Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5k - 11.8.26

Unstoppable Team of 2025 at the Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5k, Nov. 8, 2025

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Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K - Sunday, November 8, 2026

Registration Opens August 1, 2026

Join Blind Fitness for one of our most anticipated events of the year!

Whether you're a walker, jogger, or runner, we invite individuals who are blind or have low vision to participate in the 2026 Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K. In partnership with the Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K, and with the generous sponsorship of the Santa Barbara Running Association, we're aiming to bring together up to 15 blind and low vision athletes and 15 volunteer guides from California and beyond for an inspiring weekend of community, achievement, and connection.

Thanks to the generous support of the Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K and the Santa Barbara Running Association, race registration is fully sponsored for all Blind Fitness participants and volunteer guides.
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Whether this is your first 5K or your next half marathon, you'll be supported every step of the way by trained volunteer guides and an encouraging community that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to cross the finish line.

The weekend begins with a Pre-Race Team Lunch on Saturday, November 7, where participants, guides, families, and volunteers can meet, connect, and prepare for race day together.

Weekend Schedule:

Race Expo & Packet Pick-Up
Location: The Great Meadow at Chase Palm Park

Choose one of the following times:

• Friday, November 6: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Saturday, November 7: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

​Pre-Race Team Lunch

• Date: Saturday, November 7
• Time: 12:00 -  2:00 PM
• Location: Braille Institute of Santa Barbara | 2031 De La Vina St., Santa Barbara

Race Day

• Date: Sunday, November 8
• Start Time: 7:00 AM
• Start Location: Corner of Yanonali Street and State Street, Santa Barbara, CA

Registration
Registration opens August 1, 2026. This event reaches capacity every year, so early registration is strongly encouraged. Spots are limited to 15 participants & 15 guides. Registration closes September 30, 2026.
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Join Us!
Register as a participant or volunteer guide here:

JOIN THE UNSTOPPABLE TEAM 2026