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Los Angeles Marathon
Los Angeles, CA, CA 92001 United States
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Los Angeles Marathon FAQ & Rules
EVENT | REGISTRATION | BIB PICKUP | COURSE | LA LOYAL | TEAM TMF | NONPROFIT PARTNERSHIP | CHALLENGE MEDALS | PRO & ELITE AGE GROUPS | RACE RULES
Event
The 2026 LA Marathon will take place on Sunday, March 8.
The 2026 Academy Awards and the 2026 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon were initially scheduled for the same date, March 15, 2026. A resolution has been reached, and the Oscars will remain on March 15, and the Los Angeles Marathon will now take place on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Participants registered before May 8 will received an email on May 8 with options to keep your registration, defer to 2027, or request a full refund. All registrations after May 8 are subject to our standard registration policy.
- Marathon
- Charity Half Marathon (exclusively for participants committed to fundraising for an official nonprofit partner)
- LA 5K (Saturday, 3/15/25)
- Kids Run (Saturday, 3/15/25)
6:30am Dodger Stadium Pro Wheelchair*
6:35am Dodger Stadium Handcycle and all other AWD Participants*
6:40am Dodger Stadium Pro Women & Elite Age Group Women Start*
7:00am Dodger Stadium Pro Men & Full Field Start
8:15am Dodger Stadium Charity Half Marathon Start
*times subject to change.
Dodger Stadium
Santa Monica Blvd, at the corner of Avenue of the Stars, in Century City
- The Marathon time limit is 6 hours and 30 minutes after the last runner crosses the Start Line. However we do allow those who finish slower.
- Participants that maintain a 15:00 minute per mile pace will complete the race under the finish line structure with streets closed.
- Participants keeping a pace slower than 15:00 minutes per mile should be aware that the course will reopen to vehicular traffic on a rolling basis.
- At this point, participants who wish to continue must leave the roadway, run on the sidewalk, and assume the role of a pedestrian obeying all traffic laws.
- Yes. All marathon participants will have access to Gear Check race morning. Gear check closes promptly at 6:30am.
- Gear check is not available for Charity Half Participants.
Yes! Friends and family are encouraged to come out and cheer you and all the other participants on! All aspects of the course is open to the public for spectators. Check our website here for more information!
January 31, 2025
Unfortunately no, we will not change corrals after the deadline.
Submit your proof of qualifying time when registering or email solutions@mccourtfoundation.org with SEEDED CORRAL as your subject line with your qualifying proof. When submitting proof, please include the name & date of the event and finish time in format h:mm:ss
Yes. Start Line Hospitality is available for purchase which includes race day bib pick up, light breakfast, coffee, and more. Check here for more details.
Yes, it is a Boston Marathon Qualifier
Conquer LA Challenge, LA Double Play, and SF/LA Challenge Medals.
- Yes, we have Age Group Awards for the top three women and men in the following categories: Age Group participants will compete in the following male and female age divisions:
15 & under (SRLA only), 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over - We also offer awards to the top three overall in non-binary
Click here for all race results.
You can log into Haku to see your past and current registrations by logging in here https://manage.hakuapp.com/login/the-mccourt-foundation
Yes, download our all new app here: https://rtrt.me/app/laa
Yes, we will have an app with runner tracking and more. Check back for updates closer to the race.
It takes hard work and planning to produce a sustainable event for over 25,000 athletes, but the Los Angeles Marathon is committed to taking all the steps necessary to reduce waste, promote responsible consumption, and support the local community. Check out some highlights of our green event initiatives by clicking here
REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2025 Los Angeles Marathon will be open online here through March 12 or while supplies last. The 2024 Los Angles Marathon sold out.
- General registration – pay and run
- Team TMF registration – run for free when you join Team TMF and commit to fundraising $650
- Other non-profit charity partner: you can participate with any of our official charity partners.
Registration for the 2025 Los Angeles Marathon will be open online here through March 12 or while supplies last.
Unless entered through Students Run LA, participants must be 16 years or older on race day to enter. Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian present to pick up the participant’s race bib and sign the Event waiver.
