Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
- Date
- January 23, 2027
- Location
- 2375 Rachel Dr, Santa Clara, UT
- Distance
- 5K · 10K · Half Marathon & more
From the Organizer
The Sun Marathon has four distances. Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K.
This race purpose is to get runners out of the cold and into the warmth of Southern Utah in the St. George/Santa Clara Area. Though the courses are primarily downhill over the distance there are some rollers and a few climbs. The views during this race are great with huge red rock mountains all around to views of Gunlock Reservoir during the Marathon and a nice river along the Full and Half Marathons.
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
55°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from St George, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Santa Clara, UT
Population
7,891
as of 2023
Elevation
3,063 ft
Nearest Airport
SGU
St George Regional Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
LAS
Harry Reid International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
- Date
- January 23, 2027
- Location
- 2375 Rachel Dr, Santa Clara, UT
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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 Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K?
- Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K is a running race held in Santa Clara, Utah on January 23, 2027. 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 Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K?
- Saturday, January 23, 2027 in Santa Clara, Utah at 2375 Rachel Dr, Santa Clara, UT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sun Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K
Jan 23, 2027