May 3, 2026
Running along gentle rolling hills on the Santa Clarita CA paseos & bike path. USATF Cert #CA23032TEB a Boston Qualifier
All runners receive over $100 worth of swag...
Premium Sublimated Finisher Shirt
At all of our events runners will receive a custom sublimated finisher shirt with the event logo.
Premium Runner's hat
At all of our events runners will also receive a custom runner's hat with the event logo
(2026 design coming soon)
Custom Finisher Medal
All runners receive a finisher medal.
We also award:
- Top 3 overall medals
- Top 3 in each age group medals
- Top 3 Team Competition medals
Re-usable Tote Bag
Re-usable tote bag to carry all your new cool swag in
Did someone say Street Tacos ?
That's right we are proud to announce that all runners will be awarded a free plate of street tacos at post race expo! And yes you can buy more plates of tacos for $8 each .
Special note: Friends and family can buy food tickets for $8 each
Sombrero Marathon Event Info
This event is our way of celebrating the proud rich history of the Sombrero.
Here are some fun facts about the Sombrero
- The word “sombrero” comes from Spanish “sombra” which means “shade” or “ shadow”
- Its origins can be found in Spain as far back as 17th century
- The Sombrero is one of the largest and best hats for sun protection
- Jarabe tapatío, often referred to as the Mexican hat dance, is the national dance of Mexico
Long proud history of the Sombrero: click here
Race start;
7:am - Marathon
7:15 - Half Marathon
7:30 - 10k
7:45 - 5k
Start / Finish will be at Heritage Park along the Santa Clarita bike path. 24155 Newhall Ranch RD., Santa Clarita, CA 91355. No auto traffic to worry about on this course. Post race street tacos too! USATF Certified course #CA23032TEB and a Boston Qualifier Marathon
Early start option:
We are proud to announce a "early start” option for the marathon runners that need a little more time to finish and still be part of all the fun at the post race party. “Early Start” is at 6 am on race day; BUT you have to let us know ahead of time so that we can capture your bib number for the official timing stats. We will NOT have all of our water stations setup until about 6:30 am so you are on your own for water for the first 30 minutes. You must know the course if you want to use the early option
Weekend warriors / Beginners / walkers:
Yes, very walker friendly course, gently rolling hills, plenty of water stations, and loads of fun! Generous 7:00 hour time limit for the marathon so take your time and enjoy the scenery, all levels of fitness are welcome at our events.
Middle of the pack runners:
What a great way to start off your racing season. Now you can show off your finisher medal and race day t-shirt. This is the race for you and everyone you know.
Elite and Advanced runners:
This gently rolling hills course is a great way to test your spring time speed! A perfect way to give yourself a holiday gift (a new PR) that you can cheer about all the way to new years.
All Runners will receive:
Finisher medal
Premium sublimated shirt
Premium Runner's hat with event logo
Reusable tote bag
Post race munchies
Awards:
Top 3 overall M/F in each race - Special medal
Top 3 each age group medals M/F - ALL RACE DISTANCES
Team competition medals - Top 3 teams all distances
No Disposable cups at this event
Why are there no disposable cups at the water stations you may ask?
Safety of runners and volunteers:
We want to ensure the safety of all runners and volunteers by removing the urge to chase after a wayward cup into traffic.
Environmentally Sound Practice:
In an average year we would have used over 60,000 cups that cannot be recycled. And littering is just not cool.
Healthier:
Our foot pedal unit allows runners to dispense their own water hands free at 10oz per second and away you go.
We have a great option if you forgot your own cup:
You can buy a reusable cup for $3 at packet pickup or race day check-in.
