In 148 days · Sat, Nov 7, 2026
When
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Where
1600 Vacation Road, San Diego CA
Distances
Half · 5K
About this race
🎉 The Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K
We’re excited to THRIVE with you on Saturday, November 7, 2026! More than just a race, it’s an invitation for the entire San Diego community to “Thrive” together—staying active, eating healthy, living well, and giving back. All courses start and finish at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, offering fast, flat stretches with beautiful Mission Bay views and refreshing ocean breezes.
🏃♂️ Half Marathon
- Start Time: 7:15AM
- Distance: Experience 13.1 miles of scenic San Diego beauty on a loop course that starts on Ingraham Street, winds along Mission Bay, and finishes at Ski Beach. Enjoy fast, flat stretches, picturesque bay views, and refreshing ocean breezes as you chase your personal best.
- More Info: Go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/halfmarathon/ for more information.
🤝 Half Marathon Relay
- Start Time: 7:15AM
- Overview: Take on the Half Marathon Relay with a partner and split the challenge of 13.1 miles! Each runner will cover approximately 6.5 miles before handing off the "baton" to your teammate at Telecote Shores. This scenic route along Crown Point starts on Ingraham St and finishes at Ski Beach in Mission Bay, featuring fast, flat stretches, breathtaking bay views, and refreshing ocean breezes.
- More Info: For more information go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/halfmarathon-relay/.
🏃♀️ 5K
- Start Time: 7:30AM
- Course: The 5K is a scenic loop route along Crown Point that starts on Ingraham St and finishes at Ski Beach in Mission Bay.
- More Info: For more information go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/5k/.
🎁 Entry Includes
- Includes: Exclusive Performance Tech Long Sleeve (Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay)
- Includes: Official Thrive Short Sleeve Tech Tee (5K)
- Includes: Racer Bib
- Includes: Finisher Medal Unique to Each Distance
- Includes: Chip Race Timing
- Includes: Live Finish Results and Rankings
- Includes: Award Winner Prizes
- Includes: Overall & Age Group Awards
- Includes: Access to Thrive Expo
💻 Virtual Runners
- Option: For runners who can’t make it to San Diego but still want to participate and benefit Make-A-Wish San Diego! Complete your distance anytime during race week and post your results to the virtual leaderboard.
- More Info: For more information go to thrivehalfmarathon.com/virtual-runners/
❤️ Charity
Run to benefit Make-A-Wish® San Diego! Join us in granting wishes for children diagnosed with critical illnesses. Donate today to show your support for Make-A-Wish® San Diego on Race Day.
For more information on Make-A-Wish San Diego, visit thrivehalfmarathon.com/charity/.
Location: 1600 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA
Event URL: Learn more here.
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