2025 Big Sur International Marathon Semper Fi & America's Fund Team

Sunday, April 28, 2024 Past event

10:35 AM PDT

Big Sur, California

$50.00 · 3 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 2025 Big Sur International Marathon on Sunday, April 28, 2024, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Big Sur, Monterey. This point-to-point race takes you along the iconic California Highway 1, renowned for its stunning views of towering redwoods, crashing waves, and lush coastal mountains. Rated as one of the top three marathons in the U.S. and recognized as the best destination marathon, participants will enjoy a mystical and rewarding journey from Big Sur to Carmel.

Whether you’re tackling the full marathon or exploring the scenic beauty of the area, this USATF certified course is also an official Boston qualifier, making it a perfect choice for serious runners. Joining the Semper Fi & America's Fund Team not only guarantees your registration but also offers a chance to make a difference, with fundraising opportunities benefiting injured service members. Enjoy a Dri-Fit race shirt, a runner's goodie bag, and the camaraderie of fellow participants. Don't miss out on this spectacular event that promises to be a highlight of your running calendar!

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Races

Participant - Big Sur International Marathon (fundraising minimum $1,800)

Includes Semper Fi & America's Fund Team Dri-Fit Shirt

*Participants must agree to meet the $1800 minimum fundraising requirement. ($900 by February 15th and the remaining $1800 by April 28th).

9:45 AM PDT

$50.00

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Participant - Big Sur International 5k (fundraising minimum $300)

Includes Semper Fi & America's Fund Team Dri-Fit Shirt

*Participants must agree to meet the $1800 minimum fundraising requirement. ($150 by February 15th and the remaining $150 by April 28th).

10:35 AM PDT

$50.00

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Fundraiser Only (Already have own entry into the 2023 Big Sur International Marathon or 5k)

Includes Semper Fi & America's Fund Team Dri-Fit Shirt

*Fundraising Only: Please note that this category is for fundraisers only. *Registering in this category does not include an entry for the Big Sur International Marathon

9:45 AM PDT

$50.00

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Organiser's description

THE BIG SUR INTERNATIONAL MARATHON IS A POINT-TO-POINT COURSE RUN ON SCENIC CA HIGHWAY 1 FROM BIG SUR TO CARMEL THE LAST SUNDAY EACH APRIL. TOWERING REDWOODS, CRASHING WAVES, COASTAL MOUNTAINS AND VERDANT PASTURES ARE FEATURED ON THIS BUCKET LIST COURSE. A SPECTACULAR, REWARDING, MYSTICAL AND UNFORGETTABLE RACE THAT IS RATED ONE OF THE TOP 3 MARATHONS IN THE US AND BEST DESTINATION MARATHON.

THE COURSE IS FROM BIG SUR TO CARMEL ON SCENIC HIGHWAY 1, THE NATION'S FIRST NATIONALLY-DESIGNATED SCENIC HIGHWAY. BIG SUR INTERNATIONAL MARATHON IS USATF CERTIFIED AND IS AN OFFICIAL BOSTON QUALIFIER.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF JOINING THE SEMPER FI & AMERICA'S FUND TEAM?

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GUARANTEED REGISTRATION IN THE 2025 BIG SUR INTERNATIONAL MARATHON

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RACE REGISTRATION IS FREE FOR RUNNERS WHO COMPLETE FUNDRAISING MINIMUM

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A DRI-FIT RACE SHIRT AND RUNNER'S GOODIE BAG!

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AN ONLINE FUNDRAISING LINK SET UP BY RUNSIGNUP.COM THAT YOU CAN SEND TO YOUR DONORS.

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PRE-RACE TEAM GET TOGETHER THE DAY BEFORE THE RACE.

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TIMELY UPDATES FROM OUR RACE COORDINATOR.

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PRIZES FOR THE TOP FUNDRAISERS!

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THE HEARTFELT THANKS OF THE INJURED MARINES, SAILORS, AIRMEN AND SOLDIERS YOU WILL BE SUPPORTING!

(PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE REGISTRATION PAGE FOR THE SEMPER FI & AMERICA'S FUND CHARITY TEAM AT THE BIG SUR INTERNATIONAL MARATHON.)