Pacific Beach Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, California, United States
Oct 3-4, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday
5k, Half-marathon
Race Information
The Pacific Beach Half Marathon & 5K is an epic two-day race weekend in Pacific Beach. Rally your crew for this one-of-a-kind San Diego race! Come on out and join the party on the beach!
The 5K course continues the tradition of taking place on Saturday as part of Pacific Beachfest. It's 50% sand and 50% boardwalk, with the start and finish on the sand. The Half Marathon distance on Sunday is a point-to-point race starting at Crown Point Park in Mission Bay Park and ending with an epic beachside finish in Pacific Beach! Runners will enjoy a scenic waterfront course while passing by Sea World, Hospitality Point, West Mission Bay Dr. Bridge, and Mission Beach, before finishing on Thomas Ave as it meets the Pacific Beach Boardwalk.
Pick your challenge - run the 5K on Saturday for the ultimate SoCal experience—half sand, half boardwalk, all beach vibes. Take on the Half Marathon on Sunday and cruise a scenic waterfront course with Mission Bay views. Go all in with the Surfside Double Shot Challenge—run both days and score an exclusive challenge medal!
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: Pacific Beach Half Marathon & 5K
📍 San Diego, CA - October 3-4, 2026
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Scenic San Diego Beach Views
✅ Kids 1K, 5K, half marathon, or participate in both the half & 5K
✅ Score a tank top, medal, free photos, drink ticket, and sunnies (half only)
Rally your crew for an epic two-day race weekend in Pacific Beach, where the party starts on the sand and ends with a beach finish line party. Chase fast scenic miles from Mission Bay to the coast or hit the beach for a one-of-a-kind 5K, then go all in with the Surfside Double Shot for the ultimate SoCal race experience.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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