Thousands of athletes from around the globe will race through the streets of Los Angeles on Sunday for the 40th running of the Los Angeles Marathon presented by Asics.
The 26.2-mile race promises an unforgettable experience, taking participants from “Stadium to the Stars” through the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, including Chinatown, Hollywood, and Beverly Hills, and past iconic landmarks including the Chinese Theatre, Echo Park Lake and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
L.A.’s Very Own KTLA is the exclusive local broadcast partner of the Los Angeles Marathon. Live coverage begins Sunday at 6 a.m. on television, cable and satellite, and streaming live on the free KTLA+ app for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV and newer Samsung smart TVs. You can also watch the race on this page on KTLA.com, which will also host a live camera of the finish line.
Sunday Marathon Schedule:
- 3:00am: Dodger Stadium Parking Lots Open
- 3:00am: Security Checkpoints Open
- 3:00am: Gear Check Opens
- 4:00am – 6:30am: Gear Check Open
- 5:00am: Seeded Corrals Open (A, B, C, D, & E)
- 6:00am: Live coverage begins on KTLA 5, KTLA+ and KTLA.com
- 6:30am: Wheelchair, Hand Crank, AWD Participants Race Start
- 6:40am: Seeded Corrals Close (A, B, C, D, & E)
- 6:40am: Pro Women & Elite Age Group Women Start (TBC)
- 7:00am: Pro Men & Full Field Start
- 8:15am: Charity Half Marathon Start
The History of the L.A. Marathon
The Los Angeles Marathon, first held in 1986, was inspired by the success of the 1984 Summer Olympic Games hosted in Los Angeles. Since its inception, the marathon has grown into one of the largest and most iconic marathons in the United States, attracting over 20,000 participants annually.
In its early years, the marathon was known as the City of Los Angeles Marathon. The event has seen various changes and milestones over the decades.
Since 2008, the operating rights to the Los Angeles Marathon have been owned by former Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt.
Hosted by The McCourt Foundation, the marathon supports efforts to cure neurological diseases and “empower communities to build a healthier world.”
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