Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K
Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K is a running race on November 14, 2026 in San Diego, CA, with entry fees from $59 to $150.
- Date
- November 14, 2026 (114 days to go)
- Price
- $59–$150
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K returns for its 10th year!
We’re excited to THRIVE with you on Saturday, November 14, 2026! More than just a race, it’s an invitation for the entire San Diego community to “Thrive” together—staying active, eating healthy, living well, and giving back. All courses start and finish at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, offering fast, flat stretches with beautiful Mission Bay views and refreshing ocean breezes.
Half Marathon:
- Start Time: 7:15AM
- Experience 13.1 miles of scenic San Diego beauty on a loop course that starts on Ingraham Street, winds along Mission Bay, and finishes at Ski Beach. Enjoy fast, flat stretches, picturesque bay views, and refreshing ocean breezes as you chase your personal best.
- Go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/halfmarathon/ for more information.
Half Marathon Relay:
- Start Time: 7:15AM
- Take on the Half Marathon Relay with a partner and split the challenge of 13.1 miles! Each runner will cover approximately 6.5 miles before handing off the "baton" to your teammate at Telecote Shores. This scenic route along Crown Point starts on Ingraham St and finishes at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, featuring fast, flat stretches, breathtaking bay views, and refreshing ocean breezes.
- For more information go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/halfmarathon-relay/.
5K:
- Start Time: 7:30AM
- The 5K is a scenic loop route along Crown Point that starts on Ingraham St and finishes at Ski Beach in Mission Bay.
- For more information go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/5k/.
Entry Includes:
- Official Thrive Short Sleeve Tech Tee
- Racer Bib
- Finisher Medal Unique to Each Distance
- Chip Race Timing
- Live Finish Results and Rankings
- Award Winner Prizes
- Overall & Age Group Awards
- Access to Thrive Expo
Virtual Runners:
- For runners who can’t make it to San Diego but still want to participate and benefit Make-A-Wish San Diego! Complete your distance anytime during race week and post your results to the virtual leaderboard.
- For more information go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/virtual-runners/
Charity:
Run to benefit Make-A-Wish® San Diego! Join us in granting wishes for children diagnosed with critical illnesses. Donate today to show your support for Make-A-Wish® San Diego on Race Day.
For more information on Make-A-Wish San Diego, visit thrivehalfmarathon.com/charity/.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
67°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
15%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Diego Seaworld, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About San Diego, CA
Population
1,385,061
as of 2023
City 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
114
Days to train
- Race
- Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K
- Date
- November 14, 2026
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Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K
Nov 14, 2026