Tacoma City Marathon / Half / Ghost / 5K
- Date Sun 4th May 2025
- Location Tacoma, Washington
- Price $43.90 - $213.50
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of running at the Tacoma City Marathon, Half Marathon, Ghost Run, and 5K, taking place on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, in the beautiful city of Tacoma, Pierce County. This exciting event offers a variety of race distances, including a Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K, allowing participants to choose their ideal challenge. Kick off the festivities on Saturday with the 5K at 8:00 am, followed by the thrilling Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon starting at 9:00 am.
On Sunday, immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of the Pacific Northwest as you traverse a USATF-Certified, Boston Qualifying course. Runners will experience breathtaking views while crossing the iconic Narrows Bridge, winding through the scenic Point Defiance Park, and finishing at the picturesque Dune Peninsula Park along Commencement Bay. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a vibrant community of runners and enjoy the natural beauty of Tacoma while achieving your fitness goals. Sign up now and take advantage of a $40 discount on the Ghost of Tacoma when you register for both races!
On Sunday, immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of the Pacific Northwest as you traverse a USATF-Certified, Boston Qualifying course. Runners will experience breathtaking views while crossing the iconic Narrows Bridge, winding through the scenic Point Defiance Park, and finishing at the picturesque Dune Peninsula Park along Commencement Bay. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of a vibrant community of runners and enjoy the natural beauty of Tacoma while achieving your fitness goals. Sign up now and take advantage of a $40 discount on the Ghost of Tacoma when you register for both races!
Organiser's Description
Mark your calendar for the weekend of April 27th & 28th, 2024 and join us for the return of the Ghost of Tacoma on Saturday and the Tacoma City Marathon on Sunday with Marathon Relay, Half Marathon and 5K options also available.
Run 3 races in 2 days! Kick off Saturday morning with the 5K (8:00 am start) and afterwards, run the Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon (9:00 am start). Then complete the weekend with the Tacoma City Marathon or Half Marathon on Sunday. PLUS RECEIVE A $40 DISCOUNT ON THE GHOST OF TACOMA IF YOU REGISTER FOR THE SUNDAY MARATHON OR SUNDAY HALF MARATHON. DISCOUNT WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED TO YOUR CART WHEN YOU ADD BOTH RACES (MUST BE THE SAME REGISTRANT FOR BOTH RACES).
Sundays Marathon and Half Marathon are point-to-point courses running across the iconic Narrows Bridge and finishing at Tacomas beautiful Dune Peninsula Park, the Northwests premier waterfront neighborhood. This picturesque entertainment and recreation hub is situated along Commencement Bay with panoramic views of the Puget Sound, the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.
Runners will enjoy a scenic, USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying course that passes through Point Defiance Park, with over 700 acres of beautiful gardens and old growth forests. After exiting Pt. Defiance, the Marathon and Half Marathon runners will cross over the Wilson Way Bridge with a sweet half mile downhill to the Puget Sound and Dune Peninsula Park where the Half Marathon will finish. The Marathon will continue down the flat and fast waterfront with views of Mt. Rainier and the Puget Sound. The Marathon turnaround is along the Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade and the beautiful Museum of Glass.
Run 3 races in 2 days! Kick off Saturday morning with the 5K (8:00 am start) and afterwards, run the Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon (9:00 am start). Then complete the weekend with the Tacoma City Marathon or Half Marathon on Sunday. PLUS RECEIVE A $40 DISCOUNT ON THE GHOST OF TACOMA IF YOU REGISTER FOR THE SUNDAY MARATHON OR SUNDAY HALF MARATHON. DISCOUNT WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED TO YOUR CART WHEN YOU ADD BOTH RACES (MUST BE THE SAME REGISTRANT FOR BOTH RACES).
Sundays Marathon and Half Marathon are point-to-point courses running across the iconic Narrows Bridge and finishing at Tacomas beautiful Dune Peninsula Park, the Northwests premier waterfront neighborhood. This picturesque entertainment and recreation hub is situated along Commencement Bay with panoramic views of the Puget Sound, the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.
Runners will enjoy a scenic, USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying course that passes through Point Defiance Park, with over 700 acres of beautiful gardens and old growth forests. After exiting Pt. Defiance, the Marathon and Half Marathon runners will cross over the Wilson Way Bridge with a sweet half mile downhill to the Puget Sound and Dune Peninsula Park where the Half Marathon will finish. The Marathon will continue down the flat and fast waterfront with views of Mt. Rainier and the Puget Sound. The Marathon turnaround is along the Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade and the beautiful Museum of Glass.
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $6.90 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$96.90
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Half Marathon
Incl. $6.00 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$81.00
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5k
Incl. $3.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.90
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Ghost of Tacoma City Marathon or Half
Incl. $6.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$96.90
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Marathon Relay
Incl. $13.50 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$213.50
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