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Los Angeles Marathon
Los Angeles, CA, CA 92001 United States
Los Angeles Marathon FAQ & Rules
EVENT | REGISTRATION | BIB PICKUP | COURSE | LA LOYAL | TEAM TMF | NONPROFIT PARTNERSHIP | CHALLENGE MEDALS | PRO & ELITE AGE GROUPS | RACE RULES
Event
March 17, 2024
- Marathon
- Charity Half Marathon (exclusively for Charity participants)
- LA Big 5K
- Kids Run
7:00am
Dodger Stadium
Santa Monica Blvd, at the corner of Avenue of the Stars, in Century City
- The Marathon time limit is 6 hours and 30 minutes after the last runner crosses the Start Line. However we do allow those who finish slower.
- Participants that maintain a 15:00 minute per mile pace will complete the race under the finish line structure with streets closed.
- Participants keeping a pace slower than 15:00 minutes per mile should be aware that the course will reopen to vehicular traffic on a rolling basis.
- At this point, participants who wish to continue must leave the roadway, run on the sidewalk, and assume the role of a pedestrian obeying all traffic laws.
- Yes. All marathon participants will have access to Gear Check race morning. Gear check closes promptly at 6:30am.
- Gear check is not available for Charity Half Participants.
Yes! Friends and family are encouraged to come out and cheer you and all the other participants on! All aspects of the course is open to the public for spectators. Check back in the coming months for more details on the best Spectator Zones on course and at the Finish Line.
January 31, 2024
Unfortunately no, we will not change corrals after the deadline.
ubmit your proof of qualifying time when registering or email solutions@mccourtfoundation.org with SEEDED CORRAL as your subject line with your qualifying proof. When submitting proof, please include the name & date of the event and finish time in format h:mm:ss
Yes. Start Line Hospitality is available for purchase which includes race day bib pick up, light breakfast, coffee, and more. Check here for more details.
Yes, it is a Boston Marathon Qualifier
Conquer LA Challenge, LA Double Play, and SF/LA Challenge Medals.
- Yes, we have Age Group Awards for the top three women and men in the following categories: Age Group participants will compete in the following male and female age divisions:
15 & under (SRLA only), 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over - We also offer awards to the top three overall in non-binary
Click here for all race results.
Log into your Active account at myevents.active.com, select the event, and click purchase merchandise to update your item.
REGISTRATION
You can register here
- General registration – pay and run
- Team TMF registration – run for free when you join Team TMF and commit to fundraising $650
- Other non-profit charity partner: you can participate with any of our official charity partners. Learn more here
March 13 or at sellout, whichever comes first
Unless entered through Students Run LA, participants must be 16 years or older on race day to enter. Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian present to pick up the participant’s race bib and sign the Event waiver.
No, we do not offer refunds, deferrals, or transfer of registrations.
Yes, we happy to announce we have partnered with GovX to offer discounts to current and former military, first responders, and law enforcement. Please click the link below to redeem your discount through GovX: Click Here
EXPO & BIB PICKUP
Bib pick up is March 15 (10am – 7pm) and March 16 (10am – 5pm) at the Los Angeles Marathon Lifestyle Expo at Dodger Stadium.
The LA Marathon Expo is at Dodger Stadium. The Expo is open to the public and parking is FREE.
Bib numbers will be assigned dynamically when you check it. We do not pre-set bib numbers.
You can purchase Start Line Hospitality that includes Race Day bib pick up. Learn more here.
No, all participants must pick up their own bibs.
No, we do not mail bibs.
At bib pick up at the Expo
Yes! Bring your shoes, T-shirts, socks and running clothes/shorts to the expo Friday and Saturday to donate to One World Running, a Colorado-based non-profit organization celebrating its 37th year promoting health and fitness around the world. Cleats also accepted. Any clothing should be washed beforehand.
COURSE
There will be 19 aid stations located approximately every 1.5 miles along the course.
- We'll have hydration aid stations approximately every 1.5 miles on course. Each station will have Electrolit and Water
- We will have 2 aid stations with GU Energy Gels, they will be at Mile 12 and Mile 18
This is to be confirmed.
