Running
Marathon
42.2 km
171m
Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
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Road runs in United States, Costa Mesa
Distances
Running
Halbmarathon
21.1 km
181m
Running
5K
5 km
Running
Kids Run
1 km
About
A premier Orange County running festival featuring a weekend of events including a kids run, 5K, half marathon and full marathon along scenic coastal routes with expo, live music and post-race festivities.
Catering & aid stations
Expo and finish-line refreshments; on-course water & aid stations (detailed in course/support sections).
Pacers
Pace groups and target times are provided on the race-day schedule (e.g., 3:00, 3:15 h waves). Pacers listed on the schedule; entry fees include standard race services, with pace-band or pacer inclusion tied to specific registration tiers or upgrades.
Results
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Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Costa Mesa
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
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Feb63°49°
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Mar64°51°
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Apr66°53°
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May68°57°
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Jun72°60°
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Jul76°64°
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Aug77°65°
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Sep77°64°
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Oct73°60°
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Nov69°54°
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Dec63°49°
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Route maps
What's included in entry
- Expo access & packet pick-up
- Race t-shirt
- Chip timing
- Legacy lounge (for eligible runners)
- Pace groups with pacers
FAQ
When and where do packet pick-up and the expo take place?
The Expo and Packet Pick-Up are Friday, April 30, 3:00–7:00 PM and Saturday, May 1, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM at the OC Fair & Event Center (88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626). 5K runners are encouraged to pick up packets Saturday afternoon. Packet pick-up is required for all in-person participants; virtual runners receive shipped packets.
What is the course time limit and support cutoff?
The full marathon has a 7-hour time limit; the half marathon is 3.5 hours. Course support (water, medical, signage) closes at the listed cutoffs; after that, runners are on their own and may use support vehicles to return to the finish.
Are there pace groups or pacers?
Yes—pace groups with target times (for example, 3:00 and 3:15 h waves) are provided and led by pacers; this is included in standard race services.
Can I transfer or defer my registration?
Transfers must be completed by mid-April and deferred registrations must be requested by mid-April as well; fees apply and spaces are not guaranteed. Details are in the Registration Info and Registration Upgrades pages.
What challenges and perks are available?
Challenges include the Beach Cities Challenge (surf, half, full consecutively) and Combo Crush (5K + half/full the next morning). Legacy runners (3 consecutive years) receive a sling bag, exclusive gift, and access to the Legacy Lounge with free pizza.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:07:34 AM
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