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Ventura Marathon
Race Details:
- Location: Ventura, CA, USA
- Race Date: 02/21/2027
- Race Distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon
What This Race Counts Toward:
Boston: Yes
World Marathon Majors: No
Ventura Marathon Description
The Ventura Marathon is a flat, fast coastal race held each fall along California’s Pacific coastline. The course runs from Ventura through neighboring beach communities, staying close to the shoreline with ocean views and a cooling sea breeze for most of the route. Full marathon, half marathon, and 5K options run alongside each other, drawing runners of all levels for a relaxed, well-organized race with strong potential for personal bests.
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Ventura Marathon Additional Details:
Ventura keeps things simple and runner-friendly, with aid stations every mile and a half offering water and Tailwind Endurance Fuel, an easy-on-the-stomach carb and electrolyte mix that eliminates the need for runners to carry their own gels. Every station also comes with a port-a-potty, a small but appreciated detail on a point-to-point coastal course. Finishers receive a colorful, custom-designed medal created by the race’s co-owner, who also designs much of the event’s artwork and swag. The finish line has a festive, small-race feel, with post-race refreshments, entertainment, and friendly volunteers and spectators who turn out to cheer on runners they’ve never met. It’s a low-key, well-run event best known for its scenery and organization rather than size or spectacle.
Course Information
Profile: Downhill
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement
Pace Groups: Yes
Time Limit: Unknown
# of Finishers
Half Marathon: 1,000 to 1,300
Marathon: 300 to 400
Elevation Details
Elevation Gain: Unknown
Elevation Loss: Unknown
Average Temperature
- Low: 57°F
- High: 73°F
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Things to Do in Ventura, CA, USA
Make the most of race weekend — here’s how to fill the time before and after you cross the finish line.
Scenic Drives & Viewpoints
Grant Park
Take in panoramic views of the coastline and Channel Islands from Grant Park, perched above downtown Ventura — a relaxed, flat way to spend a rest day.
Outdoors & Trails
Ventura Coastal Trails
Bike or walk more than 15 miles of coastline trails through oak glens and seascapes around Ventura, suited to all abilities — an easy option for tapering or recovering legs.
Museums & History
Museum of Ventura County
Explore revolving exhibits on regional history and culture at the Museum of Ventura County — an easy, indoor, low-impact stop after race day.
Arts & Culture
Rubicon Theatre
Catch a world-class professional performance at the Rubicon Theatre in downtown Ventura — a relaxed, indoor way to spend a taper day after race weekend.
Landmark
San Buenaventura Mission
Visit the historic San Buenaventura Mission in downtown Ventura, the last mission founded by Junípero Serra — an easy, flat, low-impact stop after race weekend.
Food & Drink
Ventura Taco District
Sample tacos and local eats in Ventura’s vibrant Taco District, a favorite stretch for refueling after a long run — a relaxed way to refuel after race day.
Sports & Entertainment
Ventura Harbor
Try stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, or a harbor cruise at Ventura Harbor, the gateway to Channel Islands National Park — a relaxed, low-impact way to spend an afternoon after race day.
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