The Monterey Bay Half Marathon is an out-and-back course beginning in historic downtown Monterey, running along Steinbeck's Cannery Row, and next to the beautiful Pacific Grove shoreline. The course features scenic views of waves crashing on rocky beaches, beautiful Victorian-era homes, and frequent sightings of aquatic life (whales, dolphins, sea otters, pelicans and more). Celebrate your finish with family and friends at the downtown Custom House Plaza-Monterey State Historic Park at our post-race Finish Village, enjoy a free beer and watch the Awards Ceremony. Find out more information here.