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2026 GOVX San Diego Half Marathon & 5K

Name: 2026 GOVX San Diego Half Marathon & 5K
Start: 2026-03-22
End: 2026-03-22
Location: San Diego, California

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San Diego, California, United States

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sell $67.80 – $169.50

About the Event

Celebrate a landmark 15th anniversary by running one of Southern California's most scenic urban courses at the 2026 GOVX San Diego Half Marathon & 5K on Sunday, March 22, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM along the iconic Embarcadero. The half marathon is a true San Diego sampler, featuring five miles of waterfront vistas, four historic neighborhoods, three major parks, and a triumphant finish in the vibrant Gaslamp District, while the 5K offers a flat, fast downtown loop with the same epic conclusion. As the middle race of the coveted SoCal Triple Crown, this event is a must-do for runners seeking a quintessential California race experience.

Your registration includes premium perks like a tech shirt, custom medal, access to the Columbia Employee Store, and a lively finish line festival. Whether you join the competitive team challenge or run for your own personal best, this well-organized tradition delivers unforgettable views, incredible community support, and the perfect blend of city energy and coastal beauty.

Races Offered

5K

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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06:30

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$67.80

Half Marathon

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 21km

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06:30

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$169.50

Virtual 5K

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 3mi

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06:30

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$67.80

Virtual Half Marathon

Mar 22, 2026

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Distance — 13mi

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06:30

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$169.50

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in San Diego.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 9.8° / 16.8°

wb_sunny 7.3° / 14.4°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.6 /

water_drop 78.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 9.8° / 16.8°

wb_sunny 7.3° / 14.4°

air 10.6 km/h

water_drop 78.3%

About San Diego

From balmy beaches with a laid-back attitude to a gleaming modern image, San Diego offers much for the tourist to enjoy. Situated on the Southern California seacoast, San Diego is the second largest city in the state, with 1.4 million residents (2020), and has long attracted travelers for its ideal climate, miles of beaches, and location on the Mexican border right across from Tijuana.