Garmin Selects Ventura for 2027 Marathon
Ventura Breeze
October 30, 2026
Big news for our little slice of the coast: Garmin has picked Ventura to host a brand-new marathon in August 2027. The announcement came at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach, with Mayor Dr. Jeannette Sánchez-Palacios and Visit Ventura's Marlyss on hand to welcome the Garmin team. It's the kind of spotlight that doesn't come around often.
For those of us who live here, this means more than a race. A Garmin-branded marathon will pull runners from all over California and beyond, filling our hotels, restaurants, and waterfront with visitors who might never have stopped in Ventura otherwise. August timing will be warm, but the coastal course should be a draw—and it's a chance to show off the pier, the promenade, and that famous Ventura vibe.
Thanks to the Ventura Breeze for the early word. Whether you're a runner or just someone who loves seeing our town on the map, this is one to circle on the calendar. Let's roll out the welcome mat in 2027.
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