San Clemente Ocean Festival

Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT

Location: San Clemente, CA; San Clemente Pier, 92672
Type: RUN

Official registration Past results (if available)

At a glance

Experience a full weekend of ocean sports and community spirit at this San Clemente festival, featuring a 5K Beach Run and diverse events.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Festive
For a Cause

Great for

Family Friendly

Great for: families, cause-driven runners

The San Clemente Ocean Festival offers a vibrant weekend of ocean-focused activities for all ages. Dedicated to supporting ocean safety, the environment, and the community, this event provides a unique "One Fee - All Events Entry" experience. Participants can choose from a variety of competitions, including the 5K Beach Run, biathlons, and surf contests, alongside enjoyable family-friendly options. It's a wonderful opportunity to engage with the ocean and community spirit.

What to expect

* Participate in the 5K Beach Run on the sand.
* Enjoy a "One Fee - All Events Entry" for access to multiple races and activities.
* Receive a commemorative SCOF tee and swim cap with your entry.

Standout details

"One Fee - All Events Entry"
5K Beach Run on sand
Supports ocean safety and environment
Commemorative tee and swim cap included

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

15 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sun, Jul 19, 11:00 AM PDT · From $40.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
5K
Sun, Jul 19, 8:00 AM PDT · From $40.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
International Lifeguard Competition - (All Events)…
Sat, Jul 18, 9:00 AM PDT · From $65.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

+ 12 more options

Jr. Lifeguard Competition - (All Events) - Saturday
Sat, Jul 18, 8:00 AM PDT · From $35.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
Dolphin Dash - Saturday
Sat, Jul 18, 9:00 AM PDT · From $30.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
All Inclusive (Sunday) Beach Events - 5K Beach Run…
Sun, Jul 19, 8:00 AM PDT · From $60.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
Grom's Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Boys 11 & Older
Sun, Jul 19, 6:30 AM PDT · From $70.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
Paddle Events - Open Ocean Paddle (SUP, Prone, Kay…
Sun, Jul 19, 9:00 AM PDT · From $45.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
Grom's Rule Surf Contest - 7 & under "Push-in Divi…
Sun, Jul 19, 1:00 PM PDT · From $60.00
Opens Mar 14, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bo…
Sat, Jul 18, 6:30 AM PDT · From $55.00
Opens Mar 15, 2026, 11:08 AM PDT · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bo…
Sat, Jul 18, 6:30 AM PDT · From $55.00
Opens Mar 21, 2026, 7:24 AM PDT · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
San Clemente Ocean Festival Surf Contest - Pier Bo…
Sat, Jul 18, 6:30 AM PDT · From $55.00
Opens Mar 21, 2026, 7:24 AM PDT · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
Grom's Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Boys 10 & Under
Sun, Jul 19, 6:30 AM PDT · From $70.00
Opens Mar 21, 2026, 7:24 AM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
Grom's Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Girls 11 & Older
Sun, Jul 19, 6:30 AM PDT · From $70.00
Opens Mar 21, 2026, 7:24 AM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
Grom's Rule Surf Contest (Sunday) - Girls 10 & Under
Sun, Jul 19, 6:30 AM PDT · From $70.00
Opens Mar 21, 2026, 7:24 AM PDT · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Beach / sand course

Partial data — terrain or weather signals missing.

The course

Beach / sand
Family-oriented

From the organizer

San Clemente Ocean Festival is a volunteer organization, dedicated to the promotion and support of ocean safety, the environment and the community by providing a quality athletic venue and enjoyable family event. The San Clemente Ocean Festival utilizes a a "One Fee - All Events Entry". Participants pay one fee and are entitled to enter any of the events listed for that entry. Entry includes commemorative SCOF tee, SCOF swim cap and competitors kit.

Saturday July 18

International Lifeguard Competition (All Events) - includes Surf Race, Rescue Relay, Surf Ski Race, International Ironman, NDA Dory Races #1 & #2, Paddleboard Rescue Relay, Paddleboard Sprint, Landline Rescue Relay.

Junior Lifeguard Competition (All Events) - includes Beach Flags, Surf Race, Run-Swim-Run, Paddleboard Race

Separate Saturday entry events:

Dolphin Dash (kid's running race)

Pier Bowl Surf Classic (open & age-group surfing event)

Sunday July 19

Beach Events (All Events) - includes 5K Beach Run, Biathlon (Swim 1K, Run 5K), Open Ocean Paddle, One Mile Ocean Swim, Run-Swim-Run, SUP Sprint, Splash & Dash Relay

Separate Sunday entry event:

5K Beach Run,

Grom's Rule Surf Contest (kid's age-group surf event including 7 & under "Push-in Division)

Also in this area

Similar vibe nearby

Races nearby with a similar atmosphere.

Easier options nearby

Lower-difficulty races in the same state.

More demanding options nearby

Higher-difficulty races in the same state.