Running Events
in San Diego
Running clubs and sponsored running events are held year round in San Diego. From marathons to race-for-a-cause events, runners in San Diego can choose from a number of events. Most events are open to the public, and sometimes registered participants can gain sponsorship to earn charity for non-profit organizations. Most running events have sponsorship, pricing and event information available on an official Website.
Types
Running events in San Diego vary by course map and can range from 5K, 10K or 15K. The starting location and course map will be provided prior to event day and will usually be comprised of scenic routes and park areas. Register for the San Diego Resolution Run online or log on to the official Website for dates and times. The race is subject to a two-hour limit. You'll find the link in our Resources section.
For a 10K run with an added theme, consider the St Patrick's Day 10K run and 2 to 4 Mile Run/Walk. Held on St Patrick's Day, running events benefit the Rady Children's Hospital and Health Centers. Registration is required. All fees and dates can be found in the Resources section.
For a 15K run, consider the Annual Sue Krenn 15K run in East Mission Bay; it's located off of Highway 5. The run is a challenging course that takes runners through scenic areas and trails around Mission Bay Park. See the Sue Krenn Website for additional information.
Features
Some running events offer varying course options dependent on the fitness level of the participants. These variations can be expressed in marathons that are offered as two events: a marathon and half-marathon. These and other divisions may apply, including age and fitness level restrictions. The Super Run in San Diego is a great example. It offers two-course options varying over several age categories.
For experienced or advanced runners, the San Diego Mud Run is a great 10k run. A challenging course that includes hills, tire obstacles, river crossings, 4-foot walls with mud, tunnel crawls, slippery hill climbs, and 3 mud pits, the Mud Run adds variety to the typical trail or marathon course.
Most San Diego running events offer run/walk options including the San Diego County NAMI 5k run/walk, Memorial Meters 5K Run/Walk, Revolution 5k Run/Walk, Komen San Diego Race for the Cure 5K Run/Walk, and the Annual Roberto J. Duran 5K Border. All events allow participants to do a run/walk combination or to simply walk or run the course.
Seniors should take advantage of the San Diego Senior Olympics Track & Field Meet. The annual event allows 50-plus seniors to enjoy a fun day of competitive and recreational running events.
All running events in San Diego allow seniors to compete. Any restrictions will be specified.
Geography
Enjoy a trail run like the Mission George Trail Run held at the Mission Trails Regional Park. This run--and other similar running events--are popular and attract national and international entrants early. Registration is required and preregistration is suggested. A challenging 1K or 5K trail run, the Mission George Trail races are held annualy in February. The first 300 finalists will receive a medal.
San Diego hosts hundreds of running events yearly, especially those that benefit San Diego charities and organizations. For example, the San Diego Race for Autism, Union Tribune 8K Race for Literacy and AIDS Run/Walk San Diego are all notable running events that allow participants to raise awareness and collect money on behalf of prominent San Diego organizations and causes.
Significance
Some running events in San Diego are organized for couples and are a great opportunity for partners. The Guys and Gals 4 Mile Couples Fun Run is a great running event for couples. Sponsored by the San Diego Track Club, the annual run is restricted to team entrants. An easy course in Rose Canyon, the run takes participants all the way to the north end of Santa Fe and back. Organized as a "no frills" event, the run provides "low-key fun" and does not require an entrance fee. See the Resources section for a course map.
Potential
For advanced runners, the USA Track and Field sponsors the USA Cross Country Championships and World Cross Country Team Trials. Held annually in Mission Bay Park, the championships are open to men and women as well as junior entrants. A women's, men's, junior's and team champion is awarded yearly. See Resources for a course map and registration information.
The USA Track and Field also sponsors track and field events, race walking and lost distance running events.
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