Modesto Marathon
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Modesto Marathon : event overview
The Modesto Marathon takes place in Modesto, California on Sunday, March 22, 2026. The event includes in-person, assisted, and virtual options across several distances. The organizer describes the road course as flat. Proceeds benefit Teens Run Modesto, a youth program that uses a structured training plan and mentorship to prepare local, especially at-risk, youth to complete the Modesto Marathon. The event lists USATF sanctioning for the full marathon (sanction number #C19027051).
Events and additional details
- Marathon
- Half marathon
- 10K
- 5K
Additional event formats include assisted versions of the marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, plus virtual versions of each. The race weekend program includes a packet pickup and expo, a finish line festival, pace teams, awards and course records, and a multiweek training group. The 2026 edition will feature a Graffiti Classic Car theme with classic cars and entertainment. A recent participant summary shows a total of 121 registered participants across events, with runners entered in each main distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.