The run trend is still going strong with thousands starting their running journey.
If you’re looking for a local race with views this weekend…
Runners will head to Catalina Island on Saturday, November 14, for the annual Catalina Island Half Marathon & 10K, an event that combines athletic achievement with some of Southern California’s most spectacular coastal scenery.
The race comes as Catalina Island receives international recognition, recently being named a National Geographic Best of the World 2027 destination and the overall Readers’ Choice winner.
The event features three distances: a Half Marathon, 10K and Kids Fun Run, welcoming runners of different ages and abilities. Along the way, participants experience the island’s scenic landscapes and the supportive community that makes this race a distinctive destination event.
The Run Catalina race series has experienced growing demand, with 2026 marking its highest level of participation to date. The Catalina Island Half Marathon also completed a full sell-out year for the 2026 series.
Sustainability remains an important part of the event. In partnership with the Catalina Island Conservancy, organizers have introduced eco-friendly initiatives, including sustainable clay finisher medals and a cupless racecourse.
The Half Marathon is also part of the Run Catalina Island Triple Crown Challenge, which brings together three island races: the Avalon Benefit 50 Mile/50K Run, the Catalina Island Half Marathon and the Catalina Island Marathon. Runners who complete all three events within 12 months receive exclusive Triple Crown finisher merchandise.
Event Schedule
Friday, November 13
- 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Race packet pickup at 708 Crescent Avenue.
Saturday, November 14
- 8 a.m.: Half Marathon start
- 8:15 a.m.: 10K start
- 10 a.m.: Kids Fun Run start
Race Locations
- Packet Pickup: 708 Crescent Avenue on Friday; Wrigley Stage, next to the Green Pier, on Saturday.
- Half Marathon Start and Finish: Summer Avenue.
- Kids Fun Run Start and Finish: Summer Avenue.
- 10K Start: Metropole Avenue and Crescent Avenue.
- 10K Finish: Wrigley Fountain.
The Catalina Island Half Marathon & 10K offers an opportunity to experience the island beyond its popular beaches and harbor, bringing together athletes, families and spectators for a day celebrating fitness, community and the natural beauty of Catalina Island.
