Sombrero Marathon

Santa Clarita, California, United States

May 3, 2026 - Sunday

5k, 10k, Half-marathon, Marathon

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Race Information

Start/Finish will be at Heritage Park along the Santa Clarita bike path: 24155 Newhall Ranch RD., Santa Clarita, CA 91355 -- no auto traffic to worry about on this course. Enjoy the post-race street tacos! The marathon is on a USATF-certified course (#CA23032TEB) and a Boston Qualifier Marathon. All runners will receive a finisher medal, plus swag including a premium shirt, a premium hat, a reusable tote bag, and post-race munchies. There will also be awards for top finishers and special awards for age-group winners. 

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πŸ˜„ Why We Like This Run
βœ… Coastal route with sweeping ocean views
βœ… Multiple distances, 5K, Half Marathon, and Full Marathon (walkers welcome)
βœ… Net-downhill course ideal for PRs and Boston-qualifying times

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Race Facts

Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000

Elevation: Some Hills

Course Type: Road

Boston Qualifier: Yes

Kids Run: No

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