Carlsbad Marathon

Carlsbad Marathon is a very beautiful winter run with great souvenirs. Participants will enjoy ocean views and entertainment on the course. There are virtual race options with great souvenirs.

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Race Info

All participants will receive a long-sleeved shirt, a premium zip-up pullover, finisher’s medal, souvenir bag and more. Special awards will be given to the top 3 male and female and non-binary runners overall and the top 3 male and female runners in the age groups. There will be no awards ceremony, awards will be available for pick up at the information booth. Awarding is based on chip time.

The time limit to complete the marathon is 6 hours (13:44 minutes per mile), for the half marathon is 4 hours (18:19 minutes per mile), and there is no time limit for a 5K race.

In January in Carlsbad, monthly average temperatures range from 49°F to 65°F, with precipitation averaging just under 2 inches for the month.

Race Date

January 19, 2025

Location

2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA US 92008

Directions

 

Distances

  • Marathon (26.2 miles)
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 5K

Starting Time

  • 6:15 AM – full marathon
  • 6:45 AM – 5K
  • 7:45 AM – half marathon

Entry Fees

  • $139 and up – full marathon
  • $119 and up – half marathon
  • $50 and up – 5K

Course Map

You can find the course map and description here: inmotionevents.com. The marathon course is an out and back distance of two laps on a gentle course. The half marathon course is a gentle course with over 8 miles running along the Pacific Ocean.

Registration

To participate in the Carlsbad Marathon, register here raceroster.com

Official Race Website

Additional race information can be found at inmotionevents.com

Social Media

You can find the race on Facebook or Instagram if you want to learn more about the event.

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Related Events

If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Marathons Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in January.

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