We Run This Beach Marathon
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Event
The We Run This Beach Marathon weekend takes place on Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22, 2026, in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Events include the following distances and combinations:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- Beachin' 5K
- Beachin' 10K
- Half Marathon + 5K CHALLENGE
- Half Marathon + 10K CHALLENGE
- Marathon + 5K CHALLENGE
- Marathon + 10K CHALLENGE
Saturday races use the Lake Picnic Area (21101 AL-135, Gulf Shores). Sunday races use the Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion (22250 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores). Price ranges listed by the organizer are $35–$50 for Saturday events, $85–$100 for Sunday events, and $115–$145 for bundle challenge options.
Logistics and race details
The course runs on paved paths through Gulf State Park and passes Lake Shelby, Middle and Little Lakes. The marathon course and the overall event are USATF certified (code AL22006JE) and designated as a Boston qualifier. Aid stations are positioned at the following mile markers: Half Marathon - 2.2, 4.7, 7.7, 9.7, 10.6; Marathon - 2.2, 4.7, 7.7, 9.7, 13.1, 14.8, 16.7, 18.9, 21, 23.7. All aid stations will provide GU energy gels (caffeinated and noncaffeinated), water and Powerade.
Packet pickup is scheduled on the days before and during the weekend at the Gulf State Park Lodge, the Lake Picnic Area and the Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion. Entry policy notes no refunds, credits or transfers. Cutoffs are 4 hours 15 minutes for the half marathon and 6 hours for the marathon. Shirts, medals and age-group awards are specified by event and registration deadlines. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
