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.

• Race Type: Full marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids 1K
• Special Feature: Closes the famed Deception Pass Bridge
• Start/Finish: All other races start/finish on the Oak Harbor Waterfront
• Atmosphere: Wonderful support throughout and a fun, festive postrace atmosphere

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

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

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

Learn More

For more information, visit the Whidbey Island Marathon website.