The Best Races - San Diego
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Event details
The MLK Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 takes place at Liberty Station, Dewey Road, San Diego, CA on January 17, 2026. Distances offered include a family 1-mile fun run and a virtual run option. The event is organized as a series of capped waves on a first-come, first-serve basis and is described as a smaller, private group run. Participants of all ages may join; those under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Timing is optional and there are no timing chips.
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-Marathon 13.1
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Format, items, and fees
Swag is shipped to the US mailing address provided by registrants; race bibs are given on race day. Event items include a running t-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, a digital training pack, online results and a certificate of completion, and an invitation to local running clubs. A technical running shirt is available as an optional upgrade for an additional fee. Virtual participants receive a digital training pack and can submit results to receive a medal.
Listed registration fees for the event period include: 5K $41.21, 10K $46.61, Half-Marathon $49.85, Virtual Run $41.21, and Family 1 Mile $39.05. Race updates and final course information are provided to registrants before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.