the races

Whether you are competing or this is your first endurance or 5K event, our races are all about you! We want you to have fun, achieve your goal, finish strong, PR, and enjoy the journey. We'll offer you advice and support all along the way. In the end, you can be proud and we will too, of you, hanging that medal around your neck and cheering your every step.

Full Marathon

The SLO Marathon is a point-to-point course. The race starts at San Luis Obispo High School and finishes at the iconic Madonna Inn...

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Half Marathon

The SLO Half Marathon is a paved point-to-point course that follows the Marathon route, starting at San Luis Obispo High School, a quick loop around...

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5k Race

The SLO Marathon 5k race is a paved, two loop course that starts and finishes within the Madonna Inn property...

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training for a marathon

San Luis Obispo Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K Training Programs are available for all levels of athletes. We encourage you to train with the SLO Marathon & Half official charity Team In Training program to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or purchase one of our training programs geared to your specific race goals.

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Merchandise

The San Luis Obispo Marathon + Half logo merchandise shop is open!. Get your race gear NOW!