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2026 LA Marathon: Road Closures, Security Amid Threats

3/3/2026

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The 2026 Los Angeles Marathon takes place on March 8 at 7 a.m. and lasts six-and-a-half hours.
The route closes roads in downtown Los Angeles, Silver Lake, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Century City, causing disruptions.
Closures begin Saturday and affect local and non-local traffic.
The Los Angeles Police Department will maintain a security presence to monitor threats amid recent Middle East military actions.

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Story summary

The 2026 Los Angeles Marathon takes place on March 8 at 7 a.m. and lasts six-and-a-half hours.
The route closes roads in downtown Los Angeles, Silver Lake, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Century City, causing disruptions.
Closures begin Saturday and affect local and non-local traffic.
The Los Angeles Police Department will maintain a security presence to monitor threats amid recent Middle East military actions.