Moonlight Beach Half Marathon

MAR
15
2026
Read all about the Moonlight Beach Half Marathon on 15 Mar 2026 in Encinitas.
Sun 15 Mar 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers

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About the race

Moonlight Beach Half Marathon & 10k, presented by Excelerace, is held at Moonlight State Beach in Encinitas, California (west of I-5 on Encinitas Boulevard). The event offers a Half Marathon and a 10k along a scenic Encinitas course by the Pacific Ocean, set in a festive St. Patrick’s Day, green-themed atmosphere known as the Shamrock Run.

Special features include prize money for top finishers, a Best Costume Prize, and age-bracket awards for top finishers. Proceeds benefit VANC, a nonprofit supporting veterans and their families. The race combines community spirit with fitness, celebrating a fun, competitive vibe in a coastal setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k

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