No, we do not offer refunds, deferrals, or transfer of registrations.
A Marathon and GovX are proud to offer exclusive discounts for current and former military, first responders and law enforcement. To redeem your discount, please visit GovX by clicking here. Discount available while supplies last.
- Login to your participant account on Haku
- In the Your Events tab, select the event you wish to update
- Edit your registration and hit “Save"
If you need to update personal information such as name, DOB, gender, etc. you can contact support@hakusports.com for assistance.
As of March 2024, all McCourt Foundation events are hosted by Haku. You can log into Haku to see your past and current registrations by logging in here https://manage.hakuapp.com/login/the-mccourt-foundation
EXPO & BIB PICKUP
The Lifestyle Expo and all participant Bib Pick-Up is always the Friday and Saturday before the LA Marathon.
The 2025 Lifestyle Expo & Bib Pick-Up is:
Friday, March 6, 10am – 7pm
Saturday, March 7, 10am – 5pm
Location: Dodger Stadium.
The LA Marathon Expo is at Dodger Stadium. The Expo is open to the public and parking is FREE.
Bib numbers will be assigned dynamically when you check it. We do not pre-set bib numbers.
You can purchase Start Line Hospitality that includes Race Day bib pick up. Learn more here.
No, all participants must pick up their own bibs.
No, we do not mail bibs.
At bib pick up at the Expo
Yes! Bring your shoes, T-shirts, socks and running clothes/shorts to the expo Friday and Saturday to donate to One World Running, a Colorado-based non-profit organization celebrating its 37th year promoting health and fitness around the world. Cleats also accepted. Any clothing should be washed beforehand.
COURSE
There will be 19 aid stations located approximately every 1.5 miles along the course. Every aid station has water, Electrolit, and portable restrooms.
- We'll have hydration aid stations approximately every 1.5 miles on course. Each station will have Electrolit and Water
- We will have 2 aid stations with GU Energy Gels, they will be at Mile 12 and Mile 18
This is to be confirmed.
Yes, at all aid stations will have portable restrooms.
We will have the following flavors of GU at the 2025 Los Angeles Marathon:
- Vanilla Bean (with caffeine)
- Sea Salt Chocolate Roc Gel (with caffeine)
- Raspberry Lemonade (caffeine free)
Yes, there are 10 medical stations on course located at every 2 miles beginning at Mile 6. In addition there is medical at the Start Line, Finish line and inside the Finish Festival
Yes, LA Road Runner Pace Leaders will lead groups with the following finish times: 3:00; 3:10; 3:20; 3:30; 3:40; 3:50; 4:00; 4:10; 4:20; 4:30; 4:40; 4:50; 5:00; 5:15; 5:30; 5:45; 6:00; 6:15; 6:30
We recommend checking out our parking and transportation page for all the details.
Yes, checking out our parking and transportation page for all the details.
LA Loyal FAQs
LA Loyal is a loyalty program that recognizes the dedicated runners who run the Los Angeles Marathon year after year. The program rewards runners who run more than one consecutive year and is open to anyone who meets enrollment deadlines.
The incentives for 2025 are:
- 2 - 4 Consecutive Years: LA Loyal bib and 2025 LA Loyal Pin
- 5 Consecutive Years: LA Loyal bib, 2025 LA Loyal Pin, 5-Year LA Loyal Pin, and LA Loyal hat
- 10 Consecutive Years: LA Loyal bib, 2025 LA Loyal Pin, LA Loyal hoodie, and a limited-edition medal featuring the original 1986 design
- 11–14 Consecutive Years: LA Loyal bib, 2025 LA Loyal Pin, LA Loyal Branded Bib Snaps
- 15 Consecutive Years: LA Loyal bib, 2025 LA Loyal Pin, and a branded RITC travel mug
- 16+ Consecutive Years (2025* Only): LA Loyal bib, 2025 LA Loyal Pin, and a branded RITC travel mug
*16+ years: In 2025 only, 16+ year participants will receive 15 year swag item. In 2026, this item will only be for those who reach the 15 year milestone that year and 16+ year participants will receive the same/similar swag as the 11-14 year participants. The 11-14 year swag changes every year. The 15 year swag will not change.
