San Francisco Marathon 2024

Submitted by the Event Organizer

This Could Be You!

See how incredible it feels to run Marathons in San Francisco! Be part of this year’s Full Marathon on July 28, 2024. Register today!

What You’ll Experience: Running the full marathon in San Francisco is a thrill! Along the way, you’ll take in:

• Breathtaking views from the Golden Gate Bridge of the San Francisco Bay.
• Iconic parks, areas and neighborhoods including Fisherman’s Wharf, the Marina Green, Crissy Field and Sausalito, Presidio, Golden Gate Park, the Haight St, and the Mission District.
• Up-close views of major league sports stadiums including homes of the Golden State Warriors and the San Francisco Giants.
• Positive energy from Full Marathon spectators at the finish line and along the Bay Bridge.

San Francisco Marathon 2024
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Race starts at 5:15 am
All over San Francisco
FREE to watch

You don’t have to run marathons to be a part of The San Francisco Marathon experience. That’s because spectating is essential to the energy of marathons in San Francisco. Bring your full supply of positive vibes because when the race begins, the cheering never stops.

We encourage everyone to come out on race day, whether you know someone running or not. For spectators information, click here.

2024 Full Marathon Race Map

Sunday, July 28, 2024

Full Marathon

Start Time: 5:15 a.m.
Start Line: Embarcadero at Mission
Finish Line: Embarcadero at Folsom
Distance: 26.2 miles with a 6-hour time limit.
Race Fee: $330.99*
The race fee includes these items: race shirt $45, jacket $89, beach towel $35, tote bag $22. Total gift value = $191

Bridge Half / 1st Half Marathon

Start Time: 7:00 a.m.
Start Line: Presidio, adjacent to Crissy Field Sports Basement (shuttle info below)
Finish Line: Golden Gate Park, on JFK at the Rose Garden
Distance: 13.1 miles with a 3-hour time limit.

Race Fee: $297.99 $253.29 – Save 15% ($44.70) with code 15SFM at checkout!*
The race fee includes these items: race shirt $45, jacket $89, beach towel $35, tote bag $22. Total gift value = $191

City Half / 2nd Half Marathon

Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
Start Line: MLK Jr. Drive @Golden Gate Park  (see shuttle info below)
Finish Line: Embarcadero at Folsom (Full Marathon finish line)
Distance: 13.1 miles with a 3.5-hour time limit.
Race Fee: $208.99*
The race fee includes these items: race shirt $45, beach towel $35, tote bag $22. Total gift value = $102

The San Francisco 10k

We’re delighted to announce that @thesfmarathon has become Olympian Alexi Pappas’s home race and a place where she can nurture her love for the sport. With her help, we can’t wait to create a truly unforgettable race experience for all our runners. Meet Alexi at the Race Expo and take on the Alexi Pappas SFM 10K, a race overflowing with excitement, fun, and Glitter!

Start Time: 7:00 a.m.*
Start Line: The Embarcadero near Mission St.*
Finish Line: Embarcadero at Washington*
Distance: Flat 10k course (6.2 miles)
Race Fee: $98.99
The race fee includes these items: race shirt $45, beach towel $35, tote bag $22. Total gift value = $102

5K Races (July 27-28, 2024)

Saturday, July 27, 2024
The Saturday 5k Waterfront race features a flat, fast course that’s perfect for racing with friends or walking with a stroller and family dog.

Race Start*
7:30 am

Location
Crissy Field, San Francisco, CA 94129

Race Finish
Crissy Field, San Francisco, CA 94129

Race Distance
Flat 3.1 Mile course (Course time limit is 1 hour)
*Course & start time subject to change

Race Fee: $89.99
The race fee includes these items: race shirt $45, beach towel $35, tote bag $22. Total gift value = $102

Sunday, July 28, 2024
Be part of the fun, join 25,000 runners hitting the Streets of San Francisco, and run in the Sunday 5K Race.

Race Start Time/Location
9:00 am* @ Mission Street and The Embarcadero, San Francisco, California 94105

Race Finish
Embarcadero at Washington Street, San Francisco, California 94105

Race Distance
Flat 3.1 mile course (Course time limit 1 hour)

Race Fee: $95.99

*Course & start time subject to change

The San Francisco Ultramarathon

What You’ll Experience: Running two marathons in San Francisco is a challenge for the bold! Along the way, you’ll take in:

• Breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Bay.
• Iconic parks, areas and neighborhoods including Fisherman’s Wharf, the Marina Green, Crissy Field and Sausalito, Presidio, Golden Gate Park, the Haight St, and the Mission District.
• Up-close views of major league sports stadiums including homes of the Golden State Warriors and the San Francisco Giants.

Can’t join us in person? Register for Virtual!

Experience our races virtually, including the half, full and ultra marathons in San Francisco. Learn more on our Virtual Races page.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.