The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
TO
From The OC Marathon
5.0 ·
1 review
Saturday, May 1 – Sunday, May 2, 2027
12:00 AM PDT (midnight)
Costa Mesa, California
Free–$212.46 · 19 races
5km, Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival, taking place on Saturday, May 1, 2027, in the vibrant city of Costa Mesa, Orange County! Organized by The OC Marathon, this exciting event is a must-attend for runners of all levels, featuring a variety of race distances including a 5K, Half Marathon, and Marathon.
Kick off the weekend with the award-winning Hoag Kids Run the OC, where nearly 7,000 enthusiastic kids from over 150 schools will hit the ground running at the OC Fair and Event Center. Later that day, lace up for the fun and flat Hoag OC 5K, a scenic tour around the fairgrounds and nearby Orange Coast College, culminating in the lively Celebrate OC Finish Festival.
The excitement continues on Sunday morning at Newport Beach’s iconic Fashion Island, where participants can experience the stunning Hoag OC Marathon and Half Marathon courses. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views, serene nature trails, and the artistic charm of local shopping as you run through diverse neighborhoods filled with supportive cheerers. Don’t miss out on this incredible weekend of fitness, community, and celebration at the Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival!
Kick off the weekend with the award-winning Hoag Kids Run the OC, where nearly 7,000 enthusiastic kids from over 150 schools will hit the ground running at the OC Fair and Event Center. Later that day, lace up for the fun and flat Hoag OC 5K, a scenic tour around the fairgrounds and nearby Orange Coast College, culminating in the lively Celebrate OC Finish Festival.
The excitement continues on Sunday morning at Newport Beach’s iconic Fashion Island, where participants can experience the stunning Hoag OC Marathon and Half Marathon courses. Enjoy breathtaking coastal views, serene nature trails, and the artistic charm of local shopping as you run through diverse neighborhoods filled with supportive cheerers. Don’t miss out on this incredible weekend of fitness, community, and celebration at the Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival!
Races
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Charity 5k / Half Marathon Combo Crush
Incl. $17.56 Fee
RegisterSunday, May 2, 2027 (6:30 AM PDT)
$201.56
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Charity 5k / Full Marathon Combo Crush
Incl. $18.46 Fee
RegisterSunday, May 2, 2027 (5:30 AM PDT)
$212.46
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Virtual Half Marathon
VirtualIncl. $13.96 Fee
RegisterSaturday, May 1, 2027 (12:00 AM PDT (midnight))
$157.96
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Virtual Full Marathon
VirtualIncl. $14.86 Fee
RegisterSaturday, May 1, 2027 (12:00 AM PDT (midnight))
$168.86
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Virtual 5k / Half Marathon Combo Crush
VirtualIncl. $17.56 Fee
RegisterSaturday, May 1, 2027 (12:00 AM PDT (midnight))
$201.56
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Virtual 5k / Full Marathon Combo Crush
VirtualIncl. $18.46 Fee
RegisterSaturday, May 1, 2027 (12:00 AM PDT (midnight))
$212.46
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Opens in 4 months
5k (Combo Crush Only)
Saturday, May 1, 2027 (12:00 AM PDT (midnight))
Free
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Opens in 4 months
Virtual 5k (Combo Crush Only)
VirtualSaturday, May 1, 2027 (12:00 AM PDT (midnight))
Free
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Opens in 4 months
Charity 5k (Combo Crush Only)
Saturday, May 1, 2027 (12:00 AM PDT (midnight))
Free
Organiser's description
The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival is Orange County's premier race weekend, held annually during the first weekend in May. Whether you're tackling your first 5K, Half Marathon, or Marathon, there's an event for every runner.
The weekend of running begins at the OC Fair and Event Center on Saturday morning with the award winning Hoag Kids Run the OC when nearly 7,000 kids from over 150 Orange County schools participate. Later in the day on Saturday, the Hoag OC 5K takes place with a fun, flat tour of the OC Fairgrounds and nearby Orange Coast College followed by the Celebrate OC Finish Festival.
Sunday morning begins early in Newport Beach, at the iconic Fashion Island. The exceptional Hoag OC Marathon & Half Marathon course is a blend of chic coastal scenery, tranquil nature and sophisticated arts and shopping which equal the best of OC. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and cruise down historic PCH through the seaside village of Corona del Mar. Run above pristine wetlands of Upper Newport, the Arts District and shopping mecca of South Coast Plaza in the "Heart of the OC" to the supportive cheers of residents in the many diverse neighborhoods and finish with a huge party at the Sunday Celebrate Finish Festival at the OC Fair and Event Center.
The weekend of running begins at the OC Fair and Event Center on Saturday morning with the award winning Hoag Kids Run the OC when nearly 7,000 kids from over 150 Orange County schools participate. Later in the day on Saturday, the Hoag OC 5K takes place with a fun, flat tour of the OC Fairgrounds and nearby Orange Coast College followed by the Celebrate OC Finish Festival.
Sunday morning begins early in Newport Beach, at the iconic Fashion Island. The exceptional Hoag OC Marathon & Half Marathon course is a blend of chic coastal scenery, tranquil nature and sophisticated arts and shopping which equal the best of OC. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and cruise down historic PCH through the seaside village of Corona del Mar. Run above pristine wetlands of Upper Newport, the Arts District and shopping mecca of South Coast Plaza in the "Heart of the OC" to the supportive cheers of residents in the many diverse neighborhoods and finish with a huge party at the Sunday Celebrate Finish Festival at the OC Fair and Event Center.
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Reviews
5.01 review
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Marlene Pylant
Reviewing the 2026 edition · 6 months ago
What an incredible race! The course is definitely a challenge, but the stunning scenery makes every mile worth it. A huge shoutout to the spectators—the energy and support were exactly the motivation I needed to reach the finish line. Highly recommend!
Location
88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, 92626, CA, United States
The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
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