Half Marathons found in California
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The most comprehensive list of Half Marathons in and near California in 2026 - 2027. Find your perfect race!
Thinking about taking on a half marathon in California? It’s a distance that challenges your endurance while offering a real sense of achievement, and there’s no shortage of events to keep you motivated.
Across the state, you’ll find coastal routes with ocean breezes, mountain courses with rolling climbs, and city races with lively crowds. Los Angeles half marathons often include post-race festivals and live entertainment, adding to the day’s buzz. San Francisco events might test your legs on the hills, but the views are worth every step. If you’re aiming for a personal best, San Diego half marathons offer some of the fastest, flattest courses in the country.
Most races feature pace groups, aid stations stocked with hydration and fuel, and clear course markings. You can expect professional race management, from packet pickup at expos to on-course medical support. Cutoff times are usually around 3 to 3.5 hours, giving plenty of space for a steady run while keeping the event moving.
Take a look at the listings above to compare course profiles, registration fees, and race dates. With events nearly every weekend during the season, it’s easy to find a half marathon that fits your training plans.
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Oakland Marathon
Oakland, AlamedaThe Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaLa Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
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Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, CaliforniaThe Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaFinish The Ride and Finish The Run Griffith Park
Los Angeles, CaliforniaThe Rebel Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Long Beach, CaliforniaMay the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Long Beach, CaliforniaCINCO DE MILE HALF MARATHON & OLE 5 QUE - BAKERSFIELD
Bakersfield, CaliforniaGrizzly Peak Trail Run
Berkeley, CaliforniaBeer City Half™ Sacramento
Sacramento, CaliforniaHappy Mother's Day 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Long Beach, Los AngelesYosemite Half Marathon
Bass Lake, CaliforniaHappy Mother's Day 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Van Nuys, Los AngelesLong Beach Mother's Day Bloom & Zoom 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Long Beach, CaliforniaRun for the Rose – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Long Beach, CaliforniaLa Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaOffer
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