America's Finest City Half Marathon
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Event Details
The America’s Finest City Half Marathon & 5K takes place on Sunday, August 16, 2026. It will be the 49th edition of the event.
Distances
The event offers several race distances:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- 5K - 3.1 miles
- Virtual Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- Virtual 5K - 3.1 miles
Course Description
The half marathon course is described as scenic. It begins at the Cabrillo National Monument on Point Loma. Runners then proceed along San Diego Bay, Harbor Island, and the Embarcadero, passing landmarks like the Star of India ship. The route continues through downtown San Diego and finishes in historic Balboa Park. The 5K course is described as fast and flat, taking place through the heart of Balboa Park.
What's Included
Registration includes a technical fabric short-sleeve shirt, a finisher medal, a souvenir reusable grocery bag, and a one-day pass to the Carlsbad Columbia Sportswear Employee Store. Participants also receive a finish line food bag and a complimentary beer in the finish line beer garden. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
