Old Zoo Half Marathon

Los Angeles, United States • 14 Jun 2026

Event overview

The Old Zoo Half Marathon is scheduled for June 14, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA. The event starts and finishes at the Old Los Angeles Zoo area and offers two distances:

  • Half Marathon
  • 12K

Both courses are described as relatively flat and follow scenic trails. The commemorative finisher medal features an elephant. Last year’s registration sold out.

Logistics and entries

The event location is 4801 Griffith Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027. Packet pickup is available at Run With Us - Pasadena (235 N. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101) on June 13 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, and on race morning starting at 6:30 am. Participants must bring ID and registration confirmation; one person may pick up a friend’s packet with a copy of that friend’s ID.

Age requirements are 13 and older for the half marathon, and 11 and older for the 12K. Included race services and items include chip timing, a custom race bib, a custom finisher medal, an official race T-shirt while supplies last, a free downloadable finisher certificate, finish-line water and snacks, music, and on-site sports massage. The first 300 registrants receive a commemorative collapsible soft flask. Awards include cash or gift-card prizes for top overall finishers, age-group awards, team awards, and specific prize details for each event; winners must be present at the awards ceremony. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
12 km
12k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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