LA Marathon 2026 guide: Course map, schedule, and street closures

Everything you need to know about the 41st edition of the Los Angeles Marathon happening this weekend

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The 41st Los Angeles Marathon takes place this Sunday, March 8, featuring a 26.2-mile "Stadium to the Stars" route that winds through the heart of the city as it welcomes over 26,000 registered participants. The race starts at Dodger Stadium and finishes in Century City, triggering rolling road closures across downtown LA, Hollywood, and West Hollywood starting as early as 3 a.m.

Why it matters

The LA Marathon is a major annual event that serves as a "block party" for the city, attracting runners from across the globe. With over 25,000 participants expected, the race will cause significant traffic disruptions throughout central LA on Sunday morning, so it's important for residents and visitors to plan ahead if traveling through the area.

The details

The marathon course begins at Dodger Stadium, passes through iconic neighborhoods like Chinatown, Little Tokyo, Echo Park, Hollywood, and Beverly Hills, and finishes in Century City. The race starts at 7 a.m., though wheelchair and hand-cycle participants begin at 6:30 a.m. Runners have a 6 hour and 30 minute time limit to complete the course. The event also features a Lifestyle Expo, 5K, and Kids Run on the days leading up to the main marathon.

  • The 41st Los Angeles Marathon takes place on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
  • Daylight Saving Time begins the same morning at 2 a.m., meaning clocks "spring forward" and participants lose one hour of sleep before the start.
  • The marathon starts at 7 a.m., though wheelchair and hand-cycle participants begin at 6:30 a.m.
  • Runners have a 6 hour and 30 minute time limit to complete the 26.2-mile course.
  • The Lifestyle Expo and bib pick-up are on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7.

The players

The McCourt Foundation

The organization that owns the Los Angeles Marathon.

ASICS

The title sponsor of the Los Angeles Marathon.

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The takeaway

This year's LA Marathon will be a major event for the city, with over 26,000 runners expected to participate and cause significant traffic disruptions throughout central LA on race day. Residents and visitors should plan ahead and use public transportation if possible to avoid delays.