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Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K

Sat, Nov 14, 2026, 7:15 AM PST

Location
San Diego, CA
1600 Vacation Road, 92109
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Experience scenic Mission Bay views and refreshing ocean breezes while supporting Make-A-Wish San Diego at this wellness-focused event.

  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

The Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K invites the San Diego community to embrace wellness and give back. Celebrating its 10th year, this event offers a chance to stay active and live well while supporting Make-A-Wish San Diego. Runners will enjoy fast, flat courses along Mission Bay, featuring beautiful views and refreshing ocean breezes. Choose from a Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, or 5K, all starting and finishing at Ski Beach. Virtual options are also available.

What to expect

  • Run fast, flat stretches along Mission Bay with picturesque views and ocean breezes.
  • Receive an official short sleeve tech tee, a finisher medal, and chip timing.
  • Contribute to Make-A-Wish San Diego's mission to grant wishes for children.

Standout details

  • Scenic Mission Bay views and ocean breezes
  • Supports Make-A-Wish San Diego
  • Half Marathon, Relay, and 5K options
  • Finisher medal and tech tee included

Perks & features

  • Awards
  • Medal
  • Shirt

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Distances & registration

7 options

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

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 14, 7:30 AM PST · From $47.64

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Feb 15, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 14, 7:30 AM PST · From $0.00

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Nov 8, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 14, 7:30 AM PST · From $74.14

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Nov 8, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

+ 4 more options
  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 14, 7:15 AM PST · From $105.94

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Feb 15, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 14, 7:15 AM PST · From $128.20

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Feb 15, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 14, 7:15 AM PST · From $0.00

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Nov 8, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 14, 7:15 AM PST · From $74.14

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Nov 8, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

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The course

  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

The Kaiser Permanente Thrive Half Marathon & 5K returns for its 10th year!

We’re excited to THRIVE with you on Saturday, November 14, 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 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. Go to  thrivehalfmarathon.com/halfmarathon/ for more information.

Half Marathon Relay:

Start Time: 7:15AM 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. For more information go to  thrivehalfmarathon.com/halfmarathon-relay/.

5K:

Start Time: 7:30AM The 5K is a scenic loop route along Crown Point that starts on Ingraham St and finishes at Ski Beach in Mission Bay. For more information go to  thrivehalfmarathon.com/5k/.

Entry Includes:

Official Thrive Short Sleeve Tech Tee Racer Bib Finisher Medal Unique to Each Distance Chip Race Timing Live Finish Results and Rankings Award Winner Prizes Overall & Age Group Awards Access to Thrive Expo

Virtual Runners:

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. 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/ .

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