Kennedy Drive 8K
San Francisco, CA
Sun, Nov 8, 2026
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Sunday, November 8th, 2026
Middle Drive West & Metson Road, San Francisco CA
52–64°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
54–70°F
dry
2024
51–68°F
dry
2023
49–67°F
dry
2022
49–53°F
rain
2021
48–60°F
rain
2020
51–57°F
dry
2019
51–59°F
dry
2018
50–73°F
dry
2017
54–62°F
rain
2016
54–70°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Course Type: Out and back course
- Start/Finish Location: Near the Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park
- Elevation: Gradual uphill on the way out, gradual downhill on the return
Event Details and Schedule
- Check-in Time: Race day check-in begins at 8am
- Race Start: The race starts at 9am
- Parking: Free parking along Middle Drive
- Finisher Awards: Finisher ribbons to all participants: place ribbons to Top 5 overall M/F/NB runners
Additional Information
- Weather Policy: Race is held rain or shine
- Refund Policy: We regret no refunds
- Website: For more information please visit our website dserunners.com
- Email: Email us at [email protected]
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For registration and more details, visit: Kennedy Drive 8K Registration.
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