My Better Half Marathon
- Date Sun 8th February 2026
- Time 8:00AM PST
- Location Seattle, Washington
- Price $52.53 - $88.05
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a unique celebration of love and running at the My Better Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Seattle, King. This one-of-a-kind event invites participants to embrace romance, friendship, and the joy of running through a fun and playful atmosphere. With categories designed for everyone, including Bromance, Besties, Lovers, and Lonely Hearts, there’s a place for every type of relationship.
The half marathon features an exhilarating course that spans two laps, with the first lap covering 6.9 miles of challenging hills and the second lap offering a flat 6.2 miles for a smooth finish. For those looking for a shorter distance, the 10K includes two laps of 3.7 miles and 2.5 miles, while the 5K race covers a swift 3.1 miles with a thrilling hill at the start. Participants in the Half Marathon Relay can tackle the course together, exchanging laps in a supportive and fun atmosphere. Each entry includes a stylish long sleeve 1/4 zip shirt, a finisher medal, hot post-race oatmeal, and free race photos. Join us in Seattle for this unforgettable day of love, laughter
The half marathon features an exhilarating course that spans two laps, with the first lap covering 6.9 miles of challenging hills and the second lap offering a flat 6.2 miles for a smooth finish. For those looking for a shorter distance, the 10K includes two laps of 3.7 miles and 2.5 miles, while the 5K race covers a swift 3.1 miles with a thrilling hill at the start. Participants in the Half Marathon Relay can tackle the course together, exchanging laps in a supportive and fun atmosphere. Each entry includes a stylish long sleeve 1/4 zip shirt, a finisher medal, hot post-race oatmeal, and free race photos. Join us in Seattle for this unforgettable day of love, laughter
Organiser's Description
Prepare yourself for a running event like no other. Romance. Kitsch. Sweat. My Better Half Marathon is a celebration of running, romance and rom-coms. There are 4 categories: Bromance (two guy friends), Besties (two best friends), Lovers (romantically involved) and Lonely Hearts (self-explanatory). Join Orca Running, February 8th, 2026 as we celebrate love in all of its forms!
Lover's registration is for couples of all kinds! Bestie's registration is for two girlfriends, mom and daughter, guy and gal, or anyone you call your bestie. Bromance registration is for two dudes who probably don't want to admit that they're inseparable. Lonely Heart's registration is for those currently enjoying being single or looking for love.
The half marathon course is a total of 2 laps. The first lap has a steep but quick hill early on and is 6.9 miles in length. The second lap is 6.2 miles long and is nice and flat! The 10K course is a total of 2 laps. The first lap has some hills in the beginning and is 3.7 miles long whereas the second lap is nice and flat and is 2.5 miles in length! The 5k course is 3.1 miles long. A steep but quick hill in the beginning is a great warm-up but once you come back down its a breeze!
Half Marathon Relay: The relay course can be completed in any way you prefer, as long as both laps are completed. Lap one is 6.9 miles long and has a quick but steep hill in the beginning, Lap two is 6.2 miles long and is nice and flat! It doesnt matter who completes which lap. There is a relay hand off area just before the finish line (in the park gazebo) where you make the exchange from one runner to the other.
Your entry comes with long sleeve 1/4 zip shirt, finisher medal, hot post oatmeal, and free race photos!
The My Better Half Marathon supports Rebuilding Seattle Together [http://www.rtseattle.org/].
Race Website [https://orcarunning.com/mybetterhalf/]
Interested in signing up for more than one Orca Running race? Check out our bundle/save options! [http://www.orcarunning.com/bundle/]
Lover's registration is for couples of all kinds! Bestie's registration is for two girlfriends, mom and daughter, guy and gal, or anyone you call your bestie. Bromance registration is for two dudes who probably don't want to admit that they're inseparable. Lonely Heart's registration is for those currently enjoying being single or looking for love.
The half marathon course is a total of 2 laps. The first lap has a steep but quick hill early on and is 6.9 miles in length. The second lap is 6.2 miles long and is nice and flat! The 10K course is a total of 2 laps. The first lap has some hills in the beginning and is 3.7 miles long whereas the second lap is nice and flat and is 2.5 miles in length! The 5k course is 3.1 miles long. A steep but quick hill in the beginning is a great warm-up but once you come back down its a breeze!
Half Marathon Relay: The relay course can be completed in any way you prefer, as long as both laps are completed. Lap one is 6.9 miles long and has a quick but steep hill in the beginning, Lap two is 6.2 miles long and is nice and flat! It doesnt matter who completes which lap. There is a relay hand off area just before the finish line (in the park gazebo) where you make the exchange from one runner to the other.
Your entry comes with long sleeve 1/4 zip shirt, finisher medal, hot post oatmeal, and free race photos!
The My Better Half Marathon supports Rebuilding Seattle Together [http://www.rtseattle.org/].
Race Website [https://orcarunning.com/mybetterhalf/]
Interested in signing up for more than one Orca Running race? Check out our bundle/save options! [http://www.orcarunning.com/bundle/]
Races
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My Better Half Marathon
Incl. $7.05 Fee & Long Sleeve 1/4 Zip Tech Shirt
Sun 8th February 2026 (8:00AM PST)
$88.05
OPENS 06 OCTThis registration is for the half marathon distance at the My Better Half Marathon. -
My Better Half 10K
Incl. $4.53 Fee & Long Sleeve 1/4 Zip Tech Shirt
Sun 8th February 2026 (8:00AM PST)
$52.53
OPENS 06 OCTThis registration is for the 10K distance at the My Better Half Marathon. -
My Better Half 5K
Incl. $4.53 Fee & Long Sleeve 1/4 Zip Tech Shirt
Sun 8th February 2026 (8:00AM PST)
$52.53
OPENS 06 OCTThis registration is for the 5K distance at the My Better Half Marathon. -
My Better Half Marathon Relay (2 People Must Register Together)
Incl. $5.13 Fee & Long Sleeve 1/4 Zip Tech Shirt
Sun 8th February 2026 (8:00AM PST)
$62.13
OPENS 06 OCTThis registration is for the Half Marathon Relay. This option is for 2 people who as a team will complete the 13.1 miles in a relay style fashion (only available for the Half Marathon).
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