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Rose Bowl Half & 5K
2026 Registration
Join us for the 2026 Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K, returning to Pasadena on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
By participating in this event, you’re also supporting The McCourt Foundation’s mission to cure neurological diseases while empowering communities to build a healthier world, by funding research and programs to advance neurological health, foster community wellness, and make a lasting impact.
Explore registration options below and secure your spot at the start line of this sellout race!
Half Marathon: January 18, 2026
General Entry
5K: January 18, 2026
General Entry
Half Marathon: Sunday, January 18, 2026
Team TMF - $650 Fundraising Required
Half Marathon: Sunday, January 18, 2026
Team TMF 2K Club - $2,000 Fundraising Required
5K: January 18, 2026
Team TMF - $250 Fundraising Required
5K: January 18, 2026
Team TMF 2K Club - $2,000 Fundraising Required
Kids Run: January 18, 2026
Ages 3 - 8
General Registration Benefits
- Participant Bib
- Finisher Medal
- ASICS Participant t-shirt
- Finish Festival
Join Team TMF
Run with purpose.
Fundraising for Team TMF means every mile you run makes a difference and supports our mission to cure neurological diseases while empowering communities to build a healthier world! Everyone is welcome to help us make a difference while experiencing all the benefits and perks of being a VIP.
Fundraising with Team TMF includes these amazing perks:
- FREE entry for the Rose Bowl Half Marathon
- VIP Hospitality with pre & post-race food (including beer and mimosas!)
- Customized Bib (must be registered by sellout or 12/12/25)
- FREE race day bib pick-up
- Exclusive Team TMF t-shirt
- Rose Bowl locker room access
- And all the race perks!
*Team TMF registration perks are subject to change
- $1000*: Free Finisher Pix + Branded Socks!
NEW THIS YEAR:
- $2000*: One-Night Stay at Downtown Pasadena Hotel on Saturday, January 17
(Must raise $2,000 by December 12, 2025 to qualify)
*Team TMF registration perks are subject to change
NEW THIS YEAR! Want to guarantee a free night hotel for the night before the race? Sign up for the 2K Club. That means committing to fundraise $2,000 by December 12, 2025 to receive a 1-night stay at a downtown Pasadena hotel on Saturday, January 17th, 2026!
The 2K Club includes:
- 1-Night Stay at Downtown Pasadena Hotel on Saturday, January 17
- Free Race Entry
- VIP Hospitality with pre & post-race food (including beer and mimosas!), private porta-a-potties, and private gear check.
- Customized Bib
- Free Race Day Bib Pick Up
- Exclusive Team TMF Shirt
-
Rose Bowl Locker Room Access
- Free Finisher Pix & Branded Socks
*Team TMF registration perks are subject to change
VIP Hospitality exclusive for Team TMF participants, and includes:
- Free Race day bib pick-up
- Private Gear Check
- Access to tent with heaters
- Private portable restrooms
- Light continental breakfast (coffee/tea, water, Electrolit, bananas, bagels)
- Post-Race Beer and Mimosas in the tent!
If you’re already registered, you can upgrade to Team TMF for VIP Hospitality. Your registration fee counts toward the fundraising minimum ($250 for the 5K / $650 for the Half). You can meet the minimum by fundraising or covering the remaining balance. For more details, contact gillian@mcourtfoundation.org
Registration Policy
The 2026 Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K is scheduled to take place on January 18, 2026. There are no refunds, transfers, or deferrals for any reason including an event cancellation, event conducted at a shorter distance or virtual event, or the event being rescheduled. Prices may increase at any time.
Military Discount: Through our partnership with GovX, the Rose Bowl Half Marathon is offering a special 10% discount to active duty and retired military, first responders, and law enforcement as our way of saying thank you for your service. Please click here to activate your discount.
Join Team TMF