There are 226 half marathons in California scheduled for 2026. The next is the Pirates Plunder – 5K, 10K, 10-miler, and Half Marathon in Long Beach on September 6. California half marathons run primarily September through August.

Tri to Inspire

Sun, Sep 27 · Santa Rosa, CA Santa Rosa
Mini Sprint Triathlon - FamilyMini Sprint Triathlon - Youth (16 & under)Mini Sprint Triathlon - Adult +5

Run by the Sea

Sun, Oct 4 · Santa Cruz, CA Santa Cruz
Run by the Sea 4kRun by the Sea 12kRun by the Sea Half Marathon

Champion Mine Trail Race

Sun, Oct 11 · Nevada City, CA Nevada City
Champion Mine 5K Run/WalkChampion Mine 10K Race/WalkChampion Mine Trail Race Half Marathon

Bizz Johnson

Sun, Oct 11 · Susanville, CA Susanville
Express 10KExpress Half Marathon50K +1