Yes, at all aid stations will have portable restrooms.
We will have: Vanilla Bean, Salted Watermelon, and Strawberry Banana on course.
Yes, there are 10 medical stations on course located at every 2 miles beginning at Mile 6. In addition there is medical at the Start Line, Finish line and inside the Finish Festival
Yes, LA Road Runner Pace Leaders will lead groups with the following finish times: 3:00; 3:10; 3:20; 3:30; 3:40; 3:50; 4:00; 4:10; 4:20; 4:30; 4:40; 4:50; 5:00; 5:15; 5:30; 5:45; 6:00; 6:15; 6:30
We recommend checking out our parking and transportation page for all the details.
Yes, checking out our parking and transportation page for all the details.
LA LOYAL
LA Loyal is a loyalty program that recognizes the dedicated runners who run the Los Angeles Marathon year after year. The program rewards runners who run more than one consecutive year and is open to anyone who meets enrollment deadlines.
The rewards for LA Loyal participants in 2024 are.
- 2 years through 39 years: LA Loyal 2024 Pin
- 2 consecutive years: A unique LA Loyal bib and the LA Loyal 2024 pin
- 5 consecutive years: LA Loyal bib, commemorative pin and hat, LA Loyal 2024 pin
- 10 consecutive years: LA Loyal bib, commemorative hoodie and medal featuring the original 1986 design, and LA Loyal 2024 pin
- 11+ consecutive years: LA Loyal bib, LA Loyal cooling towel, and LA Loyal 2024 pin
To be eligible for the 2024 LA Loyal program participants must register for the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon by February 15, 2024.
All participants who participated in the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon and register for the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon before the February 15, 2024 deadline are automatically enrolled.
We update LA Loyal Status in your Active account by the 15th of each month. To check your status log in to your Active account here.
If you have questions about LA Loyal including the year of your status, please email Solutions@mccourtfoundation.org with LA LOYAL in the subject line. Please include your full name, email address, and past LA Marathon finisher certificates to show your consecutive years participation.
Your LA Loyal rewards, including bibs, pins and apparel, are only available for pickup at the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon Expo on race weekend.
We do not mail LA Loyal items for participants who will be doing the live event.
10-year LA Loyal medals are available at the LA Loyal Swag tent inside the Health & Fitness Expo.
Complete details on when and where to pick up your swag will be emailed out closer to the marathon.
No. Skipping a year will reset your eligibility for all tiers. The program requires you to run consecutive years. To remain eligible you must register for the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon by February 15, 2024
At bib pick up at the Expo
TEAM TMF
TMF stands for “The McCourt Foundation.” Team TMF is The McCourt Foundation’s charity team – by running with us, you commit to raising money to support our mission of striving to cure Neurological diseases while empowering communities to build a healthier world.
No, signing up for Team TMF means you are fundraising for The McCourt Foundation. If you would like to fundraise for another charity, you should reach out to them directly for your registration link. A list of our nonprofit partners can be found here.
- Fundraising commitments vary by event. The LA Marathon, Charity Half Marathon, and Rose Bowl Half Marathon have a fundraising commitment of $650. The Rose Bowl 5K and Santa Monica Classic 5K & 10K have a $350 fundraising commitment. The LA Big 5K has a $150 fundraising commitment.
- Los Angeles Marathon: In order to join Team TMF for the LA Marathon or Charity Half Marathon, you must commit to fundraising $650 by March 11, 2024.
No – your entry is included with your fundraising commitment as long as your commitment is met by the deadline.
- Team perks vary per event. Some of the perks include a team shirt along with the event shirt and medal, your name on your bib, VIP hospitality for the LA Marathon and Rose Bowl Half + 5K, and access to our exciting incentive program.
- Los Angeles Marathon Team perks include:
- FREE entry into the Los Angeles Marathon
- Exclusive Team TMF t-shirt
- Personalized Bib (must be registered by 2/15/24)
- LA Road Runners pro-membership
- Private Area near the Start Line (includes coffee, continental breakfast, heaters, private gear check)
- Private gear check
- Preferred corral access
- Official event finisher medal and participant t-shirt
- Access to our fundraising rewards program, and more!
