Venice Blvd. will be closed on Sunday, May 18th from Ocean Front Walk to Sepulveda for the inaugural running of the Venice Beach Half Marathon.

The road will be closed and there will be no way to cross Venice to go North or South West of Sepulveda during the race, which is expected to last until at least 11am. So plan ahead.

More Information About the Venice Half Marathon

RACE DAY START TIMES

• 7:10 A.M. – Wave 1 / Half Marathon
• 7:20 A.M.. – Wave 2 / Half Marathon
• 8:00 A.M. – Wave 1 / 5k
• 8:10 A.M. – Wave 2 / 5k
• 8:30 A.M. – Junior Dash (1.1 Mile)
• 8:40 A.M. – Family Dash (1.1 Mile)
• 10:00 A.M. – Kids gRUNion run

About the Race Course

Ocean Front Walk, Muscle Beach, the Venice Canals, Venice High School, the original Venice Police Station and Fire Stations before a spectacular finish under the historic Venice Sign!

Where’s the Finish Line for the Venice Beach Half Marathon?

Right under the historic Venice Sign!