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2026 Run Malibu

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Run Malibu is where wellness, community and endurance come together. Run the iconic Pacific Coast Highway in the Half Marathon, or take on the CSU Dolphin 5K on the CSU Channel Islands campus. Complete both in the Combo Challenge to earn two medals plus an exclusive combo reward.

5K, Combo Half Marathon & 5K, Kids Dash, and 3 more

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Sat, Nov 7, 2026 - Sun, Nov 8, 2026

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Malibu, United States

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Where and when

Location
Malibu, United States
Start times
5K: 9:00 AMCombo Half Marathon & 5K: 9:00 AM
Half Marathon: 7:00 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for 2026 Run Malibu
Half Marathon
13.1 mi
$219 - $325
5K
3.1 mi
$55
Combo Half Marathon & 5K
16.2 mi
$249
Kids Dash
$22

Route information

Half Marathon: Start on the CSU Channel Islands campus, wind through the Santa Monica Mountains, then head south along the Pacific Coast Highway toward Thornhill Broome Beach with ocean views the whole way.
5K: A paved, family friendly course entirely within the CSU Channel Islands campus, passing Big Rock Park and the iconic Bell Tower.
Start and Finish: The Half Marathon starts at CSU Channel Islands and finishes on PCH just north of Mugu Rock. The 5K starts and finishes near El Dorado Park on campus.

What's included

  • Exclusive race shirt
  • Finisher medal
  • Refreshments in the finish area
  • Run Malibu Run Tribe community perks

How to get there

Malibu, United States
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Getting There: You will need a car or a drop off. Head to CSU Channel Islands (1 University Dr, Camarillo, CA 93012), where all day race parking is available.
Spectators: Park at CSU Channel Islands and take the Run Malibu shuttle to the finish festival at Point Mugu.
Hotels: Official partner Sonesta Select Camarillo, plus more options through HotelPlanner, linked on runmalibu.com.

Hotels and Accommodation

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Event day logistics

Packet Pickup: Required at the Race Expo at El Dorado Park, CSU Channel Islands, with local vendors, partners and live music.
Race Day Pickup: Available as a paid add-on for Half Marathon runners and free for 5K runners.
Parking: Park at CSU Channel Islands, where both races start.
Finish Line: There is no parking or drop off at the Half Marathon finish on PCH. Spectators must ride the Run Malibu shuttle from CSU Channel Islands.
Gear Check: Available for Half Marathon runners. There is no gear check for the 5K.

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