Oakland Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
- Registration openRegister for 2027
- Race daySunday, March 21, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Mar 21, 2027 Sunday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Open Open entry
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
Quick facts
- One-loop city course that includes Bay Bridge miles.
- Boston- and NYC-qualifying marathon with USATF certification CA24048TEB.
- World Athletics certified course.
- Marathon, half, 10K, 5K, and kids run share the weekend.
- Official current-year tracking and results are on Race Roster.
Course
The official marathon page uses a one-loop route through Oakland landmarks, including a trip on the Bay Bridge, though the course is marked as subject to change. Bridge exposure, city turns, and the big-race atmosphere make it more dynamic than a simple flat-grid marathon.
Race-day weather
Late March in Oakland is usually mild by marathon standards, but bay breeze and changing sun can make effort feel uneven. The early miles can feel relaxed, then the exposed sections near the water can turn a comfortable pace into work.
About the Oakland Marathon
Oakland Marathon is the Bay Area city race that tries to feel like Oakland, not just pass through it. It is bigger and louder than most Northern California spring marathons, with local crowd energy, multiple distances, and a course built around recognizable city landmarks.
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Personalize your race posterPast Oakland Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, March 21, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, March 22, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, March 23, 2025 | Results available | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, March 17, 2024 | Results available | Open results |
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Oakland Marathon FAQ
When is the Oakland Marathon?
The 2027 Oakland Marathon is on Sunday, March 21, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Oakland Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Oakland Marathon is open. View the official registration details at register.oaklandmarathon.com.
How do I track a runner in the Oakland Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Oakland Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Oakland Marathon results page.
Is Oakland Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Oakland Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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