OC Marathon
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About the race
The OC Marathon Running Festival is an annual running event in Orange County, California, held each May. The weekend features multiple races and community activities, including a Lifestyle & Fitness Expo and a Celebrate OC festival, plus a festive finish line atmosphere. The race courses run along coastal and bayside streets, offering views from Newport Beach through Costa Mesa and parts of Santa Ana. The event hosts a range of participants, including runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes, and has drawn thousands of participants and many spectators in past editions. Available race distances include: - Full marathon (26.2 miles) - Half marathon - 5K run or walk - Kids Run The festival emphasizes an inclusive, walker-friendly approach and presents opportunities for different ages and abilities.
The OC Marathon has been held since 2004 and regularly includes weekend activities that extend beyond the races themselves, creating a multi-day community event across Orange County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
