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3-Month Marathon Training Plan for Pros & Beginners

Running a marathon is a challenging journey. You could prepare for months and still struggle on race day. Most people (especially beginners) approach marathon training by simply running daily, but, it’s more than that. To win a marathon, you need a structure- a marathon training plan. And if you can spare 3 months before race […]

A SNAIL’S PACE

A Snail’s Pace The Official Running Specialty Store and Pace Group of The OC Marathon About A SNAIL’S PACE SoCal’s Premier Running Shop A SNAIL’S PACE IS A ONE STOP SHOP FOR RUNNING SHOES, APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES. THEY HAVE FOUR LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT ORANGE AND LA COUNTY AND FREQUENTLY HOST EVENTS AT ALL STORE LOCATIONS. THEIR […]

Comprehensive 12 Weeks Marathon Training Plan

Have you ever thought about running a marathon? It’s a challenging yet incredibly rewarding experience that requires grit, determination, and a whole lot of training.  But where do you even begin with your training? How do you build up your endurance and avoid injuries? And what about nutrition and gear?  With our comprehensive 12-week marathon […]

Marathon Checklist: What to Do Before, During, and After the Race

Are you gearing up for an upcoming marathon? Congratulations! You’ve taken the first step towards an exhilarating journey that promises to push your limits and test your endurance.  However, preparing for a marathon can be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first one. There’s a lot to consider, from training and nutrition to gear and logistics. […]

Pacer Application

Elite Athlete Application

The HOAG OC MARATHON AND OC HALF MARATHON | Sunday, May 5, 2024 – OC 5K is Saturday, May 4th  Please note, the Elite Application is for in-person events only, virtual events are NOT eligible for elite status or prize money.   Thank you for your interest in the HOAG OC Marathon and Half Marathon, and the OC 5K Elite Athlete Application. Please read the requirements below to see if you qualify. If you meet the […]

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials 4.3 Stars on RaceRaves! The OC Marathon has a 4.3 star rating on RaceRaves! See why by visitng our page and reading the reviews left by runners. Read the reviews What People Are Saying 4.3 out of 5 stars on RaceRaves “I participated in the half marathon and the entire event, start to finish, […]

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RUNNING CLUB APPLICATION

RUNNING CLUBS

join THE OFFICIAL OC RUNNING CLUB COMMUNITY Register your running club join a local running club participating run clubs get special perks! oc run club benefits include… DISCOUNTS: Run Clubs get a custom discount code for your group when you make the OC Marathon Running Festival one of your club race. Additional discount opportunities from […]

LEGACY RUNNERS

Legends + Legacy Runners Apply to take part in the OC Marathon weekend festivities! 2024 Legacy Gift The 2024 OC Legacy gift is the triple layer vacuum insulated hybrid water bottle + shaker cup .  The bottle is available in 2 color designs shown below.  Legacy qualifiers will pick up their gift at the expo.   […]

LEGENDS

Legends Apply to take part in the OC Marathon weekend festivities! NAME About NAME About NAME ABOUT

SHUTTLES

Getting to the Start OPERATING ON SUNDAY ONLY 2 OPTIONS. SELECT ONE. One Park @ Finish Line – OC Fair & Event Center Most participants park at the finish line at the OC Fair & Event Center and are shuttled to the start line on buses. Step 1: Arrive at OC Fair & Event Center […]

COMBO CRUSH

COMBO CRUSH Go for the COMBO CRUSH by running our 5K, and then the full or half marathon the following morning! This has gotten even more popular with the added CELEBRATE OC Festival on Saturday. Extra Fun! Come out and enjoy multiple bands on the main stage, participate in the fun 5K at 5pm on […]

BEACH CITIES CHALLENGE

Beach Cities Challenge RUN ALL 3! Pacific Coast Highway never looked so good! Conquer the Beach Cities Challenge by completing, in consecutive order, any combo of full or half marathons at the Surf City Marathon, the Hoag OC Marathon and the Long Beach Marathon. Run all three in a row and receive this fabulous medal! […]

ROAD CLOSURES

ROAD CLOSURES Heads up! Dear Neighbor, Mark your calendar for Sunday May 5, 2024 – for the running of the 20th Anniversary OC Marathon. We’re back in full force with the full marathon, half marathon, 5K and Kids Run the OC events! We hope you look forward to this day with a sense of pride, […]