Yes, all new in 2025 we are introducing a 15 year incentive item! This will be a LA Loyal branded RITC travel mug.
In 2025 only, this item will be given to all participants who reach the impressive milestone of 15 consecutive LA Marathons (first year was 2011) AND to all participants who are 16+ years. In 2026, this item will only be for those who reach the 15 year milestone that year. The 15 year swag will not change.
Additionally in 2025, the special 11 - 14 year item, will be LA Loyal and LA Marathon branded bib snaps! In 2025 this item will be for 11 - 14 only, but in 2026 it will be for 11 - 14 and 16+. This item changes every year (former years have been arm warmers, cooling towel, etc).
In 2026, the only change we are currently planning is that the 11 - 14 Consecutive Years will become 11 - 14 and 16+ Consecutive Years.
The 11-14 year swag item changes every year. The 15 year swag will not change.
However, all plans and swag are subject to change at any time.
To be eligible for the 2025 LA Loyal program participants must have completed at least the 2024 LA Marathon and register for the 2025 LA Marathon by February 15, 2025 or while supplies last (whichever comes first).
All participants who participated in at least the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon and register for the 2025 Los Angeles Marathon before the February 15, 2025 deadline are automatically enrolled.
We will post a list every month around the 15th of the Month, starting in October, with those currently qualified.
No, participating in the Charity Half Marathon does not count to the LA Loyal program.
All LA Loyal rewards, including bibs, pins and apparel, are only available for pickup at the 2025 Los Angeles Marathon Lifestyle Expo on race weekend.
We do not mail LA Loyal items for participants.
Complete details on when and where to pick up your swag will be emailed out closer to the marathon.
If you have purchased the Start Line Hospitality add on, you can pick-up your gear at the start line hospitality tent on race morning.
If you do not purchase Start Line Hospitality, you can pick up your gear at our office. Contact solutions@mccourtfoundation.org with LA LOYAL PICKUP in the subject line to schedule a date and time.
We do not mail LA Loyal items to participants.
No. Skipping a year will reset your eligibility for all tiers. The program requires you to run consecutive years. To remain eligible you must register for the 2025 Los Angeles Marathon by February 15, 2025.
Exceptions are made for verifiable medical issues, pregnancy or military deployment. Contact solutions@mccourtfoundation.org
SRLA members are recognized at the 5 and 10-year tiers.
Please contact solutions@mccourtfoundation.org with LA LOYAL in the subject line.
TEAM TMF
TMF stands for “The McCourt Foundation.” Team TMF is The McCourt Foundation’s charity team – by running with us, you commit to raising money to support our mission of striving to cure Neurological diseases while empowering communities to build a healthier world.
No, signing up for Team TMF means you are fundraising for The McCourt Foundation. If you would like to fundraise for another charity, you should reach out to them directly for your registration link. A list of our nonprofit partners can be found here.
- Fundraising commitments vary by event. The LA Marathon, Charity Half Marathon, and Rose Bowl Half Marathon have a fundraising commitment of $650. The Rose Bowl 5K and Santa Monica Classic 5K & 10K have a $350 fundraising commitment. The LA Big 5K has a $150 fundraising commitment.
- Los Angeles Marathon: In order to join Team TMF for the LA Marathon or Charity Half Marathon, you must commit to fundraising $650 by March 11, 2024.
No – your entry is included with your fundraising commitment as long as your commitment is met by the deadline.
- Team perks vary per event. Some of the perks include a team shirt along with the event shirt and medal, your name on your bib, VIP hospitality for the LA Marathon and Rose Bowl Half + 5K, and access to our exciting incentive program.
- Los Angeles Marathon Team perks include:
- FREE entry into the Los Angeles Marathon
- Exclusive Team TMF t-shirt
- Personalized Bib (must be registered by 2/15/24)
- LA Road Runners membership
- Private Area near the Start Line (includes coffee, continental breakfast, heaters, private gear check)
- Private gear check
- Preferred corral access
- Official event finisher medal and participant t-shirt
- Access to our fundraising rewards program, and more!
