
Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Anacortes, WA, with entry fees from $32 to $74.50.
From the Organizer
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.
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.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
70°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anacortes, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
17,837
as of 2023
City Elevation
249 ft
Nearest Airport
FRD
Friday Harbor Airport · 18 mi
Major Hub
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 74 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an 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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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Anacortes than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k
Sep 19, 2026