LIFESTYLE & FITNESS EXPO

Lifestyle & Fitness Expo Includes Runner Packet Pick-up Exhibitors – click here THE EXPO + RUNNER PACKET PICKUP TAKES PLACE AT THE OC FAIR & EVENT CENTER. 88 FAIR DR COSTA MESA, CA 92626 Friday4-8pm Saturday10am-5pm The OC Lifestyle and Fitness Expo will be a 2-day extravaganza at the OC Fair & Event Center Exhibit […]

HOTELS

Official Race Hotels Stay, Run, Celebrate PLEASE NOTE: It is the runners responsibility to coordinate all transportation to and from the race unless a shuttle is offered by the hotel, as noted below. For more information regarding individual event transportation, click the link below. Race Day Transportation compLimentary Shuttle to the start! CALL TO RESERVE! […]

RACE DAY TRANSPORTATION

RACE DAY TRANSPORTATION Parking & Shuttles Parking at the finish line (OC Fair & Event Center) is $12/day. Please be prepared with credit/debit. Parking at the start line (Fashion Island) is complimentary, in approved locations.   shuttles TO THE START IN NEWPORT BEACH will operate on Sunday only! IF YOU ARE STAYING AT A HOTEL, PLEASE […]

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Weekend Schedule LET THE FUN BEGIN Friday OC Fair & Event Center | 88 Fair Dr. Costa Mesa CA OC LIFESTYLE AND FITNESS EXPO 4:00PM – 8:00PM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Over 75 Fitness and Fun Brands Runner packet pickup Family Fun Day Saturday OC Fair & Event Center | 88 Fair Dr. Costa Mesa […]

ENTERTAINMENT

Entertainment Apply to take part in the OC Marathon weekend festivities! APPLY NOW Saturday Celebrate OC CELEBRATE OC is a two-day festival showcasing the brands and bands that make Orange County the best place to live and play. With a full schedule of family-friendly brands, the festival is held in partnership with the OC Marathon […]

AMBASSADORS

OC MARATHON AMBASSADORS Meet the Ambassadors! Follow our ambassadors for running + training tips, marathon fun, discounts and more! 2023-24 ocm ambassador applications are now closed. Applications will reopen after the 2024 event, stay tuned! application reopens in july 2024 ARDEE JAGT Instagram In 2010, I accomplished my inaugural half marathon, and since then, my […]

CORPORATE TEAMS

CORPORATE CHALLENGE Your employees can walk or run the 5K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon when your business participates in The OC Marathon Corporate Challenge. The challenge combines fitness and fun for the perfect team building experience.  Sign Up ABOUT THE CHALLENGE The OC Corporate Challenge (OCCC) is designed to encourage employees to become more […]

SHOW YOUR BIB PROGRAM

Show Your Bib Program Promote your local business Apply Let us know you want to participate this upcoming year through the link below. Decide Select an offer that you would like to provide runners during race weekend. Promote Cross-promote with us on social media, emails, and other marketing opportunities. Enjoy! Interact with runners and spectators […]

EXHIBITORS

Exhibitors Register as an exhibitor 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 […]

CHARITIES

Become a Charity Partner make your miles matter We can’t wait to help your charity raise money to fund your mission! It is our goal to bring back returning partners and accept new organizations to make sure this is the most successful year yet with regards to fundraising. The Make Your Miles Matter Charity Partner […]

SPONSORSHIPS

Sponsorships Email Us The OC Marathon is a world class running event, with a positive reputation in the health and fitness events industry. Taking place annually in May, the OC Marathon boasts a beautiful coastal course, and almost always promises wonderful weather to run, socialize, and have fun.  Becoming a partner of the OC Marathon […]

PARTNERSHIPS

Partnerships 4 ways to partner with us The Hoag OC Marathon invites your company to be part of The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival. Running is back in-person and we expect more than 20,000 will attend this year’s event. Known for providing incredibly fun running experience for all ages and abilities, the Hoag OC Marathon […]

VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers Event Weekend is May 3-5, 2024 WE NEED YOU The Hoag OC Marathon would not be possible without the support of over 2000 volunteers that assist throughout the event weekend. We will host and support approximately 170 schools (10,000 kids) for our Kids Run the OC, another 15,000 runners in the 5k, half and […]

RESULTS

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