2026 PRE-SALE Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K

🏃‍♂️ The Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K Returns!

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
• Team Up: 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.
• Scenic Route: This 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
• Route: 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:

• Exclusive Performance: Tech Long Sleeve (Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay)
• Official Tee: Thrive Short Sleeve Tech Tee (5K)
• Race Essentials: Racer Bib
• Finisher Medal: Unique to Each Distance

🌍 Virtual Runners:

• Participation: 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/.