ASICS Los Angeles Marathon

This Global Running Day, we aren’t just celebrating the miles, we’re celebrating the massive, vibrant mosaic of communities that make LA one of the greatest running cities in the world. Swipe through this post to see how some of our run club partners are celebrating and learn how you can join in on the fun!
 

Today we pause to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Gone, but never forgotten 🇺🇸

Choose your own adventure! Ever wonder how you earn challenge medals during the ASICS weekend? Swipe through this post for all the details.

Here is the full breakdown of our 2026-2027 challenges and exactly what you need to run to claim yours:

🏙️ CONQUER LA
1️⃣ Santa Monica Classic (10K) – Sept 13, 2026
2️⃣ Rose Bowl Half Marathon – Jan 17, 2027
3️⃣ ASICS Los Angeles Marathon – March 7, 2027

⚡ TRIPLE 5K TOUR OF LA
1️⃣ Santa Monica Classic (5K) – Sept 13, 2026
2️⃣ Rose Bowl 5K – Jan 17, 2027
3️⃣ LA 5K – March 6, 2027

⚾ LA DOUBLE PLAY
1️⃣ LA 5K – March 6, 2027
2️⃣ ASICS LA Marathon OR Charity Half Marathon – March 7, 2027

🧒 KIDS RUN LA
1️⃣ Santa Monica Classic Kids Run – Sept 13, 2026
2️⃣ Rose Bowl Kids Run – Jan 17, 2027
3️⃣ LA Kids Run – March 6, 2027

🌉 SF/LA CHALLENGE
1️⃣ The San Francisco Marathon (Any distance, July)
2️⃣ ASICS Los Angeles Marathon (March 2027)

Click the link below to choose your challenge medal adventure today!

🔗 https://bit.ly/4tu52p2

The heart of the LA Marathon is our charity program, and no one exemplifies that spirit quite like our long-time partner, angel city pit bulls. Year after year, they bring an unmatched energy to the course, proving that running a marathon can directly change the lives of dogs and kittens across Los Angeles.

Join a community of over 100+ nonprofit organizations that use the , LA Charity Half Marathon, and LA 5K as a platform to raise vital funds and awareness for their missions.

Click the link below to join one of our upcoming info sessions to learn more about the LA Marathon Charity Program.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4csuzdc

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the woman who inspires your miles with the gear that matches her spirit. Whether she’s training for her first 26.2 or cheering from the sidelines in Echo Park, give her a piece of the city’s most iconic race.

Click the link below and use code "MOTHERS-DAY" to save 20% on official ASICS LA Marathon Merchandise.

🔗 https://bit.ly/LAMarathonMerchandise

Applications for the 2027 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon Ambassador Team are now being accepted!

Ambassador hopefuls are invited to submit a 1-minute video telling us about themselves and why they’d be a great fit for the team.

Our Ambassadors are more than just runners - they’re enthusiastic leaders, content creators, run club regulars, and race weekend rockstars who represent the many paces and faces of the community. We’re looking for people who are excited to:

Post regularly on social media
Attend events and speak on behalf of the race
Create content
Connect with run clubs and represent the spirit of LA

You can find more info and application guidelines with the link below. The application window is May 1 to May 25. We can’t wait to see what you’ve got!

🔗 https://bit.ly/4ujwsPB

Make Your Mission Move. 👟✨We are officially accepting applications for NEW Charity Partners for the 2027 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon! 🌴 Join a community of over 100+ nonprofit organizations that use the , LA Charity Half Marathon, and LA 5K as a platform to raise vital funds and awareness for their missions. In 2026, our partners raised over $5.1 million, now it’s your turn to make an impact.

Click the link below to join one of our upcoming info sessions to learn more about the LA Marathon Charity Program.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4csuzdc

Celebrating race day in style thanks to Badges and Medals