Island Running Festival

Island Running Festival is a multi-distance running event held in Alameda, California, with all races starting and finishing at Faction Brewery on Alameda Point. The festival features three distances—the Island Half Marathon, Island 10K, and Island 5K Run/Walk—catering to runners of all abilities. The weekend includes a Health and Wellness Expo presented by Alameda Health Systems, plus a finish-area with food, beverages, finishers medals, race bibs, and a commemorative T-shirt.

For 2025 the Half Marathon uses a modified two-loop course on Alameda Point offering flat, fast terrain with coastal views, plus landmarks like the USS Hornet and SF skyline. Proceeds benefit Alameda Education Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.