San Jose Half Marathon
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San Jose Half Marathon & 8K – Race to the Row
The event is a multi-day run week in San Jose centered at Santana Row. It includes several races across May 29-31, 2026, with main race days on May 30-31. The course layout features a point-to-point or neighborhood route that finishes on Santana Row and passes through local districts including The Alameda business district and the historic Rose Garden. The route includes named entertainment segments such as the Mariachi Mile and a Memorial Mile.
Races offered:
- 13.1 Miles Half Marathon
- 5 Miles San Jose 8K
- 1 Mile Speed City Mile
- 1/4 to 1 Mile Kids Fun Run
The event benefits Special Olympics Northern California and lists community-oriented programs such as team registration, club and corporate programs, and a student program. Race week programming includes a health and wellness festival, packet pickup, a Santana Row finish line experience, a schedule of events, and information on travel, parking, and road closures. Additional resources for participants include pace teams, training runs, elite information, volunteer opportunities, and results and photo archives. Registered participants receive a finisher's medal and a shirt designed by a local artist. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
