San Diego MLK 5K Walk / Fun Run
San Diego, California, United States
Jan 18, 2026 - Sunday
1mi, 5k
Race Information
Walk, jog, or run! Starting on Harbor Dr., help celebrate MLK weekend in a healthy fashion with a scenic Embarcadero experience! This 5K Walk / Fun Run celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his dream to improve the equal participation of all in healthcare, education, and workforce development.
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Whether you choose the Half Marathon or the 5K, the course gives you the best of Southern California: sweeping ocean views, cliffs that make you look twice, and that iconic stretch through Torrey Pines where the landscape opens up and reminds you why you love to run.
The finish line isn’t just a destination; it’s a celebration! Enjoy the vibrant festival atmosphere filled with music, delicious food, and vendors showcasing the latest running gear. Relax with complimentary recovery options like massages, cold plunges, TENS units, and massage chairs.
Every runner gets a finisher’s medal, race shirt, tote bag, food bag, and free race photos, so you can keep every smile, stride, and moment of victory.
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Code: MLK
Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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