Palm Desert Half Marathon
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Palm Desert 1/2 Marathon & 5K
The Palm Desert 1/2 Marathon & 5K takes place on February 14, 2027 in Palm Desert, California (ZIP 92260). The event returns to the heart of the desert and includes both in-person and virtual race options.
Distances offered include:
- Half marathon
- 10K, new for 2027
- 5K: flat, fast course
- 1K Kid's Run (ages 1 to 13)
- Virtual half marathon
- Virtual 5K
Half marathon and 5K participants receive an official race t-shirt, a finisher medal, timing and post-race food. Kids run participants receive a finisher medal and post-race food. The half marathon is presented as the Coachella Valley's only half marathon.
The event location is listed as 43900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert, CA. Registration for the listed race events opens July 22, 2026 and event fees vary by distance and entry type. Virtual events have separate entries and results listings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