- Santa Monica Classic: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=da24b52964a3b0315972
- Rose Bowl: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=9a21384c459daffbf594
- Los Angeles Marathon: You can register here: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=48ad7a1fe8f91726031b
- LA Big 5K: https://register.hakuapp.com/?event=bb8bfcda8dacc9e2053c
No, we do not offer refunds, deferrals, or transfer of registrations.
NONPROFIT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
The Los Angeles Marathon Nonprofit Partnership Program is an opportunity for nonprofits to utilize the Los Angeles Marathon, Charity Half Marathon and LA Big 5K as a platform to create awareness about their mission and raise funds for their organization.
You can find a list of all our official non-profit partners and their contact information by event. Los Angeles Marathon Nonprofit Partners, Charity Half Marathon Nonprofit Partners, LA Big 5K Nonprofit Partners.
Fundraising commitments will vary by team. Please reach out to the team you are interested in directly for more information.
- To be considered for the Nonprofit Partner Program, all organizations must:
- Be a 501c3 and operating for 1+ years
- Commit to prepaying for the minimum number of entries. Participating Partners: 15 entries for the Marathon ($170/entry) and/or Charity Half Marathon ($135/entry). 5K Partners: 40 entries for the LA Big 5K ($40/entry)
- Commit to the fundraising minimums for your team. Participating Partners: $650 fundraising minimum per team member. 5K Partners: $150 fundraising minimum per team member
If you are interested in becoming a partner for 2024, click here to be added to our interest list: https://losangelesmarathon.wufoo.com/forms/2024-nonprofit-partnership-program-learn-more/
CHALLENGE MEDALS
Challenge Medals are additional medals earned for participating in specific combinations of races in specific orders.
We have three Challenge Medals:
Conquer LA:
Santa Monica Classic 10K – September 10, 2023
Rose Bowl Half Marathon - January 21, 2024
Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS - March 17, 2024
Triple 5K Tour of LA
Santa Monica Classic 5K – September 10, 2023
Rose Bowl 5K - January 21, 2024
LA Big 5K - March 16, 2024
LA Double Play
LA Big 5K - March 16, 2024
Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS - March 17, 2024
You must complete the events for each Challenge medal in a season. For 2024 those events are:
- Conquer LA:
Santa Monica Classic 10K – September 10, 2023
Rose Bowl Half Marathon - January 21, 2024
Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS - March 17, 2024 - Triple 5K Tour of LA
Santa Monica Classic 5K – September 10, 2023
Rose Bowl 5K - January 21, 2024
LA Big 5K - March 16, 2024 - LA Double Play
LA Big 5K - March 16, 2024
Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS - March 17, 2024
You will pick up the Conquer LA challenge medal in the secure zone after you finish the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon
You will pick up your Triple 5K Tour of LA challenge medal in the secure zone after you finish the 2024 LA Big 5K
You will pick up the LA Double Play challenge medal in the secure zone after you finish the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon
Be sure to register with the same name, email address, and birth date for all medals. You can check your registration status for any event by logging into your Active account at myevents.active.com. If you see all the events listed there you’re all set, if you are missing an event and believe you are registered for the missing event please email us at Solutions@mccourtfoundation.org
- Yes with some important things to call out.
- You cannot complete both the Santa Monica Classic 5K and 10K at the race. You will need to buy both bibs and only participate in the 10K distance. You will then complete the 5K at your own time. It is NOT virtual participation and we will NOT mail you your finisher medal. You will not receive a finisher time for the Santa Monica Classic 5K
- You cannot complete both the Rose Bowl 5K and Half Marathon at the race. You will need to buy both bibs and only participate in the Half Marathon distance. You will then complete the 5K at your own time. It is NOT virtual participation and we will not mail you your finisher medal. You will need to pick up your bib at bib pick up and pick up your finisher medal at the race.
PRO & ELITE AGE GROUP
The Los Angeles Marathon hosts traditional men’s and women’s pro division races with prize money payouts to the top finishers in each division. The Marathon Chase is the media focus of the race. Pro men start minutes behind the pro women based on a formula. The first runner across the finish line wins the Chase and its cash bonus.
