Thrive San Diego Half Marathon
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Event Overview
This is the ninth edition of an event promoting community wellness through activity, healthy eating, and giving back. The event is organized to benefit Make-A-Wish San Diego.
Distances
The event offers several in-person and virtual distances:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Half Marathon Relay (teams of two)
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Virtual Half Marathon
- Virtual 5K
- Charity Half Marathon (with a $250 fundraising commitment)
- Charity 5K (with a $250 fundraising commitment)
Course Information
All in-person courses start and finish at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, San Diego. The routes are described as loop courses with flat stretches. Runners can expect views of Mission Bay and ocean breezes. The Half Marathon starts on Ingraham Street and winds along Mission Bay. The Half Marathon Relay involves a baton handoff at Tecolote Shores, with each runner covering approximately 6.5 miles. The 5K route runs along Crown Point.
Participant Benefits
Registration includes an official short-sleeve tech t-shirt, a race bib, a finisher medal specific to the distance, chip timing, live results, and access to the event expo. Awards are given to overall and age group winners.
Charity & Virtual Participation
The event supports Make-A-Wish San Diego. Virtual participation is available for those who cannot attend in person; participants can complete their chosen distance during race week and post results to a virtual leaderboard. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.