Goleta Beach Holiday Half Marathon
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About the race
The event on 12/12/2026 takes place at Goleta Beach Park in Santa Barbara County. Races use a dedicated asphalt bike path and are described as flat and fast. Distances offered include: - Half Marathon, 13.1 miles - The Grinch 10K, 6.65 miles - 5K, 3.1 miles - Fun Run, 0.88 miles, intended for children but open to all Registration windows and fees listed by the organizer are: registration opens 04/06/2026 for the main races with earlier closing dates for most races and a later closing date for the fun run. Fees reported are $50 for the Half Marathon, $40 for the Grinch 10K, $25 for the 5K, and $15 for the Fun Run.
The organizer states there will be no race day signups. An awards program recognizes the top three finishers in each age group, includes a raffle for gift cards, and presents course record awards for the Half Marathon, The Grinch 10K, and the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
