We Run This Beach Marathon

We Run This Beach Marathon & Half Marathon in Gulf Shores, Alabama, is a February weekend event (Feb 21–22, 2026) offering Marathon, Half Marathon, Beachin’ 5K, Beachin’ 10K, and CHALLENGE options. The course starts and finishes at Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion, winding along pancake-flat, paved paths through Gulf State Park with scenic views of Lake Shelby and nearby lakes. It is USATF-certified and a Boston qualifier (AL22006JE), with chip timing and aid stations offering water, Powerade and GU gels.

Finishers receive medals, and CHALLENGE participants earn an even larger medal with a tech shirt. A post-race beach party features food, drinks and music; The Lodge at Gulf State Park serves as the host hotel. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.