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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Anacortes, WA
Population
17,837
as of 2023
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 12885 Casino Dr, Anacortes, WA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k?
- Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k is a running race held in Anacortes, Washington on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Anacortes, Washington at 12885 Casino Dr, Anacortes, WA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k
Sep 19, 2026