Santa Cruz Marathon
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Santa Cruz Marathon
The Santa Cruz Marathon is an inaugural road and coastal race taking place in Santa Cruz on Oct 25, 2026. The event offers multiple distances and a route that highlights seaside towns and local landmarks.
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- 5K
The course begins along the historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, proceeds south through seaside streets and Capitola Village, then returns toward Santa Cruz for a beachside finish. Marathon entrants continue farther north onto rugged trails and ocean vistas at Wilder Ranch State Park. The route description emphasizes bluffs, surf spots, ocean views, redwoods, and local historic sites.
Race weekend materials reference an event schedule, packet pickup and race expo, hotels, and forthcoming results and photos. The 2026 event includes an exclusive inaugural medal and a unique race tee. For 2026 the site shows the marathon and the 5K as sold out, while the half marathon is listed with a final release price.
Community features linked to the event include a back to back challenge, an ambassador program, a run club, and fundraising options. The presentation of the race emphasizes coastal scenery and local culture alongside the different distance options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
