Races, Vendor Fair, Live Music, & More
Kodiak Ultra Marathon
Oct
9
Fri
Date & Time
Oct. 9, 2026 — Oct. 11, 2026
All day
Register
This event is hosted by UTMB. Online registration is now available. Learn more at Kodiak.UTMB.world/.
Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB is a thrilling festival weekend designed to cater to both runners and their dedicated support crews. The race commences and concludes in the vibrant heart of Big Bear Lake from October 9 to 11, creating an electrifying atmosphere with enthusiastic spectators cheering you on every step of the way. This festival extravaganza features an array of culinary delights and beverages from local vendors, a lively DJ spinning your favorite tunes, and a festive parade through the town to set the stage for your race journey.
Oct
9
Fri
Races, Vendor Fair, Live Music, & More
Kodiak Ultra Marathon
Date & Time
Oct. 9, 2026 — Oct. 11, 2026
All day
Register
This event is hosted by UTMB. Online registration is now available. Learn more at Kodiak.UTMB.world/.
Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB is a thrilling festival weekend designed to cater to both runners and their dedicated support crews. The race commences and concludes in the vibrant heart of Big Bear Lake from October 9 to 11, creating an electrifying atmosphere with enthusiastic spectators cheering you on every step of the way. This festival extravaganza features an array of culinary delights and beverages from local vendors, a lively DJ spinning your favorite tunes, and a festive parade through the town to set the stage for your race journey.
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Friday, October 9
- 1PM: 100 Mile Race Starts at Rim Nordic
- Park at Snow Valley
Saturday, October 10
- 6AM: 100K Race Starts in The Village of Big Bear Lake
- 7:30AM: 50K Race Starts in The Village of Big Bear Lake
- 9AM: 21K Race Starts in The Village of Big Bear Lake
- 12PM: 10K Race Starts in The Village of Big Bear Lake
Sunday, October 11
- 1AM: Last 100K runner should be through Snow Summit
- 2AM: All vehicles should be out of the Sandalwood Parking Lot
- 1PM: 100 Mile Race Starts at Rim Nordic
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Spectators can purchase a Scenic Sky Chair lift ticket in-person at Snow Summit on Saturday, October 10 for a $15 fee. This ticket will provide multiple rides on Chair 1 from 6AM to midnight, where you can cheer on the Kodiak Ultra Marathon runners from the sidelines. rich-text, responsive-table
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Various parking lots owned by Big Bear Mountain Resort will be utilized* during the Kodiak Ultra Marathon race weekend.
Racer Drop-Off- Snow Valley Parking Lot: 35100 CA-18, Running Springs, CA 92382
- Designated for crews dropping off their athletes on Friday, October 9.
Racer Parking- Fox Farm Lot: 41850 Garstin Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
- Sandalwood Lot: 103 Sandalwood Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
- Designated for racers only and provides shuttle service to the start/finish line.
Spectator Parking- Bear Mountain Parking Lot: 43101 Goldmine Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
- Snow Summit Parking Lot: 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
- Designated for spectators who are either watching their runners at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit or are hopping on a shuttle to/from to other aid stations.
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Snow Summit's Ironwood Coffee, located in the base area, will be open from 7AM to 12PM on Saturday, October 10. From hot and cold beverages to light snacks, we've got you covered. rich-text, responsive-table