Anacortes Half Marathon & 5k

Date(s)

September 19, 2026

Hours

Experience the Magic of the Anacortes Half Marathon

Run where the sea meets the sky in the stunning Pacific Northwest. The Anacortes Half Marathon takes you on a breathtaking journey through scenic coastal roads, lush forests, and picturesque waterfronts, all with views that will keep you moving forward. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply running for the love of the sport, this race is designed to challenge and inspire. Join a passionate community of runners and experience an unforgettable day of endurance, camaraderie, and natural beauty. Lace up, take the first step, and be part of something extraordinary.
Absolutely Beautiful Course 
Chip timing.
No major hills
Tons of water views
The Friendliest volunteers on the planet

Day of Race Schedule
Bib pick up opens at 7am. 
1/2 Marathon Start 8:00am
5K start 8:20am

All Half Marathon finishers will receive a Super Sweet Beanie and Fantastic Finisher Medal.
All 5k finishers receive  a Fantastic Finisher Medal. 

Race options:
Half-Marathon- Lollipop Course- around March Point. Flat and Beautiful!!!! Tons of views of the water and Mt Baker. 
5k- Out and Back Course on a runnable road/trail south of Swinomish Casino. 

The half marathon course (some say “the Great Course in the World!!!”)

Start and Finish at the East side of Swinomish Casino. 

Out and back to start on private gravel road Swinomish Tribal land. Normally closed to use. The road is runnable in normal running shoes. 

Pass back in front of the Casino on Casino Drive. 

Turn right on March Point Road. For a full loop around March Point. 

Then back to Casino. Finish will be along a gravel trail on the north side of the property back to the Start Finish area.

Prices

$59.50 for Half Marathon but price will increase after May 31 to $84.50. $32 for the 5k but price will increase after August 20 to $39.50