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Half Marathons found in California

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Half Marathons in California 2025 - 2026

The most comprehensive list of Half Marathons in and near California in 2025 - 2026. Find your perfect race!

Thinking about taking on a half marathon in California? Itโ€™s a distance that challenges your endurance while offering a real sense of achievement, and thereโ€™s no shortage of events to keep you motivated.

Across the state, youโ€™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 dayโ€™s buzz. San Francisco events might test your legs on the hills, but the views are worth every step. If youโ€™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, itโ€™s easy to find a half marathon that fits your training plans.

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Race Calendar: Half Marathons found in California

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Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K

Santa Barbara
Sun 09 Nov 25
Free - $146.73
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Silver Strand Half Marathon, 10 Mile, 12K, & 5K - San Diego

Coronado, San Diego
Sun 09 Nov 25
$52.00 - $129.00

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La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K

San Diego, California
Sat 16 May 26
$63.92 - $148.56

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18% OFF with code: FINDARLEP

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Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Palm Desert 1/2 Marathon & 5K

Palm Desert, California
Sun 15 Feb 26
$15.84 - $80.50

Run for the Beads - Mardi Gras Run 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sun 15 Feb 26
$31.73 - $40.21

Montara Mountain Trail Run

Pacifica, California
Sat 21 Feb 26
Free - $85.80

Beer City Halfโ„ข Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa, California
Sat 21 Feb 26
Free - $104.35

Davis Stampede

Davis, California
Sun 22 Feb 26
$16.90 - $67.78

Ventura Marathon

Ventura, California
Sun 22 Feb 26
$149.80 - $171.20

SOCAL River Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K

Huntington Beach, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
$43.40 - $1,041.00

Buzz Marathon #26

San Miguel, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
Free - $96.40

End of the Trail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Visalia, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
Free - $75.20

Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

San Diego, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

San Diego, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Tesoro Viejo Spring Classic Half Marathon

Madera, California
Sun 08 Mar 26
$44.15 - $91.85

The Rattlesnake Ramble 5K/10K/Half Marathon (live or virtual)

Santa Venetia, California
Fri 13 Mar 26 - Mon 16 Mar 26
$38.10 - $80.50

St. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

St. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

St. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

St. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

St. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 14 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

The Long Beach Leprechaun Run - Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5k, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sun 15 Mar 26
$11.60 - $48.69

Redwood (Spring) Trail Run

Oakland, California
Sat 21 Mar 26
Free - $85.80

Oakland Marathon

Oakland, Alameda
Sat 21 Mar 26 - Sun 22 Mar 26
$21.90 - $142.35

Bakersfield Marathon

Bakersfield, California
Sat 21 Mar 26 - Sun 22 Mar 26
$11.60 - $138.80

Beer City Halfโ„ข Long Beach

Long Beach, California
Sat 21 Mar 26
$27.50 - $96.40

VALENCIA Trail Race

Valencia, California
Sat 21 Mar 26
$91.10 - $154.70

Modesto Marathon

Modesto, California
Sun 22 Mar 26
$54.00 - $133.50

Zoom San Francisco

San Francisco, California
Sat 28 Mar 26
Free - $64.60

RUNTHROUGH LONG BEACH 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON RACE WEEKEND

Long Beach, Los Angeles County
Sat 28 Mar 26 - Sun 29 Mar 26
$30.00 - $42.00

RunThrough USA Long Beach 5k,10k & Half Marathon Race

Long Beach, California
Sat 28 Mar 26 - Sun 29 Mar 26
$45.52 - $62.22

No FOOLIN' - 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sun 29 Mar 26
$26.44 - $38.09

Always Hope Easter Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 04 Apr 26
$32.80 - $48.70
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