Screen Your Gut - Save Your Butt 5K Challenge
San Diego, California, United States
Mar, 2027 (TBD)
1mi, 5k
Race Information
Join Screen Your Gut - Save Your Butt 5K Challenge in San Diego to raise awareness about colorectal cancer and to promote prevention and early detection. The California Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4) is a nonprofit organization composed of a diverse group of dedicated individuals from throughout California whose mission is to save lives and reduce suffering from colorectal cancer in all Californians. Funds raised through the “Screen Your Gut - Save Your Butt” run will be used for the C4 Community Grants Program to increase screening and prevent colorectal cancer development, and to detect existing cancers earlier, when the outcomes are more favorable for patients.
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✅ 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: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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