Celebrating over four decades of tradition, the Nittany Valley Half Marathon returns on December 7, 2025, offering runners a scenic and rewarding experience in State College, Pennsylvania. The 13.1-mile course begins and ends at the Snider Agricultural Arena on the Penn State campus, weaving through picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills, Spring Creek, and the quaint village of Houserville. Participants will benefit from chip timing, well-marked routes, and multiple water stations at miles 3.2, 6.8, 9, and 11.7. The race supports Centre Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM), a nonprofit organization providing free medical and dental care to residents and workers in Centre County. Registration opens on April 1, 2025, with proceeds benefiting CVIM.
Race
Half Marathon
Race Date:
07 December, 2025
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon is scheduled for December 7, 2025, in State College, Pennsylvania, USA, and is organized by the Nittany Valley Running Club. This challenging 21.1 km race features 262 meters of elevation gain, taking runners through the scenic countryside and rolling hills surrounding Penn State University.
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FAQs
What is the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
How long is the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
Where does the Nittany Valley Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon is scheduled for December 7, 2025, in State College, Pennsylvania, USA, and is organized by the Nittany Valley Running Club. This challenging 21.1 km race features 262 meters of elevation gain, taking runners through the scenic countryside and rolling hills surrounding Penn State University.
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon takes place in State College, PA, USA.
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon elevation gain is 262 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon is scheduled for December 7, 2025, in State College, Pennsylvania, USA, and is organized by the Nittany Valley Running Club. This challenging 21.1 km race features 262 meters of elevation gain, taking runners through the scenic countryside and rolling hills surrounding Penn State University.
How long is the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Nittany Valley Half Marathon take place?
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon takes place in State College, PA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
The Nittany Valley Half Marathon elevation gain is 262 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Nittany Valley Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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