Santa Barbara Half Marathon and 5K Returns with Over 7,500 Participants
The sixth edition of the Santa Barbara Half Marathon and 5K, presented by HOKA, is returning to Santa Barbara, drawing over 7,500 participants. The event will take place along the city's waterfront, Funk Zone, and historic downtown, featuring a sold-out…
Santa Barbara Santa Maria San Luis Obispo, CA, November 2, 2026 — The Santa Barbara Half Marathon and 5K is set to return to the city for its sixth edition, drawing an anticipated participation of over 7,500 individuals. The event, presented by HOKA, is scheduled to traverse scenic routes along Santa Barbara’s waterfront, through the Funk Zone, and the historic downtown area.
Organizers have announced that the 5K race is currently sold out, indicating high demand for the shorter distance. The Half Marathon still has limited spots available for runners looking to participate in the longer course.
The event is supported by a significant number of partners, both at the local and national levels. These collaborations contribute to the execution of the races and associated activities.
In addition to the main race days, the sixth edition will be accompanied by a week-long series of community events. These ancillary activities are designed to engage the wider community and extend the impact of the marathon weekend.
Details regarding specific dates for the community events and the races themselves were not provided in the summary. Information on the number of local versus national partners was also not specified. The exact timeline for the week of associated events remains to be detailed.
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