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Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon
Race Details:
- Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
- Race Date: 02/21/2027
- Race Distances: Half Marathon
Qualifying Race For:
Boston: No
World Major Qualifier: No
Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon Description
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon is a night race down the iconic Las Vegas Strip, starting after dark and passing the city’s most famous landmarks under neon lights. The flat, fast course pairs well with a personal best attempt, backed by live bands, DJs, and performers stationed along the route. It’s one of the most electrifying half marathons in the country, drawing runners as much for the entertainment as the finish.
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Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon Additional Details:
The finisher medal here spins and glows in the dark, a fitting souvenir for a race run entirely under neon and stage lights. Aid stations appear roughly every 1.5 miles with water, Gatorade, and gels at select stops, though the real draw is the spectacle: the Strip section delivers electric crowd energy, while the later downtown stretch runs quieter and more subdued, a deliberate change of pace before the show returns at the end. The finish line is the payoff, lasers cutting through the night beside the Mirage volcano, turning the last few hundred meters into one of the most theatrical finishes in road racing.
Course Information
Profile: Very Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement
Pace Groups: Yes
Time Limit: 4 hours
# of Finishers
14,000+ Half Marathon
Elevation Details
Elevation Gain: Unknown
Elevation Loss: Unknown
Average Temperature
- Low: 44°F
- High: 66°F
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Things to Do in Las Vegas, NV, USA
Make the most of race weekend — here’s how to fill the time before and after you cross the finish line.
Zoos, Aquariums & Gardens
Shark Reef Aquarium
See sharks, rays, and other marine life at the Shark Reef Aquarium inside Mandalay Bay — an easy, indoor, low-impact stop for recovering legs after race day.
Shopping
The Forum Shops at Caesars
Window shop luxury brands beneath the barrel-vaulted, sky-shifting ceiling of The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace — an easy, flat, indoor stroll for a post-race souvenir.
Landmark
Fountains of Bellagio
Watch the choreographed Fountains of Bellagio erupt along the Strip, one of Las Vegas’s most iconic free shows — an easy, flat, low-impact stop after race weekend.
Scenic Drives & Viewpoints
High Roller
Take in panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip from the High Roller observation wheel — a relaxed, low-impact way to spend a rest day after racing.
Arts & Culture
The Arts Factory
Browse a rotating collection of individual artists and galleries at The Arts Factory in Downtown Las Vegas — a relaxed, indoor way to spend a taper day.
Museums & History
Springs Preserve
Explore museums, galleries, and an interpretive trail system at Springs Preserve, tracing the origins of Las Vegas — an easy, indoor-outdoor, low-impact stop after race day.
Outdoors & Trails
Red Rock Canyon
Hike a portion of Red Rock Canyon’s 30 miles of trails, ranging from easy to challenging just west of the Strip — choose an easy option for tired legs.
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Boston Qualifier: Yes
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Boston Qualifier: Yes
World Major Qualifier: No
Western States 100: No
UTMB Index: No