The Best Races - San Diego
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A Merry Christmas Run at Liberty Station, San Diego
A Merry Christmas Run takes place at Liberty Station in San Diego on December 26, 2026. The event offers in-person and virtual options and includes multiple distance choices to accommodate different preferences. The organizer runs the event as a smaller, wave-based group run with a cap per wave; when waves fill, a virtual option or wait list is available.
All paces are welcome and participants may run or walk. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian. Timing is optional and no timing chips are used; participants may track their time with a device or app and submit results for online posting. Coordinators provide on-course support and the event asks volunteers to assist with community runs.
Distances offered
- 5K
- 10K
- Half marathon 13.1
- Family 1 Mile
- Virtual run option
Swag and services include a running T shirt shipped within the US, an optional technical running shirt upgrade for an additional fee, a finisher towel or giveaway, a finisher medal, a digital training pack, online results and a certificate of completion, and an invitation to local running clubs. Race bibs are provided on race day and most swag items are mailed to the registrant’s address. The event supports optional fundraising and donates one dollar for each mile logged after the race to partner charities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
