Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 12885 Casino Dr, Anacortes, WA
- Distance
- The Anacortes Half Marathon · The Anacortes 5k
From the Organizer
Beautiful --- Fast ----- Friendly!
Experience the Magic of the Anacortes Half Marathon
Run where the sea meets the sky in the stunning Pacific Northwest. The Anacortes Half Marathon takes you on a breathtaking journey through scenic coastal roads, lush forests, and picturesque waterfronts, all with views that will keep you moving forward. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply running for the love of the sport, this race is designed to challenge and inspire. Join a passionate community of runners and experience an unforgettable day of endurance, camaraderie, and natural beauty. Lace up, take the first step, and be part of something extraordinary.
- Absolutely Beautiful Course
- Chip timing.
- No major hills
- Tons of water views
- The Friendliest volunteers on the planet
Day of Race Schedule
Bib pick up opens at 7am.
1/2 Marathon Start 8:00am
5K start 8:20am
All Half Marathon finishers will receive a Super Sweet Beanie and Fantastic Finisher Medal.
All 5k finishers receive a Fantastic Finisher Medal.
Race options:
Half-Marathon- Lollipop Course- around March Point. Flat and Beautiful!!!! Tons of views of the water and Mt Baker.
5k- Out and Back Course on a runnable road/trail south of Swinomish Casino.
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k?
- Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k is a running event held in Anacortes, WA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Anacortes, WA at 12885 Casino Dr, Anacortes, WA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k
Sep 19, 2026