Los Angeles Marathon

Santa Monica: The Finish Line of the Los Angeles Marathon

Santa Monica will welcome 20,000 runners for the last three miles of the Los Angeles Marathon on Sunday, March 8, 2020. The City of Santa Monica aims to create a safe, friendly atmosphere for all visitors while reducing the impacts on residents. Taking public transit or riding your bike on the day of the marathon is a great way to help reduce traffic.


For parking, road closures and getting around Santa Monica on race day use our interactive finish line map above. If you have trouble viewing the map on your mobile device, click here

Key Information

Marathon Main Website

Official LA Marathon Race App 

Santa Monica's Finish Line Map

LA County Department of Public Health: Guidance for COVID-19 Related to 2020 LA Marathon  

Keep the Marathon Safe

Please join us in being vigilant of your surroundings during the Los Angeles Marathon. If you see a suspicious person, object or vehicle along or near the race course, report the sighting immediately to 9-1-1 or to law enforcement personnel nearby.

Stay in Touch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions? Visit the frequently asked questions page to learn about street closures, bike parking, transit routes, parking, and other details about being a spectator at the LA Marathon.

Information for Residents

Information for Visitors

Information for Runners