Pro Standards
Runners meeting these time standards* may elect** to race in the Professional Division:
Men Marathon Half Marathon
<2:31:00 <1:11:00
Women Marathon Half Marathon
<3:00:00 <1:21:00
* Times must have been achieved within the previous 24 months from race day
** Election to race as a pro is made by emailing coordinator@mccourtfoundation.org (before March 1, 2024 or until the race is sold-out) with proof of time standard. Runners electing to race in the Pro Division will receive free entry.
Click here to read the full LA Marathon Pro Race rules and technical information.
The Elite Age Group Division, a new program (started 2021), is developing into a distinctive hallmark of the Los Angeles Marathon. Age group runners meeting the qualifying times at the marathon or half-marathon distance are eligible to enter the Elite Age Group Division entitling them to start with the pros and enjoy pro-style pre-race hospitality and amenities.
2024 Elite Age Group Qualifying Times
Women Marathon Half Marathon
<3:20 <1:37
Men Marathon Half Marathon
<2:45 <1:16
For information or entry into the Elite Age Group Program – coordinator@mccourtfoundation.org
The Los Angeles Marathon was a pioneer in wheelchair racing with an official pro wheelchair division contested every year since 1986, the same year that the Boston Marathon first offered wheelchair division prize money. For information regarding the Pro Wheelchair Division contact wheelchairdivision@gmail.com .
For non pro wheelers, athletes with disabilities, and hand-crank racers, contact solutions@mccourtfoundation.org
RACE RULES
Unless entered through Students Run LA, participants must be 16 years or older on race day to enter. Participants 16-17 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian present to pick up the participant’s race bib and sign the Event waiver.
Yes!
Yes! Please note that all hydration packs will be checked by security at Dodger Stadium when you enter the secure start area.
No skates or bikes are allowed on the course.
No, no strollers are allowed on course.
No animals of any kind, including dogs, may be brought on the course or into the Start or Finish line areas. (Those needing service animals please see AWD rules).
Yes, the Los Angeles Marathon is USATF certified and can be used as a qualifier for other events. For more information please visit www.usatf.org
The Los Angeles Marathon received Gold level certification from the Council for Responsible Sport. This is Los Angeles Marathon’s fourth certification, which marks it among the ten longest-standing certified events in the world. In 2022, we applied for re-certification to the Council for Responsible Sport, an organization that independently verifies the social and environmental initiatives of sports events. Our sustainability efforts will receive 3rd party verification, with data reported by Three Squares Inc. (2nd party) and verified by the Council for Responsible Sport (3rd party).
Our comprehensive equity, access, and inclusion policy provides guidance for decision makers as well as event participants in the form of employees, partners, contractors, speakers, volunteers, visitors, attendees, or others affiliated with the Los Angeles Marathon.
Declaration of Inclusion:
The 2024 Los Angeles Marathon invites all interested and willing parties to participate in the event. We intend to create an event that adheres to principles of social equity and inclusion and is open, welcoming, safe, and accessible for all who have an interest in participating provided that they have obtained a valid pass of entry to the event.
Statement of Accessibility
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The McCourt Foundation has established a process for accessibility matters pertaining to the event. The McCourt Foundation is committed to access for all participants and spectators involved with the Los Angeles Marathon.
Requests and Feedback Mechanisms
To ensure proper communication and to optimize organizer’s ability to best meet accommodation requests, requests must be received by Stacy Embretson, Senior Director of Operations, no later than 1 business week (7 days) prior to race day.
All requests for accommodations will be acknowledged within 72 hours. Clarification from the organizer to meet the request will be provided within one business week of the request and upon consultation with the participant requesting the accommodation. The following types of accommodations may be considered upon request—e.g. alternative format documents, interpreters, captioning, assistive listening devices.
For these and any other accommodation requests, or for more information, please email solutions@mccourtfoundation.org.
The event organizers are committed to ensuring the best possible experience for participants and spectators. Participants and spectators can submit feedback regarding the activities and facilities at the event, including responsiveness to accommodation needs, by email at solutions@mccourtfoundation.org.