The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival 2026
The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival 2026 is scheduled for May 2, 2026, in Costa Mesa, California, with the primary festivities centered at the OC Fair & Event Center located at 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, US. Participants can expect typical Southern California spring weather, which usually features mild temperatures and pleasant coastal breezes. The event offers a variety of road running options, ranging from a local 5K tour to scenic long-distance races that traverse coastal landmarks and urban districts.
What distances are available for this event?
- →OC 5K: A flat course touring the OC Fairgrounds and the nearby Orange Coast College area.
- →Half Marathon: A net downhill course with a strong coastal feel.
- →Marathon: A net downhill course with a strong coastal feel.
What is the course profile for the long-distance races?
The marathon and half marathon feature a coastal point-to-point route. The course provides scenic views of historic Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), Corona del Mar, the Upper Newport wetlands, the Arts District, and South Coast Plaza. These races begin in Newport Beach and conclude at the OC Fair & Event Center.
What type of running surface should participants expect?
This is a road running event rather than a trail race. All participants will be running on paved surfaces.
Where is the main venue for the race weekend?
The race weekend is centered at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa. The festivities begin at this location on Saturday and conclude on Sunday with the finish festival.