- Santa Monica Classic: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=da24b52964a3b0315972
- Rose Bowl: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=9a21384c459daffbf594
- Los Angeles Marathon: You can register here: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=48ad7a1fe8f91726031b
- LA 5K: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=bb8bfcda8dacc9e2053c
No, we do not offer refunds, deferrals, or transfer of registrations.
NONPROFIT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
The Los Angeles Marathon Nonprofit Partnership Program is an opportunity for nonprofits to utilize the Los Angeles Marathon, Charity Half Marathon and LA Big 5K as a platform to create awareness about their mission and raise funds for their organization.
You can find a list of all our official non-profit partners and their contact information by event. Los Angeles Marathon Nonprofit Partners, Charity Half Marathon Nonprofit Partners, LA Big 5K Nonprofit Partners.
Fundraising commitments will vary by team. Please reach out to the team you are interested in directly for more information.
- To be considered for the Nonprofit Partner Program, all organizations must:
- Be a 501c3 and operating for 1+ years
- Commit to prepaying for the minimum number of entries. Participating Partners: 15 entries for the Marathon ($170/entry) and/or Charity Half Marathon ($135/entry). 5K Partners: 40 entries for the LA 5K ($40/entry)
- Commit to the fundraising minimums for your team. Participating Partners: $650 fundraising minimum per team member. 5K Partners: $150 fundraising minimum per team member
If you are interested in becoming a partner for 2025, click here to be added to our interest list: https://losangelesmarathon.wufoo.com/forms/2024-nonprofit-partnership-program-learn-more/
CHALLENGE MEDALS
Challenge Medals are additional medals earned for participating in specific combinations of races in specific orders.
We have three Challenge Medals. All Medals must start with the first event listed.
Conquer LA:
Santa Monica Classic 10K
Rose Bowl Half Marathon
Los Angeles Marathon
Triple 5K Tour of LA
Santa Monica Classic 5K
Rose Bowl 5K
LA 5K
LA Double Play
LA 5K
Los Angeles Marathon
You must complete the events for each Challenge medal in a season. For 2025 those events are:
Conquer LA:
Santa Monica Classic 10K – September 8, 2024 (SOLD OUT)
Rose Bowl Half Marathon - January 19, 2025
Los Angeles Marathon - March 16, 2025
Triple 5K Tour of LA
Santa Monica Classic 5K – September 9, 2024 ** SOLD OUT**
Rose Bowl 5K - January 19, 2025
LA 5K - March 15, 2025
LA Double Play
LA 5K - March 15, 2025
Los Angeles Marathon - March 16, 2025
You will pick up the Conquer LA challenge medal in the secure zone after you finish the Los Angeles Marathon
You will pick up your Triple 5K Tour of LA challenge medal in the secure zone after you finish the LA 5K
You will pick up the LA Double Play challenge medal in the secure zone after you finish the Los Angeles Marathon
Be sure to register with the same name, email address, and birth date for all medals. You can log into Haku to see your past and current registrations by logging in here https://manage.hakuapp.com/login/the-mccourt-foundation. If you see all the events listed there you’re all set, if you are missing an event and believe you are registered for the missing event please email us at Solutions@mccourtfoundation.org
- You can earn both challenge medals with two important call outs.
- Starting in 2024 you can and must complete both the Santa Monica Classic 5K and 10K in person, at the race. You will need to buy bibs for both distances AND participate in both distances at the Santa Monica Classic
- You cannot complete both the Rose Bowl 5K and Half Marathon at the race. You will need to purchase both bibs and only participate in the Half Marathon distance. You will then complete the 5K at your own time. It is NOT virtual participation and we will not mail you your finisher medal or record a 5K finish time. You will need to pick up your bib at bib pick up and pick up your finisher medal at the race.
PRO & ELITE AGE GROUP
The Los Angeles Marathon hosts traditional men’s and women’s pro division races with prize money payouts to the top finishers in each division. The Marathon Chase is the media focus of the race. Pro men start minutes behind the pro women based on a formula. The first runner across the finish line wins the Chase and its cash bonus.
