location_city Gulf Shores
location_on Alabama
flag United States
calendar_today 24 Jan, 2026 – 28 Jan, 2026
directions_run Running
language Official Website
RegisterYou are invited to join us for Big Beach Marathon in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama the weekend of January 24th & 25th, 2026. 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!
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 7K
Type — Road running
09:00
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Road running
09:00
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 30.55 Miles
Type — Road running
09:00
Jan 24, 2026
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Road running
09:10
Jan 25, 2026
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Road running
07:30
Jan 25, 2026
Distance — 26.2 Miles
Type — Road running
07:30
Jan 25, 2026
Distance — 17.2 Miles
Type — Road running
09:00
Jan 25, 2026
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Road running
09:00
Jan 25, 2026
Distance — 26.2 Miles
Type — Road running
09:00
Jan 25, 2026
Distance — 30.3 Miles
Type — Road running
09:00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Gulf Shores.
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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location_on Gulf Shores, Alabama, US
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