San Diego to La Jolla
Imagine miles of sun-drenched coast, an inviting ocean, and perfect weather pretty much anytime of the year, and you’ll understand why the La Jolla Half Marathon, our San Diego 10K, and La Jolla Shores 5K are some of San Diego California’s most picturesque running races.
From start to finish these races offer runners a chance to experience the coast like never before. Discover the views from the summit of Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve as you listen to the sound of the ocean lapping the shore to help you keep pace.
Whether you want to run your first half marathon, step up from our 5K to our 10K, or run your first 5K, no matter which race you choose, you’ll have gorgeous views from Del Mar to the La Jolla Shores.
The best part, your participation supports the La Jolla Kiwanis Foundation, benefiting children and community programs.
Saturday, May 15, 2027 · Registration is open · Packet pickup Friday, May 14, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm at Scripps Park, La Jolla Cove
Pick your distance
Saturday, May 15, 2027. Every race starts at 6:30 am and finishes at La Jolla Cove: the Half Marathon from the Del Mar Racetrack, the 10K from North Torrey Pines Road, and the 5K from La Jolla Shores.
Half Marathon
Race morning
- Take your place at the start line by 6:00 am. All three races start at 6:30 am.
- Time limits: Half Marathon 3.5 hours, 10K 2 hours, 5K 1 hour.
- Gear drop-off is at the start line only. Pick it up at the finish.
- Free pre-race shuttles leave La Jolla Cove: Half Marathon 4:00 to 5:45 am, 10K 4:30 to 5:45 am, 5K 4:30 to 6:00 am. Half Marathon and 10K runners must be in line by 5:00 am.
- There is no parking at the 10K or 5K start.
Follow it live
Friends and family can follow runners in real time with live splits, pace tracking, course maps and race replays in the free Competitive Timing app. Runners can turn on GPS tracking in the app, and live results post as you finish.
What you get
All half marathon, 10K, and 5K participants will receive:
- Custom designed finisher medal
- Custom designed dry tech shirt
- Runner swag bag
- Complimentary beers in post-race beer garden
- Finisher food bag filled with refueling foods at the finish line
- Finish line festival with music, food, vendors, refreshments, and more!
You must be wearing the official race bib assigned to you in order to receive a Finisher’s medal and race shirt.
Refer a friend
With enough referrals, your race could be completely free.
Find the referral link in your registration confirmation email and share it by text, email, or social media. Anyone who uses your link receives 10% off their entry. For each friend who registers, you'll receive a direct refund on your entry fee:
- $10 back for every Half Marathon signup
- $10 back for every 10K signup
- $5 back for every 5K signup
Racer FAQs
All distances will take place on Saturday, May 15, 2027.
We do not offer refunds or transfers to other runners. We want you to enjoy our race in person, yourself, even if it’s in a future year!
Yes, however, there is a 1-hour time limit for finishing the 5K. This means you must maintain a 19:21-minute-mile pace or faster. Those doing the 10K, must be able to complete the course in 2 hours. For the half marathon, you must be able to complete the course in 3.5 hours. This means you must maintain a 16-minute mile pace or faster throughout the event. Please Note: these times will be strictly enforced
Pre-Event Shuttle Half Marathon: Complimentary shuttle service will transport runners from the finish area at La Jolla Cove to the Half Marathon start area at the Del Mar Racetrack before the race from 4:00 to 5:45 am.You must be in line to board the bus by 5:00 am. A food truck will be onsite selling coffee and other breakfast items in the park.
Post-Event Shuttle Half Marathon: Complimentary shuttles will transport runners from the finish area back to the Half Marathon start line at the Del Mar Racetrack.
Pre-Event Shuttle 10K: Complimentary shuttle service will transport runners from the finish area at La Jolla Cove to the 10K start line before the race from 4:30 to 5:45 am.You must be in line to board the bus by 5:00 am.
Pre-Event Shuttle 5K: Complimentary shuttle service will transport runners from the finish area at La Jolla Cove to the 5K start line before the race from 4:30 to 6:00 am.You must be in line to board the bus by 5:00 am. A food truck will be onsite selling coffee and other breakfast items in the park.
There are NO shuttles from the finish to the start of the 10K or 5k POST EVENT.
If you’re unable to attend the expo, you may authorize someone to pick up your items for you. This person must come with a photocopy or electronic copy of your photo ID. We have listed the Expo date, time and location below along with other important information.
Contact & location
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