In 173 days · Sun, Feb 14, 2027
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When
Sunday, February 14th, 2027
Where
South Coast Highway 101 & West D Street, Encinitas CA
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
49–62°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
49–64°F
dry
2025
54–60°F
rain
2024
48–59°F
dry
2023
52–55°F
dry
2022
49–70°F
dry
2021
50–61°F
dry
2020
45–60°F
dry
2019
55–62°F
rain
2018
56–66°F
dry
2017
52–63°F
dry
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About this race
Early Bird Registration
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FOR 2027!!
Event Overview
- Date: 2027-02-14
- Location: South Coast Highway 101 & West D Street, Encinitas, CA
- URL: The Kook Run
- Race Options: Participate in a 10K or 5K.
Course Description
- Scenic Route: Kick off your Super Bowl Sunday and race down the Coast Highway 101.
- Stunning Views: Take in epic views of the Pacific Ocean and famous surf breaks.
- Beautiful Course: Touted as one of the most beautiful race courses in Southern California.
- Course Layout: Out-and-back course with manageable uphill elements on return.
Additional Activities
- Costume Contest: Join our famous costume contest for a chance to win great prizes.
- Jr. Kook Run: Kids ages 3-12 can participate in our Jr. Kook Run on Saturday (Feb 13).
- Virtual Option: Can't be there on race day? VIRTUALLY RUN the KOOK on your own schedule.
- Packet Mailouts: Race Packet mailouts will be available for those who can't make it to packet pickup.
Course map
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