Golden Gate Half Marathon
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About the race
The Golden Gate Half Marathon & 5K takes place on November 1, 2026 in the San Francisco Bay area and marks the 24th edition of the event.
Distances:
- Half marathon
- 5K
The half marathon course crosses the Golden Gate Bridge twice and offers extended views of the bay and shoreline as runners cross the bridge. The 5K course is offered as a run or walk and follows a route that passes notable San Francisco waterfront areas.
The start line is located on Van Ness Avenue adjacent to Aquatic Park. The staging area for pre- and post-race activity is at Aquatic Park across from Ghirardelli Square. Several parking garages are within walking distance of the start and finish areas, and multiple public transit lines pass close to Ghirardelli Square, including bus lines 19, 28, 30, and 49.
Race weekend information includes packet pick-up and a race expo, an event schedule, travel and parking guidance, and a results and photos page. Race photos are posted within 24 to 48 hours after the event and participants receive an email with their photos. Participants may create or join teams during or after registration. Registration fees are non-refundable; the event may be canceled by management, city officials, or law enforcement for emergency reasons and refunds cannot be provided in that case. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