Pro Standards
Runners meeting these time standards* may elect** to race in the Professional Division:
Men Marathon Half Marathon
<2:31:00 <1:11:00
Women Marathon Half Marathon
<3:00:00 <1:21:00
* Times must have been achieved within the previous 24 months from race day
** Election to race as a pro is made by emailing coordinator@mccourtfoundation.org (before March 1, 2024 or until the race is sold-out) with proof of time standard. Runners electing to race in the Pro Division will receive free entry.
Click here to read the full LA Marathon Pro Race rules and technical information.
The Elite Age Group Division, a new program (started 2021), is developing into a distinctive hallmark of the Los Angeles Marathon. Age group runners meeting the qualifying times at the marathon or half-marathon distance are eligible to enter the Elite Age Group Division entitling them to start with the pros and enjoy pro-style pre-race hospitality and amenities.
2024 Elite Age Group Qualifying Times
Women Marathon Half Marathon
<3:20 <1:37
Men Marathon Half Marathon
<2:45 <1:16
For information or entry into the Elite Age Group Program – coordinator@mccourtfoundation.org
The Los Angeles Marathon was a pioneer in wheelchair racing with an official pro wheelchair division contested every year since 1986, the same year that the Boston Marathon first offered wheelchair division prize money. For information regarding the Pro Wheelchair Division contact wheelchairdivision@gmail.com .
For non pro wheelers, athletes with disabilities, and hand-crank racers, contact solutions@mccourtfoundation.org
RACE RULES
Unless entered through Students Run LA, participants must be 16 years or older on race day to enter. Participants 16-17 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian present to pick up the participant’s race bib and sign the Event waiver.
Yes!
Yes! Please note that all hydration packs will be checked by security at Dodger Stadium when you enter the secure start area.
No skates or bikes are allowed on the course.
No, no strollers are allowed on course.
No animals of any kind, including dogs, may be brought on the course or into the Start or Finish line areas. (Those needing service animals please see AWD rules).
Yes, the Los Angeles Marathon is USATF certified and can be used as a qualifier for other events. For more information please visit www.usatf.org
The Los Angeles Marathon received Gold level certification from the Council for Responsible Sport. This is Los Angeles Marathon’s fourth certification, which marks it among the ten longest-standing certified events in the world. In 2022, we applied for re-certification to the Council for Responsible Sport, an organization that independently verifies the social and environmental initiatives of sports events. Our sustainability efforts will receive 3rd party verification, with data reported by Three Squares Inc. (2nd party) and verified by the Council for Responsible Sport (3rd party).
Our comprehensive equity, access, and inclusion policy provides guidance for decision makers as well as event participants in the form of employees, partners, contractors, speakers, volunteers, visitors, attendees, or others affiliated with the Los Angeles Marathon.
Declaration of Inclusion:
The 2024 Los Angeles Marathon invites all interested and willing parties to participate in the event. We intend to create an event that adheres to principles of social equity and inclusion and is open, welcoming, safe, and accessible for all who have an interest in participating provided that they have obtained a valid pass of entry to the event.
Statement of Accessibility
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The McCourt Foundation has established a process for accessibility matters pertaining to the event. The McCourt Foundation is committed to access for all participants and spectators involved with the Los Angeles Marathon.
Requests and Feedback Mechanisms
To ensure proper communication and to optimize organizer’s ability to best meet accommodation requests, requests must be received by Stacy Embretson, Senior Director of Operations, no later than 1 business week (7 days) prior to race day.
All requests for accommodations will be acknowledged within 72 hours. Clarification from the organizer to meet the request will be provided within one business week of the request and upon consultation with the participant requesting the accommodation. The following types of accommodations may be considered upon request—e.g. alternative format documents, interpreters, captioning, assistive listening devices.
For these and any other accommodation requests, or for more information, please email solutions@mccourtfoundation.org.
The event organizers are committed to ensuring the best possible experience for participants and spectators. Participants and spectators can submit feedback regarding the activities and facilities at the event, including responsiveness to accommodation needs, by email at solutions@mccourtfoundation.org.