2026 Monterey Bay Half Marathon

Race Information

The Monterey Bay Half Marathon is a weekend of events, including a two-day Health & Fitness Expo, the Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K, the By-the-Bay 3K, and a fun finish festival following the race! The Monterey Bay Half Marathon course is an out-and-back course beginning in historic downtown Monterey, running along Steinbeck’s Cannery Row, and next to the beautiful Pacific Grove shoreline. The course features scenic views of waves crashing on rocky beaches, beautiful Victorian-era homes, and frequent sightings of aquatic life.

Celebrate your finish with family and friends at the downtown Custom House Plaza-Monterey State Historical Park at the post-race Finish Village and enjoy a free beer while watching the Awards Ceremony.

👍 Run Pick of the Month: 2XU Long Beach Marathon

📍Long Beach - October 10-11, 2026

😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ The "Greatest Hits" Tour of Long Beach
✅ A Course Built for Every Goal
✅ The "Soul of SoCal" Cheer Squads

Known as the "Soul of SoCal," this October tradition transforms Long Beach into a 26.2-mile celebration of coastal energy. It perfectly balances a world-class professional event with the spirit of a tight-knit community block party.

Whether you’re aiming to qualify for Boston or just looking for a scenic way to spend a Sunday morning, the Long Beach Marathon offers an electric atmosphere that carries you from the historic Downtown waterfront all the way to the finish line festival at Marina Green.