In 15 days · Sat, Sep 19, 2026
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When
Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Where
1222 Harbor Ave SW, Seattle WA
Distances
Half
Typical weather
55–67°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
53–72°F
dry
2024
53–65°F
dry
2023
53–69°F
rain
2022
49–71°F
dry
2021
54–64°F
rain
2020
60–70°F
dry
2019
53–66°F
dry
2018
49–66°F
dry
2017
52–58°F
rain
2016
55–65°F
rain
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About this race
🏃♂️ Race Overview
- Event Name: Orca Half Marathon
- Date: September 19, 2026
- Location: 1222 Harbor Ave SW, Seattle, WA
- Website: View Race Details
🌊 Race Course
- Half Marathon: The Orca Half is a half marathon along the shores of West Seattle, starting at Lincoln Park and finishing at Don Armeni Boat Launch.
- Course Type: The half course is point to point, with two small out and back sections in the beginning and a longer one towards the end.
- 8-Miler: The 8-miler course is also point to point, featuring two small out and back sections in the beginning.
🏅 Virtual Race Info
- Availability: We have 100 spots for virtual runners. Once they sell out, there are no more available.
- Participation: You can run the distance all at once or break it up into chunks and run it on the date of your choosing.
- Swag: You will receive a shirt and medal that will be mailed after the in-person race.
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