What is the official name and date of the event?

• →ASICS Los Angeles Marathon on Sunday, March 8, 2026
• →LA 5K on Saturday, March 7, 2026

Where does the marathon start and finish?

• →Start Location: Dodger Stadium
• →Finish Location: Santa Monica Blvd & Avenue of the Stars (Century City)

Who hosts the event and what is the charitable mission?

• →Host: The McCourt Foundation (TMF)
• →Purpose: Proceeds fund neurological disease research and community health initiatives

What race distances are available?

• →Marathon (26.2 miles) starting at 7:00 AM
• →LA Charity Half Marathon (13.1 miles) starting on race day
• →LA 5K taking place on Saturday, March 7

What is the time limit for the marathon?

• →6 hours 30 minutes from when the last runner crosses the start line

What is the "Conquer LA Challenge"?

• →A series involving the LA Marathon and other races
• →Participants who complete all three races earn the Conquer LA Challenge Medal

What items are included with registration?

• →ASICS technical race shirt
• →Exclusive finisher medal
• →Access to aid stations every ~1.5 miles with water, Electrolit, and GU Energy Gel
• →Access to portable toilets
• →Entry to the high-energy finish festival

What amenities are provided on the course?

• →Live entertainment
• →Cheering crowds
• →Aid stations with water, Electrolit, and GU Energy Gel (at 2 stations)

Are general entries still available?

• →No, General Entry is sold out
• →Team TMF (Fundraising) is sold out
• →TMF 2500 Club ($2,500 fundraising) is sold out

What charity options are still open for registration?

• →Team TMF with a $675 fundraising commitment
• →TMF 2500 Club with a $2,500 fundraising commitment

What are the benefits of joining Team TMF?

• →Free race entry with fundraising commitment
• →Exclusive Team TMF T-shirt
• →Personalized bib (if registered by Feb 3, 2026)
• →Green Room VIP Tent at start (coffee, breakfast, heaters, private gear check)
• →Preferred corral access
• →Free LA Road Runners membership
• →Official finisher medal and participant shirt

Is there a discount available for military or first responders?

• →Yes, a 10% discount is available via GovX for eligible entries, subject to availability

What is the refund and transfer policy?

• →No refunds, transfers, or deferrals are allowed after May 8, 2025
• →Registrants who signed up before May 8, 2025, were offered options due to the date change

Why was the date changed for the 2026 event?

• →The date was moved to avoid a conflict with the Oscars