Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 5K

United States flag Gulf Shores, Alabama, United States

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Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 5K runsignup.com
Date 30 Jan – 31 Jan, 2027
Races 10 distances
Entry fee $15.00 – $120.00
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Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 5K

About the event

You are invited to join us for Big Beach Marathon in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama the weekend of January 30th & 31st, 2027.  The courses are scenic, flat, and FAST, running on the fully paved trails through the Gulf State Park. Our course is also a USATF Certified Boston Qualifier for those who are hoping to score a coveted Boston qualifying time (and potentially snag a spot at the world major).

The marathon and half marathon take place Sunday, with the start and finish located beach side at The Hangout. Enjoy stunning views of the Gulf Shores beaches, a gorgeous backdrop for your race weekend! And a celebration that brings runners back year after year.

In addition to Sunday's marathon and half marathon, the Safari 5K and Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday provides an opportunity for those not up to the marathon or half marathon distances the ability to participate, as well as giving those looking for an added challenge, the opportunity for TWO days of racing in your weekend. Take on the Shark or Dolphin challenge by choosing to participate in the 5K on Saturday and the full marathon (Shark) or 5K Saturday and then half marathon on Sunday (Dolphin)! Challengers receive finishers medals from both races PLUS a third challenge medal, extra beer tickets, and the ultimate in bragging rights. 

All race participants are welcome to The Hangout after party on Sunday to celebrate! Participants will receive post-race food, beer, and a great time near the beautiful Gulf Shores beaches! We can’t wait to see you at Big Beach!

Races offered

30Jan

5K

Running

Distance
7K
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$35.00
30Jan

Dolphin Challenge - 5K + Half Marathon

Running

Distance
13.1 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$100.00
30Jan

Shark Challenge - 5K + Marathon

Running

Distance
30.55 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$120.00
30Jan

Safari Family Fun Run & Walk (Untimed)

Running

Distance
1 Miles
Start time
09:10
Entry fee
$15.00
31Jan

Half Marathon

Running

Distance
13.1 Miles
Start time
07:30
Entry fee
$75.00
31Jan

Marathon

Running

Distance
26.2 Miles
Start time
07:30
Entry fee
$95.00
31Jan

Virtual Dolphin Challenge

Running

Distance
17.2 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$110.00
31Jan

Virtual Half Marathon

Running

Distance
13.1 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$90.00
31Jan

Virtual Marathon

Running

Distance
26.2 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$90.00
31Jan

Virtual Shark Challenge

Running

Distance
30.3 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$110.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for January in Gulf Shores.

Temperature7.9° / 15.8°
Feels like3.7° / 13.1°
Sunshine hours7h 43m
Rainfall4.6 mm
Snowfall0.1 cm
Wind16.4 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity72.5%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:46
Sunset18:12

About Gulf Shores

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Gulf Shores is a city in Alabama on the Gulf Coast. It has beautiful white sand beaches, but is quieter and cheaper than the Florida beaches nearby.

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Race results

Official finishing times from previous editions of Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 5K.

Place Name Gender Age City Time
🥇 Roosevelt Giles M 60 Atlanta, GA —

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