
From the Organizer
Imagine miles of sun-drenched coast, an inviting ocean, and perfect weather pretty much anytime of the year, and you’ll understand why the La Jolla Half Marathon, our San Diego 10K, and La Jolla Shores 5K are some of San Diego California’s most picturesque running races.
From start to finish these races offer runners a chance to experience the coast like never before. Discover the views from the summit of Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve as you listen to the sound of the ocean lapping the shore to help you keep pace.
Whether you want to run your first half marathon, step up from our 5K to our 10K, or run your first 5K, no matter which race you choose, you’ll have gorgeous views from Del Mar to the La Jolla Shores.
FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2027: 9:00AM - 7:00PM
LOCATION: Scripps Park in La Jolla Cove across the street from La Jolla Cove Suites hotel
We love our runners and we love our runners that talk about our race! We want to reward runners that get their friends and family to register. Refer 4 friends and earn a $20 refund back from your 5K registration. Refer 4 friends and earn a $30 refund back from your 10K registration. Refer 4 friends and earn a $40 refund back from your half marathon registration. Keep referring friends and run for free! You'll receive a referral link to share after registration. If you've already registered, you should have received an email with your code or it's in your registration confirmation!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
69°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
7%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Diego Lindbergh Fld, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
1,385,061
as of 2023
Elevation
352 ft
Nearest Airport
SAN
San Diego International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at La Jolla Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Sunset Escape Cruise
Less than a mile away
Root Beer and Braids
Less than a mile away
Seana's twenty5K Birthday Run
Less than a mile away
SURFING CLASS
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
La Jolla Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
May 15, 2027