of the Sun Trail in Spokane, starting at Wildhorse Park. Expect smooth pavement, wide-open views, rolling elevation changes, and a course that rewards smart pacing. It’s fast enough to race, challenging enough to stay interesting, and beginner-friendly from start to finish. What to Expect: Fully paved trail course Aid stations with water and electrolytes Finisher medals Great race photos Local Spokane running community atmosphere Beginner-friendly environment Coffee, snacks, and post-race hangout area Whether you’re running 13.1 miles or
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Children of the Sun Half Marathon 2026 — Spokane, WA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Spokane, WA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
