La Plaza Park, Cotati CA
Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Celebrate Democracy and Art in an Epic Race honoring the 2,514th anniversary of the original marathon race and the 50th anniversary of the Running Fence Project on Patriot Day Weekend in 2026.
Date: September 13, 2025
Location: La Plaza Park, Cotati, CA
Event URL: Running Fence Run
Route: Unique marathon along rolling hills adjacent to the famous Running Fence art installation.
Features: Milestone markers wrapped in Christo-style, tracing the art installationโs route.
Events: Marathon (26.2 miles) and a 10K through Sonoma and Marin counties landscapes.
Friday, September 11th: Special memorial ceremony to honor 9/11 attack victims.
Saturday, September 12th: Marathon, 5K, and 10K race for different distances and challenges.
Sunday, September 13th: Festivities at the Cotati hub with live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.
The enduring spirit of democracy: Honoring Athenian victory and modern democratic ideals.
Artistic expression: Tribute to Christo's masterpiece and public discourse power.
Physical achievement: Challenge yourself on a beautiful course.
Unity and remembrance: Honoring 9/11 victims and community solidarity.
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