The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival, now preparing for its 20th annual event, has become a world class running event. Since the inaugural event in 2004, the Hoag OC Marathon and related events have grown to over 23,000 participants, generating more than $15 million annually in economic impact to the Orange County Region and raising $5.5 million for various charities. Runners from all 50 states and over 20 countries make the OC Marathon Running Festival their destination spring event.

Demographics

Size

Full Marathon - 2,500 registrants
Half Marathon - 10,000 registrants
5K - 3,000 registrants
Kids Run - 9,000 kids • 150+ schools

Spectators

15,000-20,000 people

Age

4.0% Under 18
18.0% 18-24
28.0% 25-35
28.0% 36-51
21.0% 52-70
1.0% 70+

Attendee Origin

45.0% Local Resident
49.0% Regional
5.5% National
0.5% International