Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Belgian Waffle Ride CALIFORNIA
San Diego, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
171.4 km96.56 km52.63 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
USCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Races in San Diego
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 36 races in San Diego with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions36Races & courses
Distances5 - 171.4 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,286 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
San Diego Marathon
San Diego, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Happy Chinese New Year Run
San Diego, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100.2 km48.3 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Madison Marathon
Madison, United States
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Belgian Waffle Ride CALIFORNIA | San Diego, California, US | Road Cycling | 171.4 km96.56 km52.63 km |
| Date to be announced | San Diego Marathon | San Diego, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Happy Chinese New Year Run | San Diego, California, US | Trail Running | 100.2 km48.3 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | JFK 50 Mile | Boonsboro, Maryland, US | Trail Running | 50 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of San Diego (California, San Diego County, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 36 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond. Notable events in the selection include Belgian Waffle Ride CALIFORNIA, San Diego Marathon, and Happy Chinese New Year Run.
Race distances span from 5 km to 171.4 km, reaching up to +2,286 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for San Diego includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in San Diego?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 36 individual races in San Diego. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Belgian Waffle Ride CALIFORNIA, San Diego Marathon, and Happy Chinese New Year Run.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in San Diego?
Events in San Diego focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 171.4 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in San Diego?
The most selective courses in San Diego climb up to +2,286 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in San Diego?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.