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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.