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Queen Bee is always one of my favorite races! Well organized, great atmosphere, and awesome medals! I highly recommend doing the Queen Bee! MORE
Queen Bee is always one of my favorite races! Well organized, great atmosphere, and awesome medals! I highly recommend doing the Queen Bee!
This race is well organized and has tons of crowd support. The signs and cheers and smiles help keep you going, even on the tough hills. Lots of people warned … MORE
This race is well organized and has tons of crowd support. The signs and cheers and smiles help keep you going, even on the tough hills. Lots of people warned me against the hills and I was a little worried, but they ended up not being totally killer. Make sure you do plenty of hill training and they’ll be doable, especially when the big inclines taper off in the second half of the race. Even with the hills I managed to knock 24 minutes off my previous half marathon PR.
I don’t typically like repeat a course, but I’ll definitely be back to the Queen Bee again one day! The atmosphere, the swag, and the supportive of all the women there is unbeatable.
Hilly. Best water/food and cheer stops especially the cheer group at about 6.5 miles. Swag was cool with real medals. They partner with Pigs Fly so you can get a … MORE
Hilly. Best water/food and cheer stops especially the cheer group at about 6.5 miles. Swag was cool with real medals. They partner with Pigs Fly so you can get a stinger/snout metal! Weather just about perfect. Supports women charities!
Time of year is perfect, weather was amazing! Really love this course, definitely has some hills but the crowd support is awesome. Love the support of charities that focus on … MORE
Time of year is perfect, weather was amazing!
Really love this course, definitely has some hills but the crowd support is awesome. Love the support of charities that focus on women too.
Great aid stations - 9 or 10 water stops! Constant crowd support and cheering along the way. Good course with some nice views and a challenging hill climb at the MORE
Great aid stations – 9 or 10 water stops! Constant crowd support and cheering along the way. Good course with some nice views and a challenging hill climb at the start
Very hilly. Love the swag, expo could have been better this year. Weather wasn't too bad, a little chilly at the start. Not best time but did finish. MORE
Very hilly. Love the swag, expo could have been better this year. Weather wasn’t too bad, a little chilly at the start. Not best time but did finish.
The best Ladies only half marathon I have ever done. From keeping runners informed before the race, during and finish. Questions no worries they will respond quickly. Love the support … MORE
The best Ladies only half marathon I have ever done. From keeping runners informed before the race, during and finish. Questions no worries they will respond quickly. Love the support along the way. Never a disappointment with Pig Works they think of every detail.
Race is well organized and everything from registration to reaching the finish line is well orchestrated. The swag, shirts, medals, expo and after party are amazing!!!!! MORE
Race is well organized and everything from registration to reaching the finish line is well orchestrated.
The swag, shirts, medals, expo and after party are amazing!!!!!
Run up, run down. That's the gist of it. Excellent race management with a good party at the end. Fast finish right into the park with good support all along … MORE
Run up, run down. That’s the gist of it. Excellent race management with a good party at the end. Fast finish right into the park with good support all along the way. Out and back course through Eden Park past the conservatory, then turn around and run back down to the river side park. Lots od goodies at the end.
The course has some hills but that's Cincinnati. Was a beautiful fall day. Loved all the swag and medal, expo was fun as well. Volunteers were great and would definitely … MORE
The course has some hills but that’s Cincinnati. Was a beautiful fall day. Loved all the swag and medal, expo was fun as well. Volunteers were great and would definitely recommend the race. The 4 mile option was a perfect distance.
This race was by far the best choice for my first half marathon. The crowds were amazing. The starting line was set up spectacularly. The course was properly marked with … MORE
This race was by far the best choice for my first half marathon. The crowds were amazing. The starting line was set up spectacularly. The course was properly marked with amazing scenery along the way. There were plenty of food and water stations and bathrooms! I would 100 percent recommend this to anyone especially a first timer!
They had so many stations for water and running snacks. The positivity was all over the place. Everyone was nice and very helpful. I loved getting to be be a … MORE
They had so many stations for water and running snacks. The positivity was all over the place. Everyone was nice and very helpful. I loved getting to be be a part of a woman’s race. Empowering and uplifting the best race!
Excellent organization before, during, and after the race! Gatorade and water provided at every mile with chews and gels available at mile 9. Great energy and scenery. Super empowering to … MORE
Excellent organization before, during, and after the race! Gatorade and water provided at every mile with chews and gels available at mile 9. Great energy and scenery. Super empowering to run with so many strong women!
This is a great race to have fun and enjoy with a group of girlfriends! After you get passed the first two miles, it's a fun course. We used it … MORE
This is a great race to have fun and enjoy with a group of girlfriends! After you get passed the first two miles, it’s a fun course. We used it as a training run for races coming up and had a blast. Great SWAG!
Beautiful urban course, there are hills on the first half, but it's not crazy, there is great post-race recovery food, I love that the race is designed for and celebrates … MORE
Beautiful urban course, there are hills on the first half, but it’s not crazy, there is great post-race recovery food, I love that the race is designed for and celebrates women running. I always feel so emotional and thankful when I run this race.
