Carlsbad Marathon

JAN

17

2027

Carlsbad road race on January 17, 2027 offering marathon, half, 5K, a double challenge and virtual options with coastal course and a post-race festival.

Sun 17 Jan 2027

Carlsbad, California

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26 miles 16 miles 13 miles 3 miles

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Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

The event in Carlsbad takes place on Sunday, January 17, 2027 and offers multiple distance options and virtual participation. Distances include a full marathon, a half marathon, a 5K, and a Double Down Challenge that combines the 5K and half marathon. Course routes run along the coast and include dedicated course support and on-course entertainment.

Entry materials for participants include a long-sleeve technical shirt, a premium technical 1/4 zip pullover, a reusable souvenir grocery bag, a finishers medal, and a one-day pass to the Carlsbad Columbia Sportswear Employee Store. The race weekend includes an expo and packet pickup with a festival atmosphere, course maps, parking and directions information, posted road closures, and published race results and photos. An FAQ page is provided for common questions. Event partners and sponsors listed include Visit Carlsbad, Hollandia, and Columbia, among others.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.