Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile
Goleta Beach Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course along California's scenic coastline.
Race Date
Jun 27, 2026
Location
Goleta, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 27, 2026
- Location
- Goleta, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.65 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 266
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Goleta Beach Half Marathon, held annually in Santa Barbara County, provides a compelling race experience along a dedicated bike and run path. With recent editions drawing around 150 finishers from approximately 12 states, this event is a growing fixture for runners seeking a coastal challenge.
The course is noted for its flat profile, making it an attractive option for those aiming for personal bests. Runners can expect a straightforward out-and-back route, with awards for top finishers in each age group and a commemorative medal for all participants.
While the repeat-runner rate is modest at around 7%, the event's location at the beautiful Goleta Beach Park, coupled with typical race-day temperatures in the low 70s, offers a pleasant atmosphere for a summer race.
Race-provided description
Race venue is located at beautiful Goleta Beach Park located in Santa Barbara County. Run course is on a dedicated bike & run course. Races include a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kid's 1-Mile run. Awards are issued to the Top 3 Finishers in each 5-year Age Group for the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. All Finishers will receive a beautiful, newly designed, commemorative Finisher's Medal. Sign up early, as there will be NO RACE DAY SIGNUPS ALLOWED! Course Descriptions and Maps (All courses have changed for 2025, please review carefully) This is a Semana Nautica Summer Sports Festival Event. Please visit the website below for more information: SEMANA NAUTICA SUMMER EVENTS PAGE
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
5986 Sandspit Road, Goleta, CA, 93117
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
2 years running
~133 finishers a year
growing or steady
7% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 12 states
winner 1:26:38
typical high 81°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
81°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.0"
Precipitation
6 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 266 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
266
Median time
2:09:00
Latest turnout
152
States
17
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile?
The Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile is held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile take place?
It takes place in Goleta, California.
What distances does the Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.65 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles.
Is the Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile course flat and good for a PR?
The Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile?
HalfRuns has finish records for 266 runners who have completed the Goleta Beach Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile.
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