Run Malibu Half Marathon
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About the race
Run Malibu is a race weekend in Malibu, California that includes a half marathon, a 5K and a kids run on November 8, 2026. The event presents a new half marathon course that starts on the California State University Channel Islands campus, continues through the Santa Monica Mountains, joins the Pacific Coast Highway with ocean views, and finishes just north of Mugu Rock near Thornhill Broome Beach.
Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- CSU Dolphin 5K
- Kids Run
- Combo Challenge (Half Marathon and 5K)
- Virtual Race
All participants receive a 2026 race shirt and a finisher medal. The event lists a VIP option, including a VIP Charity 13.1 miles entry that directs a portion of the fee to the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu. The organizer states $10 of every entry goes directly to the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu and that additional VIP upgrade funds also support the same charity.
Race weekend information includes a race expo and packet pick-up, results and photos, and travel and parking resources. The event materials emphasize scenic Pacific Coast Highway views, wellness-focused programming, and community resources and perks for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
