Palm Desert 1/2 Marathon & 5K
Race Information
The Palm Desert 1/2 Marathon & 5K returns to the heart of the desert! Race the Coachella Valley’s original half marathon, or run/walk the flat, fast 5K course. Kids four to 13 can run the 1K kids run. 1/2 marathon & 5K participants receive an official race t-shirt, finisher medal, timing, and post-race food. Kids run participants receive a finisher medal and post-race food.
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