Kids and families running past city park landmarks during a festive autumn marathon event
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Seattle Marathon Family 5K & Seattle Kids Marathon

Sat, Nov 289:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday, November 28, 2026; Family 5K waves start at 8:30 AM; Seattle Kids Marathon 1.2-mile final lap begins at 10:00 AM; Post-race festival until 12:00 PM

Seattle Center & Bell Harbor Waterfront305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109 · 1.4 mi approx. from SeattleDirections

All ages; dedicated Kids Marathon for children ages 4–14; stroller-friendly 5K course

From $25$25 for Seattle Kids Marathon; $45 for Family 5K; includes finisher medals, race shirts, and post-race Armory celebration

About this adventure

The Pacific Northwest flagship holiday marathon weekend kicks off on Thanksgiving Saturday with the beloved Seattle Kids Marathon and Family 5K! Young runners complete a cumulative marathon over the autumn months, concluding with an electric 1.2-mile victory lap past the Space Needle and across the Seattle Center grounds to cross the official finish line.\n\nFamilies and stroller runners can participate together in the Seattle Marathon Family 5K along scenic Puget Sound waterfront corridors with roaring spectator crowds and holiday music. Every registered child receives an official Seattle Marathon finisher medal, personalized bib, commemorative race t-shirt, and finish-line celebration treats. Post-race activities inside the Seattle Center Armory feature mascot meet-and-greets, face painting, and family wellness exhibits.

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