2026 San Diego Beach and Bay Half Marathon - Official Event Logo
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San Diego, United States
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Road
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3.2 miles, 6.2 miles, 13.1 miles
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Saturday, 11 April 2026
The 2026 San Diego Beach and Bay Half Marathon will take place on April 11, 2026, in San Diego, California, USA. The event starts and finishes at Tecolote Shores Park, offering runners a scenic and fast course along the city's iconic coastline. Participants can expect a course that is one of California's flattest, with a total elevation gain of 161 feet, making it ideal for both competitive runners and casual athletes. The event is expected to have mild temperatures, with an average high of 65°F and a low of 55°F, creating ideal conditions for a comfortable run. The course, certified by USA Track & Field, passes through landmarks such as SeaWorld, Belmont Park, Mission Beach, and Pacific Beach, providing a unique and memorable experience for all runners.
What distances are available for this event?
→Half Marathon
→10K
→5K
What are the start times for each race?
→Half Marathon: 6:30 AM
→10K: 7:15 AM
→5K: 7:30 AM
What is the time limit for the Half Marathon?
→The Half Marathon has a time limit of 4 hours.
What facilities are available on the course?
→Restrooms are available at miles 2, 3.5, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11
→Gear check is available near the start line
→Medical tents at the start line, finish line, and expo area
→Ambulances at multiple points on the course
→Mobile medics ("Race Guards") roaming the course
What support is available during the race?
→Pacers are available for the Half Marathon with time goals ranging from 1:30 to 3:00
→Course monitors and volunteers are stationed throughout the route
What awards are given to participants?
→All finishers receive a finisher medal
→Top 3 overall male and female Half Marathon finishers receive winner awards
What are the course safety rules?
→Earphones are allowed, but runners must be able to hear their surroundings
→No dogs, strollers, skates, bikes, or scooters are permitted on the course
