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California International Marathon
Sacramento, United States
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
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Marathons (42.2 km) in California
20 verified events with 73 individual races (15 confirmed dates) in California complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events2015 confirmed dates
Competitions73Races & courses
Distances1 - 84.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+665 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Carlsbad Marathon
Carlsbad, United States
January 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
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Surf City Marathon
Huntington Beach, United States
February 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.61 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
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Asics Los Angeles Marathon
Los Angeles, United States
March 6, 2027 to March 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km22.05 km5 km
Charity RunSeaside & Coast+4
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Napa Valley Marathon
Calistoga, United States
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadVineyards
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Boston Marathon
Boston, United States
April 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+4
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Big Sur Marathon
Big Sur, United States
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km33.8 km17.7 km12 km+1
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+4
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San Francisco Marathon
San Francisco, United States
July 24, 2027 to July 25, 2027Date confirmed
84.3 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km+1
City RunSeaside & Coast+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | California International Marathon | Sacramento, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2027 | Carlsbad Marathon | Carlsbad, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2027 | Surf City Marathon | Huntington Beach, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.61 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 7, 2027 | Asics Los Angeles Marathon | Los Angeles, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km22.05 km5 km |
| Mar 7, 2027 | Napa Valley Marathon | Calistoga, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2027 | Boston Marathon | Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Big Sur Marathon | Big Sur, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km33.8 km17.7 km12 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2027 - Jul 25, 2027 | San Francisco Marathon | San Francisco, California, US | Road Running | 84.3 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | New York Marathon | New York, New York, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Oakland Marathon | Oakland, California, US | Road RunningObstacle Course Racing | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon Mountains 2 Beach | Ventura, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Santa Rosa Marathon | Santa Rosa, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Marathons (42.2 km) in California directory, RunningCompass curates 20 events comprising 73 individual races, including 15 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 84.3 km and elevation gains up to +665 m. Key host locations include Sacramento, Carlsbad, Huntington Beach, Los Angeles. Notable events in this selection include California International Marathon, Carlsbad Marathon, Surf City Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in California?
This overview currently includes 20 verified events featuring 73 individual races. Of these, 15 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 5 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in California?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 84.3 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +665 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Obstacle Course Racing.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in California?
Top host locations include Sacramento, Carlsbad, Huntington Beach, Los Angeles, Calistoga. Representative events in the catalog include California International Marathon, Carlsbad Marathon, Surf City Marathon, Asics Los Angeles Marathon. The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Marathons (42.2 km) in California?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 73 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.