Big Beach Marathon
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Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 5K : Gulf Shores, AL
The Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 5K takes place the weekend of January 30 to January 31, 2027 in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The event venue is listed as 101 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542.
Distances and event types:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 5K
- Safari Family Fun Run & Walk (Untimed)
- Dolphin Challenge: 5K plus Half Marathon
- Shark Challenge: 5K plus Marathon
- Virtual Marathon and Virtual Half Marathon
- Virtual Dolphin Challenge and Virtual Shark Challenge
The marathon and half marathon occur on Sunday with start and finish located beach side at The Hangout. The Saturday program includes the Safari 5K and the untimed Family Fun Run/Walk. Course descriptions indicate fully paved trails through Gulf State Park; the course is described as scenic and flat and is USATF certified as a Boston qualifier.
Challenge entries combine Saturday and Sunday events; challengers receive finishers medals for each race plus a third challenge medal and extra beer tickets. Post-race provisions for participants on Sunday include food and beer and an after party at The Hangout. Age minimums are specified for some events in event materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
