Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 5K

Sat, Jan 30, 2027
United States
Gulf Shores
100% asphalt
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Big Beach Marathon

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Road runs in United States, Gulf Shores

Distances

Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km

About

A scenic, flat, fast marathon and half marathon on fully paved trails through Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama, certified as a USATF Boston Qualifier. The event also features a Safari 5K and Family Fun Run/Walk, with post-race festivities and an after-party on the beach.

Catering & aid stations

On-course food and drink/Verpflegung at stations along the route.

Pacers

Pacemakers are provided for marathon and half marathon. On race day (Renntag) pacer groups align with stated target times per start wave; look for Pacerflaggen at aid stations. 2–6 sentences plain text.

Results

View official results

Surface mix

100% asphalt

Typical weather in Gulf Shores

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan60°47°

↑ 06:48

↓ 17:12

Feb63°51°

↑ 06:32

↓ 17:39

Mar68°56°

↑ 07:00

↓ 18:59

Apr74°62°

↑ 06:23

↓ 19:18

May81°69°

↑ 05:57

↓ 19:38

Jun85°75°

↑ 05:49

↓ 19:54

Jul87°77°

↑ 06:00

↓ 19:54

Aug87°77°

↑ 06:18

↓ 19:33

Sep84°73°

↑ 06:36

↓ 18:57

Oct78°65°

↑ 06:53

↓ 18:20

Nov69°56°

↑ 06:17

↓ 16:55

Dec63°50°

↑ 06:40

↓ 16:53

Weather data by Open-Meteo

What's included in entry

Race entry
T-shirt

Post-race party

FAQ

What is the race date and registration deadline?

Race weekend is January 30–31, 2027. Registration ends January 15, 2027 at 11:59pm CST.

Is this a Boston Qualifier?

Yes, the marathon course is USATF Certified and is a Boston Qualifier.

What distances are offered and are there team options?

Safari 5K, Half Marathon, and Marathon. There is also a Dolphin Challenge (5K + Half) and Shark Challenge (5K + Marathon), plus a Bundle & Save option for multi-race discounts.

Where is packet pickup and is it required?

Packet pickup is at Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores (112 West Beach Blvd) on Friday Jan 29, 2pm–7pm and Saturday Jan 30, 12:30pm–4:30pm. Attendance is mandatory.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:52:47 PM