Holly Jolly Marathon
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Holly Jolly Marathon and Related Races
The event is an annual road race held in Camarillo, California, scheduled for Dec 20, 2026. Start and finish are at Pleasant Valley Fields Park, Village At The Park Sports Complex. The course runs primarily along the Camarillo bike path and is described as mostly flat with no auto traffic on the path. The course is USATF certified with course number CA18033RS.
Distances offered:
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- 10k
- 5k
All participants receive a finisher medal, a premium sublimated shirt, a premium runner's hat, and a reusable tote bag. Additional race swag listed includes a premium windbreaker jacket and other items. Awards are given to the top three overall finishers and the top three finishers in each age group for all distances; there is also a team competition with top three team medals.
The event uses cup-less water stations for environmental and safety reasons; runners may purchase a reusable cup at packet pickup or race check-in. There is an early start option for half marathon runners who notify organizers in advance; early starters should be prepared to carry their own water for about the first 60 minutes because not all water stations are set up. Post race food includes a complimentary plate of street tacos for registered runners and additional plates available for purchase. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
