Silver Strand Half Marathon
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Silver Strand Veterans Day Races - Coronado Island
The event takes place on November 8, 2026, on Coronado Island along the Silver Strand Highway. The point-to-point course runs between the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay on closed roads and is described as flat.
Multiple distance options are offered:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- 10 Mile
- 12K
- 5K
- Virtual option with mailed medal and swag
On-course features include live music zones with DJs and drummers. The finish area is a beachfront gathering with a live band and a beer garden. Event logistics note free shuttle service and free parking options.
Participant items include a choice of a Hawaiian button-up shirt or a runner dress in multiple sizes, a surfboard finisher medal that functions as a bottle opener with a removable lanyard, and a water bottle sticker for all participants. Half marathon finishers receive an exclusive 13.1 sticker. A virtual option allows participants to choose their distance and receive medal and swag by mail without uploading results.
The event supports community organizations including the Life Sports Foundation, Team Hoyt, and the Islander Sports Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.