Upcoming Marathons in California

Endurance Grid lists thirty-one marathons in California, from October 2026 to April 2028 across 24 cities.

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Running races in California

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All California Running Races

Frequently Asked Questions

How many marathons are in California?
Endurance Grid's Race Calendar lists 31 upcoming marathons in California, in 24 cities, from October 2026 to April 2028.
How long is a marathon?
A marathon is a running race where athletes run 26.2 miles long (42.2 kilometers) for time.
Which California cities host marathons?
Marathons in California are held in Oakland, Ventura, Bakersfield, Castro Valley, Los Angeles, Arcata, Avalon, Berkeley, Clayton, and Corona, plus 14 other cities.
What other race distances are available in California?
Beyond marathon, California races cover a wide range of distances. California also has 5Ks, 10Ks, and half marathons for running races. Additionally, Endurance Grid's Race Calendar also covers other sports, with adventure, aquabike, road cycling, duathlon, HYROX, mountain bike, obstacle course, paddle, rucking, running, swimming, swimrun, trail running, triathlon, and ultra races of various distances.