Start line is perfectly nestled in next to the Hard Rock Hotel in Cincinnati, plenty of parking and ease of getting to the race. Course winds through the east side … MORE
Start line is perfectly nestled in next to the Hard Rock Hotel in Cincinnati, plenty of parking and ease of getting to the race.
Course winds through the east side of Cincinnati and along the Ohio river offering great sights and spectators to motivate and cheer you on!
Although touted as an all female race, there are spots for male runners, with their own corral to start, however, there was no resistance to line up with my wife to run along side her for the race.
Finish line was great, both sides of the road lined and energetic giving you that last push and endorphin rush.
Post race party was excellent. Medal engraving offered, breakfast, beer, coney’s live music – it was a vibe.
Absolutely will race next year!
The Queen Bee Half Marathon is not just a race; it's a celebration of empowerment, support, and unity. It is truly satisfying and an experience that leaves you with a … MORE
The Queen Bee Half Marathon is not just a race; it’s a celebration of empowerment, support, and unity. It is truly satisfying and an experience that leaves you with a sense of accomplishment and a yearning for more.
From registration to the post-race celebrations, it’s evident that they care deeply about the participants’ experience, and the finisher’s medal is truly a work of art.
This race had an amazing environment and I felt supported every step of the way. Everyone who operated and participated in this race truly valued the Queen Bee mission. The … MORE
This race had an amazing environment and I felt supported every step of the way. Everyone who operated and participated in this race truly valued the Queen Bee mission. The course was challenging, with a few steep climbs and one long hill, but some great views of the downtown/river made the challenge worth it.
Fun race, water and food every mile, great cheer support, nice views on the course, fun after party, love the medals and swag, very well organized! Super great Expo the … MORE
Fun race, water and food every mile, great cheer support, nice views on the course, fun after party, love the medals and swag, very well organized! Super great Expo the day before too!
Lots of hills AND downhills during the first half and relatively flat for the second half! However, less spectators for the second half and a long straight-away for the last … MORE
Lots of hills AND downhills during the first half and relatively flat for the second half! However, less spectators for the second half and a long straight-away for the last few miles, which was mentally difficult, but if you pace the first half right, it could be a very fast finish!
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Queen Bee is always one of my favorite races! Well organized, great atmosphere, and awesome medals! I highly recommend doing the Queen Bee! MORE
Queen Bee is always one of my favorite races! Well organized, great atmosphere, and awesome medals! I highly recommend doing the Queen Bee!
A fun, super supportive race!
This race is well organized and has tons of crowd support. The signs and cheers and smiles help keep you going, even on the tough hills. Lots of people warned … MORE
This race is well organized and has tons of crowd support. The signs and cheers and smiles help keep you going, even on the tough hills. Lots of people warned me against the hills and I was a little worried, but they ended up not being totally killer. Make sure you do plenty of hill training and they’ll be doable, especially when the big inclines taper off in the second half of the race. Even with the hills I managed to knock 24 minutes off my previous half marathon PR.
I don’t typically like repeat a course, but I’ll definitely be back to the Queen Bee again one day! The atmosphere, the swag, and the supportive of all the women there is unbeatable.
Queen Bee running
Hilly. Best water/food and cheer stops especially the cheer group at about 6.5 miles. Swag was cool with real medals. They partner with Pigs Fly so you can get a … MORE
Hilly. Best water/food and cheer stops especially the cheer group at about 6.5 miles. Swag was cool with real medals. They partner with Pigs Fly so you can get a stinger/snout metal! Weather just about perfect. Supports women charities!
Great course and crowd support!
Time of year is perfect, weather was amazing! Really love this course, definitely has some hills but the crowd support is awesome. Love the support of charities that focus on … MORE
Time of year is perfect, weather was amazing!
Really love this course, definitely has some hills but the crowd support is awesome. Love the support of charities that focus on women too.
Great race, challenging hill
Great aid stations - 9 or 10 water stops! Constant crowd support and cheering along the way. Good course with some nice views and a challenging hill climb at the MORE
Great aid stations – 9 or 10 water stops! Constant crowd support and cheering along the way. Good course with some nice views and a challenging hill climb at the start
Queen Bee
Very hilly. Love the swag, expo could have been better this year. Weather wasn't too bad, a little chilly at the start. Not best time but did finish. MORE
Very hilly. Love the swag, expo could have been better this year. Weather wasn’t too bad, a little chilly at the start. Not best time but did finish.
always managed well, Pig works awesome
The best Ladies only half marathon I have ever done. From keeping runners informed before the race, during and finish. Questions no worries they will respond quickly. Love the support … MORE
The best Ladies only half marathon I have ever done. From keeping runners informed before the race, during and finish. Questions no worries they will respond quickly. Love the support along the way. Never a disappointment with Pig Works they think of every detail.
All the Buzz....
