Beer City Half San Diego
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Beer City Half™ San Diego
The Beer City Half™ San Diego takes place on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Tecolote Shores on Mission Bay in San Diego, California. The event combines running races with beer-focused activities and a post-run festival featuring local and California brewers. The Beer Stroll is held around Waterfront Park. Beat the Beast is held at Radium Runway.
Events and participant details
- Half Marathon
- 10k
- 5k
- Beer Stroll - 1-mile walk around Waterfront Park
Additional event formats include the Beat the Beast beer mile, the Beermazing Race, beer tasting only options, beer trolley rides, and beer tours. Beat the Beast requires participants to consume four 12-oz beers while running a mile; if a designated "Beast" catches a runner, that runner is removed from the race. The Beermazing Race challenges participants to visit five brewers, drink a pint at each, and locate clues to the next taproom. The afternoon Shindig takes place at a Beer City brewery and features music, food trucks, and games; tickets include the first beer. All runners receive a shirt, a Key to Beer City finisher's medal, a custom tasting glass, and unlimited tasting at the post-run festival. Beat the Beast finishers receive a special finisher's medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.