The L.A. Marathon returns Sunday, March 19 and runs through West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. (photo courtesy of McCourt Foundation)

On March 19, athletes from all 50 states and more than 67 countries will compete in the 38th annual Los Angeles Marathon, following a route that begins at Dodger Stadium, wends its way through West Hollywood and Beverly Hills before finishing at Century City.

“The L.A. Marathon is such an exciting event we look forward to every year,” Beverly Hills Mayor Lili Bosse said. “We hope to inspire every athlete participating in the race that winds through our city with a stunning backdrop and welcoming community that cheers them on.”

In West Hollywood, competitors will run westbound along Sunset Boulevard before turning left onto N. San Vicente Boulevard. The route then turns west on Santa Monica Boulevard and then left onto N. Doheny Drive, as racers enter the city of Beverly Hills. The marathon will run through West Hollywood between miles 14 and 15 of the course.

To ensure the runners’ safety, the following roads will be closed on March 19 from 4 a.m.-2 p.m.:

• Sunset Boulevard between Marmont Lane and Clark Street/N. San Vicente Boulevard
• N. San Vicente Boulevard between Sunset Boulevard and Melrose Avenue
• Santa Monica Boulevard between La Cienega Boulevard and N. Doheny Drive
• N. Doheny Drive between Santa Monica Boulevard and Beverly Boulevard

Crews will work to quickly reopen roads once the marathon has moved through the city. Parking will be strictly prohibited along the route. “No parking” signs will be posted prior to the event, and vehicles in violation will be ticketed and towed.

Spectators searching for alternative parking solutions are encouraged to visit weho.org/city-government/city-departments/public-works/parking-services/parking-facility-directory. Carpooling, use of public transportation, taxis, or ridesharing is encouraged.

Racers will pass through Beverly Hills for miles 16 through 18, and the city encouraged visitors and competitors to visit one of the city’s restaurants after the race concludes. Recommended viewing areas include Rodeo Drive between S. Santa Monica Blvd. and Wilshire Blvd.

The city will close the following roads on March 19 from 5 a.m.-1 p.m.:

• Doheny Drive from North Santa Monica Boulevard to Burton Way
• Burton Way from Doheny Drive to South Santa Monica Boulevard
• South Santa Monica Boulevard from Rexford Drive to Rodeo Drive
• Rodeo Drive from South Santa Monica Boulevard to Wilshire Boulevard
• Wilshire Boulevard from Rodeo Drive to South Santa Monica Boulevard
• South Santa Monica Boulevard from Wilshire Boulevard to Moreno Drive
• Motorists are encouraged to use Olympic Boulevard to access the San Diego (405) Freeway.

There will be a detour in effect on the western border of Beverly Hills at Wilshire Boulevard and North Santa Monica Boulevard, as well as at Moreno Drive and South Santa Monica Boulevard. until 5 p.m. Access to all local businesses will be maintained.

Beverly Hills Police and message boards will direct vehicles around the marathon route.

For information, visit beverlyhills.org/marathon or call (310)550-4680 on the day of the race.