2026 Victory Half Marathon

The 2026 Victory Half Marathon will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in Richmond, California, with the start and finish at the Historic Craneway Pavilion in the Marina Bay district. The event is scheduled for a day expected to have partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 48°F to 56°F. Runners will participate in a road event along the paved San Francisco Bay Trail, which offers a flat and fast course suitable for all skill levels. The course features scenic views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay Bridge, and Mount Tamalpais, while also honoring the historical significance of Richmond's role in World War II shipbuilding.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon (13.1 miles) starting at 8:00 AM
• →10K (6.2 miles) starting at 8:15 AM
• →5K (3.1 miles) starting at 8:30 AM

What is the Hiker Division and how does it differ from the other races?

• →The Hiker Division is for participants who wish to hike or walk the half marathon in over 4 hours.
• →This division starts at 7:30 AM and is not eligible for awards, though hikers are official finishers with medals.
• →Water availability at early aid stations is not guaranteed for this group.

What is the course terrain and scenery like?

• →The course is entirely flat and fast, running along the paved San Francisco Bay Trail.
• →Participants will enjoy scenic views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay Bridge, and Mount Tamalpais.
• →The route honors the WWII home front efforts in Richmond, where hundreds of ships, including 142 Victory ships, were built.

How much does registration cost?

• →5K: $80.18
• →10K: $89.79
• →Half Marathon: $109.00
• →Virtual Runner: $55.63

What is the registration deadline for this event?

• →Registration closes in 8 days, which is approximately February 28, 2026.
• →The current pricing tier is "Regular" pricing, which is active from February 3 to February 28.

What is included in the registration for all participants?

• →All finishers receive a custom finisher medal and a custom shirt (choice of cotton or tech fabric).

What are the awards and recognition for participants?

• →Age group awards are given to the top 3 finishers in 5-year age categories (adjusted for younger ages).
• →Only timed runners starting at the official race times are eligible for awards.
• →Hiker Division participants are not eligible for awards but are official finishers with medals.

What is the schedule of events for the day?

• →Hiker Division: 7:30 AM
• →Half Marathon: 8:00 AM
• →10K: 8:15 AM
• →5K: 8:30 AM

What is the race timing format?

• →All races are professionally chip-timed.

What is the historical significance of the course?

• →The course honors the WWII home front efforts in Richmond, where hundreds of ships, including 142 Victory ships, and military vehicles were built.
• →A nearby landmark, the SS Red Oak Victory ship, is visible from the area.

What are the expected weather conditions on the event day?

• →The event will take place in partly cloudy conditions with temperatures ranging from 48°F to 56°F.