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Santa Barbara Half Marathon

Name: Santa Barbara Half Marathon
Start: 2026-11-08
End: 2026-11-08
Location: Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, California, United States

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About the Event

Experience the Santa Barbara Half Marathon, presented by HOKA, where every step along the 13.1-mile USATF-certified course is an adventure through breathtaking coastal landscapes and historic urban settings. The race begins with runners setting off on Cabrillo Boulevard, offering stunning views of the Pacific Ocean as they embark on this scenic journey. As participants weave their way through vibrant downtown areas, the energy builds, culminating in a fast finish along State Street, where enthusiastic crowds line the route to cheer them on.
The event highlights include iconic landmarks and neighborhoods that showcase Santa Barbara's unique charm. Runners will enjoy running beside the ocean, feeling the cool sea breeze as they take in panoramic vistas of the coastline. The race also features convenient pre-race packet pickup downtown, allowing runners ample time to explore the area before the big day.
Upon crossing the finish line, participants are greeted with a lively festival atmosphere complete with music and festivities. To celebrate their achievement, each runner receives a drink ticket for local breweries, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to this memorable event. The Santa Barbara Half Marathon is more than just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and athletic accomplishment.
The locally crafted medal serves as a lasting memento of the day’s achievements, capturing the essence of running through one of America’s most picturesque coastal cities.

Races Offered

5K

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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$59.25

Half Marathon

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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$129.89

Kid's Race

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 0.5K

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$59.13

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Santa Barbara.

thermostat Temperature

9.7° / 22.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

7.2° / 20.4°

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8h 41m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.5 mm

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air Avg wind speed

5.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

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Low (2.0)

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58.0%

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07:32

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17:54

About Santa Barbara

Learn more about the host city, Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara is a city and metropolitan area less than 100 miles from Los Angeles but vastly different in pace from its huge neighbor to the south. With a temperate climate and lush natural environs, the "Riviera of the West" is a pleasant day or weekend trip from L.A. Its wide beaches, highly rated wineries, and a large variety of shopping and dining choices enable the town of just 90,000 residents to enjoy the sort of cultural and social amenities which are usually found only in much larger cities.

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