San Diego Race Calendar Balboa Park 8 Miler

Balboa Park 8 Miler

COVID-19 Race Update
Due to COVD-19 this race is now a virtual run for 2020. We recommend checking the official race website and social media channels to get current information about this year's event.
Balboa Park 8 Miler
Date Aug 1, 2020
Saturday
Distance Other, 8mi
Course Type Road
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San Diego
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Some Hills

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COVID-19 Race Update
Due to COVD-19 this race is now a virtual run for 2020. We recommend checking the official race website and social media channels to get current information about this year's event.

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Balboa Park 8-Miler Race Recap
"I had to dig into my bag-o-tricks and pull out mantra after mantra to keep my legs moving. "One step at a time!" "You freakin' got this!" "No regrets!" "You can do hard things!" "Leave it all out here!" "This is supposed to be hard!" "QUEEN!""
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Race Information

The Balboa 8 Miler is the longest consecutively run race in San Diego and the only one that offers a full tour of Balboa Park! The race will start and finish in the Pan American Plaza, located near the San Diego Hall of Champions. 8-mile participants will enjoy a unique and challenging route through Balboa Park’s scenic trails, bridges and windy roads. Participants receive a 50/50 blend event t-shirt and a custom finisher’s medal!

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