United States · Road marathon · 42.195 km
2XU Long Beach Marathon
Long Beach, California, United States
Long Beach Marathon follows California roads and a paved beach path on a predominantly flat course at sea level. The Queen Mary, Shoreline Village, Belmont Shore and Cal State Long Beach feature before the return along Ocean Boulevard. The 2026 start is at 5:30am, so breakfast requires some commitment. General entry depends on the availability of registration releases. The 2027 early-access list provides notifications only; joining it does not secure a place. The published course limit is 7.5 hours.
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Upcoming dates
TBC — awaiting confirmation
Waiting for the next race? Follow the organiser’s link for the latest date and race-day details. All dates and start times are local.
At a glance
- City / location
- Long Beach
- State / district
- California
- Distance
- 42.195 kilometres / 26.2 miles
- Surface
- Road and paved beach path
- Course profile
- Predominantly flat at sea level.
- Approximate field
- About 6,500 runnersReported participants · 2025
The race report published by Running USA identifies 6,500 participants in the marathon separately from 14,000 in the half marathon. It does not label the number as a finisher count.
How to enter 2XU Long Beach Marathon
These are the organiser’s entry routes. Check the linked page for the edition, opening dates, eligibility, fees and current availability.
General entry
Use the official website for release availability and registration. Sold-out releases may limit the places available.
Official entry information2027 early-access notifications
The organiser offers a 2027 notification list. Joining it alerts you when registration opens and does not itself secure a race place.
Official entry informationRoute and course
Downtown Long Beach, Queen Mary, Shoreline Village, the beach path, Belmont Shore, Marine Stadium and Cal State Long Beach, returning via Ocean Boulevard.
Race-day planning
Check which edition each detail applies to before making your plans. Follow the linked instructions for the latest arrangements.
- 2026 start
- 05:30 local time at Shoreline Drive and Shoreline Village Drive. 2026 start information
- Course limit
- 7.5 hours; minimum age 18. Course limit information
Past races and results
Official results archiveOpen the organiser’s results to find a runner, club or published category standing. At festivals with several distances, select the marathon results.
2025 2XU Long Beach Marathon
Full 2025 resultsPaige Moore won on her marathon debut, while Esteban Prado took the men’s title. The race report published by Running USA describes cool, overcast conditions and gives the marathon field separately from the other weekend events.
Men
Running USA’s race report records Esteban Prado winning in 2:26:32, with Ethan Widlansky second.
View result detailsWomen
Paige Moore won in 2:55:13 ahead of Selena Gallardo Dominguez, according to the race report published by Running USA.
View result detailsRace news, photos and video
Common questions
When is 2XU Long Beach Marathon?
The next race date is TBC (to be confirmed). Check the official organiser for the latest announcements.
How do I enter 2XU Long Beach Marathon?
General entry: Use the official website for release availability and registration. Sold-out releases may limit the places available. 2027 early-access notifications: The organiser offers a 2027 notification list. Joining it alerts you when registration opens and does not itself secure a race place.
Where is 2XU Long Beach Marathon and how far is it?
2XU Long Beach Marathon takes place in Long Beach, California, United States. This guide covers the 42.195 km full marathon (26.2 miles). Surface: Road and paved beach path
What is the 2XU Long Beach Marathon course like?
Downtown Long Beach, Queen Mary, Shoreline Village, the beach path, Belmont Shore, Marine Stadium and Cal State Long Beach, returning via Ocean Boulevard. Predominantly flat at sea level.
How big is the field at 2XU Long Beach Marathon?
The approximate field is About 6,500 runners, based on Reported participants for 2025. The race report published by Running USA identifies 6,500 participants in the marathon separately from 14,000 in the half marathon. It does not label the number as a finisher count. Entrants, starters and finishers are different measures.
Where can I find past 2XU Long Beach Marathon results?
The past races and results section links to the organiser’s results. Select the distance and edition for participant searches and published category standings.
Sources and race information
AthRecs is independent of the race organiser. This guide brings together the linked race information, results and reports. Source review: . Historical details are labelled by edition; current entry availability and final instructions remain with the organiser.
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