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Ventura Marathon
Sunday, February 21, 2027 · Ventura, CA
The race in 60 seconds
It is one of 114 races on the California calendar that February.
What race day usually feels like
Based on the last three years, race week in February typically sees lows near 44°F and highs around 63°F: classic PR weather if the wind behaves. Weather normals computed from Ventura-area conditions for race week, not the nearest big city.
How the field ran it in 2026
Real chip times from the 2026 official results, not estimates. Use the median as your reality check: half the field finished slower than it.
| 2026 Marathon · 1313 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 2:26:01 | 5:34 /mi |
| Top 25% | 3:20:35 | 7:39 /mi |
| Median finisher | 3:46:13 | 8:38 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 4:19:27 | 9:54 /mi |
| Final finisher | 6:24:14 | 14:40 /mi |
| 2026 1/2 Marathon · 1124 finishers | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | 1:44:49 | 4:00 /mi |
| Top 25% | 1:57:59 | 4:30 /mi |
| Median finisher | 2:12:14 | 5:03 /mi |
| 75th percentile | 2:33:33 | 5:52 /mi |
| Final finisher | 5:25:52 | 12:26 /mi |
Official 2026 results via RunSignUp, 2437 finishers across 2 events.
Common questions
When is Ventura Marathon?
Ventura Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, February 21, 2027.
Where is Ventura Marathon held?
Ventura Marathon is held in Ventura, California. It is about 14 miles from Oxnard.
What distances does Ventura Marathon offer?
The listed distances are Marathon, Half Marathon.
How much does Ventura Marathon cost?
Listed event options start from $150. This minimum may be for a kids or shorter event. Check the official race page for your distance's current price and any additional fees.
How do I register for Ventura Marathon?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
More races nearby
Within about 60 miles, ordered by approximate straight-line distance between listed locations.
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- May 8, 2027City Impact's 17th Annual BEACHFRONT RUNVentura, CA · Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
- Nov 15, 2026Patagonia Salmon Run 5KVentura, CA · 5K
- Jun 12, 2027Bike the Coast VenturaVentura, CA · 20 Miles, 30 Miles, 40 Miles
See every race on the California calendar, all Ventura races, California Marathons, California Half Marathons, or use the Race Finder for maps and filters.
Register for Ventura Marathon →on RunSignUp · listed event options from $150
Listing data refreshed nightly from the registration platform. Photos via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0, Public domain). Last template review July 2026. Spot an error? Tell us and we'll fix it fast.