The OC Fair Fun Run
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Aug, 2026 (TBD)
5k
Video
Race Information
Run, walk, or skip through the OC Fair 5K!
The 5K starts and finishes near the OC Fair Main Gate at 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA. Your Race Entry also includes a commemorative medal, souvenir timing chip, and race T-shirt! You'll have the most fun as you run, walk, or skip through the OC Fairgrounds during the fair, and get an awesome medal!
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
📍 Costa Mesa - Friday, May 1, 2026 - Sunday, May 3, 2026
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Coastal route with sweeping ocean views
✅ Multiple distances, 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon (walkers welcome)
✅ Net-downhill course ideal for PRs and Boston-qualifying times
Experience the ultimate coastal run at the Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival. This isn't just a race; it’s a scenic tour of Orange County’s most iconic coastal landscapes, designed for runners who crave the salt air and sweeping Pacific horizons.
The signature point-to-point route offers a front-row seat to the best of the California coast. Whether you are tackling the full 26.2 miles or the half marathon, you’ll be treated to sweeping ocean vistas, iconic landmarks and the "Net-Downhill" advantage:
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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