Hot Chocolate Run - San Diego
San Diego, California, United States
Mar 7, 2027 - Sunday
5k, 10k, 15k
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Race Information
The Hot Chocolate Run series is a national series of chocolate-themed races in major cities across the United States. These are big-city races - with courses to match.
Established in 2008, the inaugural Hot Chocolate 15k/5k ran through the streets of Chicago, Illinois. Since its inception, hundreds of thousands have run for chocolate - making it the fastest-growing race series in the nation.
Each Hot Chocolate race features a 15k (9.3miles) and a 5k (3.1miles), with many cities also featuring a 10k (6.2 miles). Participants receive an award-winning goodie bag with each registration.
The chocolate flows at the post-race party, and runners enjoy music, a finisher's mug filled with hot chocolate, chocolate fondue, and tasty dippable treats!
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Hot Chocolate Run - Chicago
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Size: 10,000+ participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - Phoenix
Date: Dec 6, 2026 - Sunday
Size: 1,000 - 5,000 participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - St. Louis
Date: Dec 6, 2026 - Sunday
Size: 1,000 - 5,000 participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - Houston
Date: Jan 30, 2027 - Saturday
Size: 5,000 - 10,000 participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - Atlanta
Date: Jan 31, 2027 - Sunday
Size: 10,000+ participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - Dallas
Date: Feb, 2027 (TBD)
Size: 500 - 1,000 participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - Charlotte
Date: Feb 13, 2027 - Saturday
Size: 1,000 - 5,000 participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - Seattle
Date: Feb 28, 2027 - Sunday
Size: 5,000 - 10,000 participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - San Diego
Date: Mar 7, 2027 - Sunday
Size: 5,000 - 10,000 participants
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Hot Chocolate Run - Philadelphia
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Score a tank top, medal, free photos, drink ticket, and sunnies (half only)
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Race Facts
Race Size: 5,000 - 10,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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