1 event in Tacoma, Washington
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find marathon events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Tacoma
1 event in Tacoma-
Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join us for the return of the Ghost of Tacoma on Saturday and the Tacoma City Marathon on Sunday with Marathon Relay, Half Marathon, 5K, 10K and Kids 1K options also available.
Run 3 races in 2 days! Kick off Saturday morning with the 5K or 10K (8:00 am start) and afterwards, run the Ghost of Tacoma Marathon or Half Marathon (9:00 am start). Kids 1K race will be on Saturday at 9:30 am. Then complete the weekend with the Tacoma City Marathon or Half Marathon on Sunday. PLUS receive a $40 Discount on the Ghost of Tacoma if you register for the Sunday Marathon or Sunday Half Marathon. Discount will be automatically applied to your cart when you add both races (must be the same registrant for both races).
Sunday’s Marathon and Half Marathon are point-to-point courses running across the iconic Narrows Bridge and finishing at Tacoma’s beautiful Dune Peninsula Park, the Northwest’s premier waterfront neighborhood. This picturesque entertainment and recreation hub is situated along Commencement Bay with panoramic views of the Puget Sound, the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.
Runners will enjoy a scenic, USATF-Certified and Boston Qualifying course that passes through Point Defiance Park, with over 700 acres of beautiful gardens and old growth forests. After exiting Pt. Defiance, the Marathon and Half Marathon runners will cross over the Wilson Way Bridge with a sweet half mile downhill to the Puget Sound and Dune Peninsula Park where the Half Marathon will finish. The Marathon will continue down the flat and fast waterfront with views of Mt. Rainier and the Puget Sound. The Marathon turnaround is along the Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade and the beautiful Museum of Glass.
Local Clubs & Organizations
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USA Swimming Club. 210 members.
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Founded in 2018 by Ejay and Jared, Tacoma Run Club grew from a shared desire to overcome personal challenges through running, evolving into a welcoming community anchored at Anthem Coffee & Tea in Point Ruston. The club embraces runners of all levels and paces, offering groups from easy jogs to fast intervals along scenic waterfront trails and city streets that highlight Tacoma’s natural beauty and vibrant neighborhoods. With a focus on mutual encouragement over competition, the crew fosters genuine connections and steady growth, making running a social as well as physical experience. Tacoma’s blend of urban energy and outdoor spaces provides an inspiring backdrop, while local races like the Tacoma City Marathon create opportunities for members to engage with the broader running scene. Rooted in inclusivity and shared effort, Tacoma Run Club continues to invite newcomers to explore the city’s trails and build community one step at a time.