The Kilgore Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, steady tailwind
Runners will face a cool start at 37°F, rising to 48°F by finish. With an average humidity of 70%, hydration should be prioritized, especially during the warmer parts of the race. A tailwind will provide some relief during Miles 2 and 6-7, but headwinds will challenge runners in Miles 10 and 14. Adjusting pacing strategy to account for wind directions and maintaining a steady effort will be key.
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Race Info
The Kilgore Half Marathon and 10K runs every Christmas Eve in south Oklahoma City, starting at 6:30 AM near Earlywine Park. The tradition began in 2009 when a deployed service member ran a half marathon overseas rather than miss the holiday at home; friends turned it into a group run the following year with 24 participants. Registration is free and optional, and runners are asked to bring a food dish to share. The race is also known locally as the Run for the Deployed and honors service members stationed away from home.
