OC Marathon
OC Marathon sells the Orange County tour angle, blending a Newport Beach start, coastal flavor, and a big-festival weekend anchored in Costa Mesa.
OC Marathon quick facts
- Official event infrastructure is centered in Costa Mesa even though marathon morning starts in Newport Beach.
- Part of the larger Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival.
- Official results-and-photos hub is already in place on the event site.
- Strong fit for runners who want a polished Southern California race weekend.
What is the OC Marathon?
The OC Marathon is less about a pure speed narrative and more about packaging a full Orange County race weekend. It is designed to feel bigger than a simple point-to-point road race, with expo, multiple distances, and a polished festival setup.
OC Marathon course route
Official race materials describe the marathon as a 26.2-mile tour of Orange County, with Sunday beginning in Newport Beach and the weekend centered in Costa Mesa. That combination gives the race a hybrid identity: part coastal tour, part major weekend production.
Weather for the OC Marathon
Southern California usually gives this race a mild start by marathon standards, but exposed sun can matter once the morning opens up. The air is often friendlier than an inland race, though it is not automatically effortless if the day brightens quickly.
Past OC Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, May 3, 2026 | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
OC Marathon FAQ
When is the OC Marathon?
The 2026 OC Marathon is on Sunday, May 3, 2026.
How do I register for the OC Marathon?
You can register for the OC Marathon at runsignup.com.