Big Sur Marathon

Location: Big Sur, California

Date: 26 April, 2026

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The Big Sur Marathon is a point to point course, starting at Big Sur and finishing in Carmel. Towering redwoods, crashing waves, coastal mountains and verdant pastures are featured on this bucket list course. The centrepiece of the course is the iconic Bixby Bridge, located at the halfway point of the race, where you’ll enjoy the unique site and sound of a tuxedo wearing concert pianist playing a Yamaha Baby Grand piano.

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