Race is well organized and everything from registration to reaching the finish line is well orchestrated. The swag, shirts, medals, expo and after party are amazing!!!!! MORE
Race is well organized and everything from registration to reaching the finish line is well orchestrated.
The swag, shirts, medals, expo and after party are amazing!!!!!
Fun course with great volunteers
Run up, run down. That's the gist of it. Excellent race management with a good party at the end. Fast finish right into the park with good support all along … MORE
Run up, run down. That’s the gist of it. Excellent race management with a good party at the end. Fast finish right into the park with good support all along the way. Out and back course through Eden Park past the conservatory, then turn around and run back down to the river side park. Lots od goodies at the end.
Amazing race and great cause
The course has some hills but that's Cincinnati. Was a beautiful fall day. Loved all the swag and medal, expo was fun as well. Volunteers were great and would definitely … MORE
The course has some hills but that’s Cincinnati. Was a beautiful fall day. Loved all the swag and medal, expo was fun as well. Volunteers were great and would definitely recommend the race. The 4 mile option was a perfect distance.
Best race for my first half
This race was by far the best choice for my first half marathon. The crowds were amazing. The starting line was set up spectacularly. The course was properly marked with … MORE
This race was by far the best choice for my first half marathon. The crowds were amazing. The starting line was set up spectacularly. The course was properly marked with amazing scenery along the way. There were plenty of food and water stations and bathrooms! I would 100 percent recommend this to anyone especially a first timer!
The Best Experience
They had so many stations for water and running snacks. The positivity was all over the place. Everyone was nice and very helpful. I loved getting to be be a … MORE
They had so many stations for water and running snacks. The positivity was all over the place. Everyone was nice and very helpful. I loved getting to be be a part of a woman’s race. Empowering and uplifting the best race!
Empowering and fun!
Excellent organization before, during, and after the race! Gatorade and water provided at every mile with chews and gels available at mile 9. Great energy and scenery. Super empowering to … MORE
Excellent organization before, during, and after the race! Gatorade and water provided at every mile with chews and gels available at mile 9. Great energy and scenery. Super empowering to run with so many strong women!
Fun Girl Run
This is a great race to have fun and enjoy with a group of girlfriends! After you get passed the first two miles, it's a fun course. We used it … MORE
This is a great race to have fun and enjoy with a group of girlfriends! After you get passed the first two miles, it’s a fun course. We used it as a training run for races coming up and had a blast. Great SWAG!
Intense joy of running with women
Beautiful urban course, there are hills on the first half, but it's not crazy, there is great post-race recovery food, I love that the race is designed for and celebrates … MORE
Beautiful urban course, there are hills on the first half, but it’s not crazy, there is great post-race recovery food, I love that the race is designed for and celebrates women running. I always feel so emotional and thankful when I run this race.
Great First 13.1 for any level
Start line is perfectly nestled in next to the Hard Rock Hotel in Cincinnati, plenty of parking and ease of getting to the race. Course winds through the east side … MORE
Start line is perfectly nestled in next to the Hard Rock Hotel in Cincinnati, plenty of parking and ease of getting to the race.
Course winds through the east side of Cincinnati and along the Ohio river offering great sights and spectators to motivate and cheer you on!
Although touted as an all female race, there are spots for male runners, with their own corral to start, however, there was no resistance to line up with my wife to run along side her for the race.
Finish line was great, both sides of the road lined and energetic giving you that last push and endorphin rush.
Post race party was excellent. Medal engraving offered, breakfast, beer, coney’s live music – it was a vibe.
Absolutely will race next year!
A satisfying race experience
The Queen Bee Half Marathon is not just a race; it's a celebration of empowerment, support, and unity. It is truly satisfying and an experience that leaves you with a … MORE
The Queen Bee Half Marathon is not just a race; it’s a celebration of empowerment, support, and unity. It is truly satisfying and an experience that leaves you with a sense of accomplishment and a yearning for more.
From registration to the post-race celebrations, it’s evident that they care deeply about the participants’ experience, and the finisher’s medal is truly a work of art.
An empowering woman-focused race!
This race had an amazing environment and I felt supported every step of the way. Everyone who operated and participated in this race truly valued the Queen Bee mission. The … MORE
This race had an amazing environment and I felt supported every step of the way. Everyone who operated and participated in this race truly valued the Queen Bee mission. The course was challenging, with a few steep climbs and one long hill, but some great views of the downtown/river made the challenge worth it.
Great race, fun, love the bling!
Fun race, water and food every mile, great cheer support, nice views on the course, fun after party, love the medals and swag, very well organized! Super great Expo the … MORE
Fun race, water and food every mile, great cheer support, nice views on the course, fun after party, love the medals and swag, very well organized! Super great Expo the day before too!
Fun!
Lots of hills AND downhills during the first half and relatively flat for the second half! However, less spectators for the second half and a long straight-away for the last … MORE
Lots of hills AND downhills during the first half and relatively flat for the second half! However, less spectators for the second half and a long straight-away for the last few miles, which was mentally difficult, but if you pace the first half right, it could be a very fast finish!