California Marathons

62 upcoming marathons across California, updated nightly. Want radius search and maps? Open these in the Race Finder.

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When to race: marathons in California

California has 62 upcoming marathons over the next 12 months. Among complete calendar months, April 2027 has the most listed races, with 11. Most are around Los Angeles, Oakland, San Jose. The next one is 2026 American River Parkway 20-mile Point-to-Point Marathon Training Run & Taper Program on November 14 in Rancho Cordova.

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California International Marathon: the complete guide

The course mile by mile, where to stay near the start, the expo, where to watch, and the whole race weekend planned out.

California International Marathon: the course, mile by mile

The elevation profile, every named climb, mile by mile grades, a route map and typical race day weather.

Los Angeles Marathon: the complete guide

The course mile by mile, where to stay near the start, the expo, where to watch, and the whole race weekend planned out.

Los Angeles Marathon: the course, mile by mile

The elevation profile, every named climb, mile by mile grades, a route map and typical race day weather.

San Francisco Marathon: the complete guide

The course mile by mile, where to stay near the start, the expo, where to watch, and the whole race weekend planned out.

San Francisco Marathon: the course, mile by mile

The elevation profile, every named climb, mile by mile grades, a route map and typical race day weather.

Big Sur International Marathon: the complete guide

The course mile by mile, where to stay near the start, the expo, where to watch, and the whole race weekend planned out.

Big Sur International Marathon: the course, mile by mile

The elevation profile, every named climb, mile by mile grades, a route map and typical race day weather.

Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon: the complete guide

The course mile by mile, where to stay near the start, the expo, where to watch, and the whole race weekend planned out.

Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon: the course, mile by mile

The elevation profile, every named climb, mile by mile grades, a route map and typical race day weather.

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