GOVX San Diego Half Marathon and 5K

GOVX San Diego Half Marathon and 5K in San Diego on 20 March 2026
GOVX San Diego Half Marathon and 5K in San Diego on 20 March 2026
Friday, March 20, 2026 -- Sunday, March 22, 2026, 1200 - 1200
The 15th annual GOVX San Diego Half Marathon takes runners through five miles of waterfront, four historic communities, three parks, two miles of downtown streets, and finishes in the historic Gaslamp Quarter. The 5K is a flat and fast course all in downtown San Diego. Registration is now open, and thousands of runners from all around the nation and the world are expected to participate in this San Diego running tradition.

The GOVX San Diego Half Marathon and 5K is a part of In Motion Events' SoCal Triple Crown race series, which also includes the Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K in January, and the America's Finest City Half Marathon and 5K in August. This trio offers a variety of courses and scenery throughout San Diego, providing athletes with a fun and unique running experience in distinct parts of the city and county. Athletes who participate in each race in the same calendar year, no matter the distance they participate in, will be awarded a SoCal Triple Crown medal to celebrate their accomplishment of completing the race series. Runners simply register for all three events separately. No additional registration or fee is required to qualify for the Triple Crown finisher award!

We offer a 10% military discount to active duty service members. Make sure to answer the questions about military service during registration to receive the discount instructions.

Benefiting the Community
The charity beneficiary of the GOVX San Diego Half Marathon is the San Diego Fire-Rescue Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by former firefighters and dedicated community leaders. They provide enhanced equipment, training, technology, and community education resources, ensuring that the men and women of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department are better equipped to protect the residents, property, and environment of San Diego and the surrounding region. The GOVX San Diego Half Marathon also provides the opportunity for other local charities to raise funds through their association with the event.

Packet Pickup
Margaritaville San Diego, 435 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Friday, March 20: 12 - 4 p.m.
Saturday, March 21: 9 a.m - 4 p.m.

Race Times
Sunday, March 22
6:30 a.m.: 5K start time
6:50 a.m.: Half marathon start time

Participant Perks
Technical fabric short-sleeve shirt
Custom finisher's medal
Souvenir reusable grocery bag
Half Marathon Legacy Program
A one-day pass to the invite-only Carlsbad Columbia Sportswear Employee Store
Finisher food bag featuring refueling foods
And much more!

Course Amenities
Water and restrooms will be available throughout the course. Electrolytes and energy gel will also be available at select stations. Learn more here.

Course Restrictions
Strollers, racing chairs, and handcycles are not allowed on the half marathon or 5K course due to a few key sections of the course that are too narrow to accommodate wheeled vehicles, the steep descent on the Half Marathon course, and the trolley tracks that are crossed. Dogs are not allowed to participate in the race - we ask that you leave your four-legged friends at home.

Awards
Awards will be available for pick-up on race day.

Category: Sports / Leisure | Running | Marathon

Prices:
Half Marathon Registration: USD 146.90,
5K Registration: USD 56.50
Starting Price Per Person
$ 56.50 USD
Other Information
Where
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
435 Sixth Avenue
San Diego California 92101
United States
( Hotel - Resort )

                 
Event Organizer Contact
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Event ID: 261060

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