

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Half Marathon on the Dark Island Trail
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 06:30 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Experience one of Central Nebraska’s most scenic runs on the Dark Island Trail! This half marathon takes participants across the iconic Bader Bridge with stunning Platte River views and miles of beautifully wooded, shaded trail. Along the route, runners will also experience stretches of native prairie and scenic Nebraska farmland, creating a diverse and memorable running experience.

Whether you’re a competitive runner chasing a personal best, a first-time half marathoner, or simply looking to enjoy a fun and supportive race atmosphere, this event is for you. All experience levels are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Every registration directly supports the maintenance and preservation of the Dark Island Trail — a trail built by the community, for the community. Register before May 8th to order a t-shirt

Registration Options:
• Individual Half Marathon (13.1 miles) — $35
• Two-Person Relay Team (6.55 miles each) — $25 per runner

Event Schedule:
Packet Pickup: 6:30 AM outside the Fox Theater
Check-In: 6:30 AM
Race Start: 7:15 AM

Race Support:
Water and Gatorade stations approximately every 2 miles

Race Route:
Out-and-back course starting at the Fox Theater (Hwy 30 &amp; 13th Street)
Route Map: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/fullscreen/1473080074/

Questions? Contact Jason Buss at 308-227-8703.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/central-city/half-marathon-on-the-dark-island-trail/200029726566641
- **Event Categories**: sports, marathons, trips-adventures, workshops, art, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 112

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://darkislandtrail.org/dark-island-trail/events.html/event/2026/05/23/half-marathon-at-the-dark-island-trail/556092?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=central+city-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Central City
- **state**: NE
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1604 16th St, Central City, NE 68826-1816, United States
- **lat**: 41.11583
- **long**: -98.0007
- **full address**: 1604 16th St, Central City, NE 68826-1816, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Dark Island Trail (https://allevents.in/org/dark-island-trail/19414193)

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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
  - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Half+Marathon+on+the+Dark+Island+Trail&date=23+May

## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 06:30 am (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 1604 16th St, Central City, NE 68826-1816, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Dark Island Trail
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** sports, marathons, trips-adventures, workshops, art, theatre
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Half Marathon on the Dark Island Trail ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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