The 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
Event Time Location
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Late Registration 12:00pm-6:00pm Windjammer Park Interpretive Center
Packet Pickup 12:00pm-6:00pm Windjammer Park Interpretive Center
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Full Marathon Run 7:00am Start Line – Bowman Bay Boat Launch*
Half Marathon Run/Walk 8:30am Windjammer Park
10K Run/Walk 9:00am Windjammer Park
5K Run/Walk 9:00am Windjammer Park
1K Kids Run 10:00am Windjammer Park
Finish Line Celebration 10:00am 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.