Events
North City 5K Run/Walk
Event Description
Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a morning of movement, community, and celebration! Join us at North City in partnership with The Hill District and Draft Republic San Marcos for an invigorating 5K Run/Walk that will leave you smiling from start to finish.
After crossing the finish line, keep the good vibes going with a lively post-run brunch and refreshing drinks surrounded by friends, neighbors, and fellow runners.
Best of all, every step you take helps make a difference—100% of proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos, funding essential youth programs that inspire and empower kids in our community.
Sign up today and be part of something fun, healthy, and truly meaningful!
North City is born out of a belief that a different way of life is possible. Where streets are walkable and alive with arts and music. Where paseos become stages for community events.
Where homegrown talent gets opportunities to succeed. A place pioneering a low-carbon future.
We’re turning this vision into reality. Join us at North City, where a life of culture connects us to greater possibilities.
North City is for everyone, everyday. The vibrant community offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including A Lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Christophe Rull Patisserie, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Stay updated on what’s new at www.northcity.com or connect with @northcitysandiego on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Event Schedule Details
8 a.m. - Registration opens
9 a.m. - 5K Run/Walk Starts
9:30 a.m. - After-Run Festivities at Draft Republic
11 a.m. - Awards presentation
We love our furry friends, but for the safety and comfort of all participants, pets are not allowed on the race course.
Free parking is available at two nearby CSUSM parking structures:
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Parking Structure 1 – located on Campus View Drive (cross street: Campus Way)
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Parking Structure 2 – located on June Way (cross street: E. Barham Drive)
Race packages will be available on race day starting at 8:00 AM when registration opens. Please note there is no advance pickup.
Yes everyone receives a finisher medal. Kids in strollers will receive a medal only if they are registered for the event.
Yes! Water stations will be available along the course to keep participants refreshed during the race.
The North City 5K Run/Walk is a community event in partnership with The Hill District and Draft Republic San Marcos. Participants enjoy a fun, invigorating 5K followed by a lively post-race brunch and drinks. Best of all, 100% of proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos, supporting vital youth programs that inspire and empower local kids.
Awards will be given to the Top Overall Male & Female finishers, plus Male & Female winners in each age group: 70+, 60–69, 50–59, 40–49, 30–39, 20–29, 15–19, and 14 & under.
Yes! If you’d like to support the Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos without participating in the 5K, you can make a donation directly through their website: www.boysgirlsclubsm.org.
The North City 5K Run/Walk takes place at North City, a vibrant district in San Marcos. The start and finish line will be along North City Drive at 250 North City Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. This lively venue offers a great atmosphere with nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment.
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Event Location
North City - San Marcos
250 North City Drive
San Marcos, CA 92078 US
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