2026 Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K

Join over 10,000 participants for the 10th anniversary of the Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K on January 18, 2026! Participants of all ages and experience levels can enjoy scenic courses showcasing the beautiful Pasadena area. The event will also feature a Kids Run, making it an event fit for the whole family!

The Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K provides participants a one-of-a-kind race experience, touring participants through Pasadena and its notable landmarks like the Colorado Street Bridge, Old Town Pasadena, and Caltech. The Rose Bowl Kids Run will take kids ages three to eight on a ½ km journey that ends on the Rose Bowl field. This Rose Bowl Kids Run is a part of the Kids Run LA Challenge, which also includes the Santa Monica Classic Kids Run and LA Kids Run. Kids who complete all three fun runs will be awarded a Kids Run LA Challenge medal to celebrate their accomplishments.

The Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K is the second event in the three-race Conquer LA Challenge. The local challenge begins with the Santa Monica Classic in September, followed by the Rose Bowl Half Marathon and 5K in January and wraps up with the ASICS Los Angeles Marathon in March. Those who complete the challenge will receive a medal for each completed race, as well as the Conquer LA Challenge medal.