Tacoma City Marathon / Half / Ghost / 5K / 10K

  • Date Sat 2nd May 2026 - Sun 3rd May 2026
  • Time 8:00AM PDT
  • Location Tacoma, Washington
  • Price $39.95 - $189.75
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the Tacoma City Marathon, Half Marathon, Ghost, 5K, and 10K taking place from May 2nd to May 3rd, 2026, in the stunning city of Tacoma, Pierce County. This exciting event offers runners of all levels the chance to participate in three races over two days! Kick off the festivities on Saturday morning with the 5K or 10K at 8:00 AM, followed by the thrilling Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon at 9:00 AM.

On Sunday, lace up for the Tacoma City Marathon or Half Marathon, featuring a spectacular point-to-point course that showcases the iconic Narrows Bridge and culminates at the scenic Dune Peninsula Park, a gem along Commencement Bay. Runners will traverse a USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying route, venturing through the lush landscapes of Point Defiance Park before crossing the picturesque Wilson Way Bridge. With views of the majestic Mt. Rainier and the breathtaking Puget Sound, participants are in for a truly memorable experience. Plus, take advantage of a $40 discount on the Ghost of Tacoma when you register for the Sunday races! Don’t miss this chance to be part of

Organiser's Description

Join us for the return of the Ghost of Tacoma on Saturday and the Tacoma City Marathon on Sunday with Marathon Relay, Half Marathon 5K and 10k options also available.

Run 3 races in 2 days! Kick off Saturday morning with the 5K or 10K (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

  • Marathon

    Incl. $8.10 Fee & Tech T-Shirt

    Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM PDT)

    $88.10

    OPENS 06 OCT
  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $7.05 Fee & Tech T-Shirt

    Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM PDT)

    $72.05

    OPENS 06 OCT
  • 10k

    Incl. $5.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)

    $45.30

    OPENS 06 OCT
  • 5k

    Incl. $4.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)

    $39.95

    OPENS 06 OCT
  • Ghost of Tacoma City Marathon

    Incl. $7.05 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM PDT)

    $72.05

    OPENS 06 OCT
  • Ghost of Tacoma Half Marathon

    Incl. $7.05 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM PDT)

    $72.05

    OPENS 06 OCT
  • Marathon Relay

    Incl. $14.75 Fee & Tech T-Shirt

    Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM PDT)

    $189.75

    OPENS 06 OCT

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Dune Peninsula Park, Tacoma, 98407, WA, United States

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