The Best Races - San Diego

Event

The St. Paddy's Day Lucky Run 5K/10K/13.1 in San Diego is scheduled for March 14, 2026 at Mission Point, San Diego, CA 92109. The organizer offers in-person and virtual participation options, and a separate Family 1 Mile fun run is available. The event uses start waves with a cap per wave; waves are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and a wait list or virtual entry is available if waves sell out.

Race details

Distances offered:

• 5K
• 10K
• 13.1 (half-marathon)
• Family 1 Mile
• Virtual Run

Timing is optional; no timing chips are used. Participants may track times with running apps or request on-site coordinators to record times for posting. Race bibs are provided on race day. Swag is shipped to the mailing address provided (U.S. addresses only) and includes a running T-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack; a technical running shirt upgrade is available for an additional fee. Final race details and course maps are emailed before the race. Registration fees listed for standard registration periods include approximately $41.48 for the 5K and virtual run, $46.92 for the 10K, $50.17 for the half-marathon, and $39.31 for the Family 1 Mile. Sponsors named include Gatorade and several event partners. The organizer supports charity initiatives and notes that post-race miles logged will generate a $1 donation per mile to partner charities; fundraising is optional. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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