COROS Named Official Race Watch of the 2026 Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival

March 31, 2026

Over 20,000 runners expected for sold-out marathon and half-marathon; Limited Entries Remain for 5K

Costa Mesa, CA (March 31, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival today announced a new integrated partnership with COROS, naming the performance technology brand as the Official Race Watch of the 2026 event, scheduled for May 2–3, 2026.

The 2026 race weekend is already generating strong demand, with both the marathon and half marathon distances sold out. Registration remains open for the Hoag OC 5K but is expected to sell out.

The partnership is designed to support athletes throughout their entire race journey—from registration through race day and beyond. Participants will have access to exclusive COROS watch offers during registration, along with COROS-powered training guidance and course-specific insights in the weeks leading up to the event. On-site, runners can engage with hands-on demos and watch setup support at the OC Lifestyle & Fitness Expo, while COROS integration will extend across key race touchpoints, including pacing teams and course materials.

“This partnership is about elevating the entire athlete experience,” said Gary Kutscher, race director of the Hoag OC Marathon. “Our runners are committed to achieving meaningful goals, and COROS delivers the data-driven tools and insights to help them train smarter and perform at their best on race day.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with the Hoag OC Marathon and its passionate running community,” said Gwynnie LaMastra, the Events and Retail Marketing Manager for Coros. “Together, we’re providing athletes with the resources, education and performance insights they need to train with purpose and race with confidence.”

The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival continues to rank among Southern California’s premier destination races, attracting participants from across the country with its scenic coastal course, strong community support and signature race weekend experience. For more information, visit OCmarathon.com.

About COROS

COROS exists to empower athletes with the training tools they need to reach their goals and ultimately bring them closer to the sports they love. By combining advanced technology with sports science, COROS develops innovative training products for endurance sports, delivering a simple and elevated experience to users around the world. Along with endurance training, COROS provides outdoor enthusiasts with reliable tools for navigation, tracking, and journaling—helping them explore the beauty of the planet and preserve the moments that make each adventure memorable. For more information, visit www.coros.com.

About the Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival

The 22nd annual Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival returns to the seaside streets of Orange County, California the weekend of May 2 – 3, 2026. The Hoag OC Running Festival showcases three days of events, including the Hoag Kids Run the OC “Final Mile”, the Hoag OC 5K at sunset on Saturday and Sunday’s marathon and half marathon. The race is a perfect destination event for runners, with the beaches, theme parks and near perfect weather. A free two-day OC Lifestyle & Fitness Expo at the OC Fair and Event Center kicks off race weekend, featuring fitness retailers, exhibits and interactive clinics. Over the history of the race, runners have raised more than $10 million for a variety of charities and non-profit organizations. For more information, visit www.OCmarathon.com.