Bellingham Bay Marathon
When is Bellingham Bay Marathon?
Bellingham Bay Marathon takes place on Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Bellingham, WA.
What distances does Bellingham Bay Marathon offer?
Bellingham Bay Marathon offers 6 events: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon Walkers/Early Starters, Marathon, Marathon - Relay.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| 10K | 10.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| Half Marathon | 13.1 mi | $80.00 | Register |
| Marathon Walkers/Early Starters | 26.2 mi | $100.00 | Register |
| Marathon | 26.2 mi | $100.00 | Register |
| Marathon - Relay | 26.2 mi | $180.00 | Register |
How much does Bellingham Bay Marathon cost?
Registration for Bellingham Bay Marathon starts at $100.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Bellingham Bay Marathon held?
Bellingham Bay Marathon is held in Bellingham, WA at 1100 Railroad Ave.
About Bellingham Bay Marathon
Join us on Sunday, September 20th, 2026
The Bellingham Bay Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K are a group of races designed by runners for runners and walkers. Founded in 2007 by the Bellingham Bay Swim Team, BBM delivers a fun, highly personal, authentic race experience. 100% of net proceeds benefit Whatcom County youth non-profit organizations, the Whatcome Football Club Rangers & Bellingham Bay Swim Team.
Event Schedule & Information
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Date: Saturday – September 19, 2026
Time: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Four Points By Sheraton - 714 Lakeway Dr, Bellingham WA 98229
--Late Registration (Credit/Debit only, no cash or checks accepted)
*To save time, register via your smart phone at www.bellinghambaymarathon.org
--Packet Pickup & Information
--Need to change race distances or transfer race entry? You can do it here!
--Picking up a friend's packet? This IS allowed, you just need to know their name, just let them know ahead of time
Day of Race Packet Pickup
Date: Sunday – Sept. 20, 2026
Time: 5:45am – 15 minutes prior to event start time
Locations:
Marathon – Start Line at Lummi Nation School (5:45am – 7:30am)
Half | 10K | 5K – At Start Line, Located at Depot Market Square
Event Day Timeline
6:00AM – Full Marathon Packet Pickup Begins For Marathon, Relay & Early Starters
(All Marathon Events Packet Pick happens ONLY at Marathon Start Line)
7:00AM – Half Marathon/10K/5K Packet Pickup Begins
6:45AM – Marathon Early Start Walkers Begins
7:30AM – Full Marathon & Full Marathon Relay Start – At Lummi Nation School*
9:00AM – Half Marathon Run/Walk Start at Depot Market Square
9:15AM – 10K Run/Walk Start at Depot Market Square
9:30AM – 5K Run/Walk Start at Depot Market Square
10:00AM – Finish Line Celebration featuring live music, beer garden and more!
*Full Marathon Run is a point-to-point race starting at Lummi Nation School (2334 Lummi View Dr, 98226) and finishing at Depot Market Square
Price Increase Schedule
Thru 5/8 5/9 - 7/10 7/11 - 8/21 8/22 - 9/18 9/19 - 9/20
Marathon & Early Walkers $100 $110 $120 $140 $155
Marathon Relay (per team) $180 $215 $235 $260 $300
1/2 Marathon $80 $90 $100 $115 $130
10K Run/Walk $35 $40 $45 $50 $60
5K Run/Walk $30 $35 $40 $45 $50
For more information regarding the the Bellingham Bay Marathon - Please visit our event website at www.bellinghambaymarathon.org
Prices & Increase Dates
Price Increase Schedule
Thru 5/8 5/9 - 7/10 7/11 - 8/21 8/22 - 9/18 9/19 - 9/20
Marathon & Early Walkers $100 $110 $120 $140 $155
Marathon Relay (per team) $180 $215 $235 $260 $300
1/2 Marathon $80 $90 $100 $115 $130
10K Run/Walk $35 $40 $45 $50 $60
5K Run/Walk $30 $35 $40 $45 $50
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at our race webpage: www.bellinghambaymarathon.org
The Swag!
All participants of the Bellingham Bay Marathon and surrounding events will receive:
- Commemorative Participant Top
- Finisher medals for all events
- FREE Downloadable Participants Photos for all
- FREE downloadable Finisher Certificate
- Customized Bib
*Pictures of all swag will be released closer to the event date.