Santa Barbara Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K takes place in Santa Barbara, CA on November 9, 2025. This year marks the event's fifth anniversary. The half marathon is presented by HOKA and the 5K is presented by UCLA Health. The event is organized by Run Local and supports local youth running programs through the Santa Barbara Running Association.
Event details
- Half Marathon
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run (200 m to 800 m for ages 7 and below; listed as sold out)
- Remote Run
The course is a closed course with hydration and first aid stations. Half marathon pacers are provided and division awards include podium finishers and half marathon age group winners. All finishers in the races receive a custom medal; half marathon and 5K participants are listed as receiving a long sleeve technical tee. The finish festival includes live music and beer available for bib holders.
Weekend events surrounding race day include Santa Barbara Running Week (Nov 3-8), the Palm Park Festival (Nov 7-8), and the Funk Zone Finish Line Festival on Nov 9. Since 2021, the event and its participants have contributed over $130,000 to local organizations; in 2024 more than $50,000 was raised. All registration fees are non-refundable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.