Whidbey Island Marathon

Whidbey Island Marathon - Race for the Stay, Play for the Weekend!

This scenic, Washington coast destination race takes place April 26, 2026 in Oak Harbor and features a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids 1K. The point-to-point marathon is the only race that closes the famed Deception Pass Bridge. All other races start/finish on the Oak Harbor Waterfront. With wonderful support throughout at the race and a fun, festive postrace atmosphere, this is a must do destination race for all runners!

Event Schedule & Information

Saturday, April 25, 2026

• Late Registration: 12:00pm-6:00pm at Windjammer Park Interpretive Center
• Packet Pickup: 12:00pm-6:00pm at Windjammer Park Interpretive Center

Sunday, April 26, 2026

• Full Marathon Run: 7:00am at Start Line - Bowman Bay Boat Launch*
• Half Marathon Run/Walk: 8:30am at Windjammer Park
• 10K Run/Walk: 9:00am at Windjammer Park
• 5K Run/Walk: 9:00am at Windjammer Park
• 1K Kids Run: 10:00am at Windjammer Park
• Finish Line Celebration: 10:00am at Windjammer Park

*Full Marathon is a point-to-point race starting at Bowman Bay Boat Launch and finishing at Windjammer Park.

Event registration is conditional on receiving Special Use Permit from WA State Parks.

Race Details

For registration and more information, visit the official race page: Whidbey Island Marathon.