On 22 March 2026, the Oakland Marathon & Running Festival returns, offering race options of 42.195 km (marathon), 21.1 km (half marathon), 10 km, 5 km, and a kids’ fun run. The one-loop marathon route starts and finishes near the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts, traversing Oakland’s neighborhoods, around Lake Merritt, through Telegraph Avenue, and includes a dramatic out-and-back over the Bay Bridge. The finish is back in downtown Oakland, creating a strong finish-line presence and community energy. The event is USATF certified and serves as a qualifier for Boston and other major marathons. With live entertainment, spectator zones, and city support, it blends competitive running with a festive urban running experience.
Races
The Oakland Marathon, organized by Run Local Events, is set for Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, featuring a one-loop certified course that includes a run across the Bay Bridge.
The Oakland Half Marathon, also under the banner of Run Local Events, will take place on March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, sharing much of the scenic urban and waterfront route of the full marathon.
The 10K race at the Oakland Marathon Festival, organized by Run Local Events, is scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, running part of the city’s road course through neighborhoods and near Lake Merritt.
The 5K race of the Oakland Marathon Festival, also organized by Run Local Events, will be held on March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, offering a shorter, accessible route that highlights the city’s streets and local landmarks.
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FAQs
What is the Oakland Marathon?
How long is the Oakland Marathon?
Where does the Oakland Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Oakland Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland Marathon?
The Oakland Marathon, organized by Run Local Events, is set for Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, featuring a one-loop certified course that includes a run across the Bay Bridge.
The Oakland Marathon is 42km long.
The Oakland Marathon takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
The Oakland Marathon elevation gain is 239 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Oakland Marathon?
The Oakland Marathon, organized by Run Local Events, is set for Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, featuring a one-loop certified course that includes a run across the Bay Bridge.
How long is the Oakland Marathon?
The Oakland Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Oakland Marathon take place?
The Oakland Marathon takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland Marathon?
The Oakland Marathon elevation gain is 239 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Oakland Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Oakland Half Marathon?
How long is the Oakland Half Marathon?
Where does the Oakland Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Oakland Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland Half Marathon?
The Oakland Half Marathon, also under the banner of Run Local Events, will take place on March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, sharing much of the scenic urban and waterfront route of the full marathon.
The Oakland Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Oakland Half Marathon takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
The Oakland Half Marathon elevation gain is 164 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Oakland Half Marathon?
The Oakland Half Marathon, also under the banner of Run Local Events, will take place on March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, sharing much of the scenic urban and waterfront route of the full marathon.
How long is the Oakland Half Marathon?
The Oakland Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Oakland Half Marathon take place?
The Oakland Half Marathon takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland Half Marathon?
The Oakland Half Marathon elevation gain is 164 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Oakland Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Oakland 10K?
How long is the Oakland 10K?
Where does the Oakland 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland 10K?
How can I prepare for the Oakland 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland 10K?
The 10K race at the Oakland Marathon Festival, organized by Run Local Events, is scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, running part of the city’s road course through neighborhoods and near Lake Merritt.
The Oakland 10K is 10km long.
The Oakland 10K takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
The Oakland 10K elevation gain is 55 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Oakland 10K?
The 10K race at the Oakland Marathon Festival, organized by Run Local Events, is scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, running part of the city’s road course through neighborhoods and near Lake Merritt.
How long is the Oakland 10K?
The Oakland 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Oakland 10K take place?
The Oakland 10K takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland 10K?
The Oakland 10K elevation gain is 55 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Oakland 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Oakland 5K?
How long is the Oakland 5K?
Where does the Oakland 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland 5K?
How can I prepare for the Oakland 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland 5K?
The 5K race of the Oakland Marathon Festival, also organized by Run Local Events, will be held on March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, offering a shorter, accessible route that highlights the city’s streets and local landmarks.
The Oakland 5K is 5km long.
The Oakland 5K takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
The Oakland 5K elevation gain is 26 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Oakland 5K?
The 5K race of the Oakland Marathon Festival, also organized by Run Local Events, will be held on March 22, 2026 in Oakland, California, offering a shorter, accessible route that highlights the city’s streets and local landmarks.
How long is the Oakland 5K?
The Oakland 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Oakland 5K take place?
The Oakland 5K takes place in Oakland, CA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Oakland 5K?
The Oakland 5K elevation gain is 26 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Oakland 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Oakland 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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