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The Awesome 80's Run is a San Diego 5K and 10K held at Ruocco Park on Harbor Lane, with both races beginning in the morning. The shorter race is the Radical 5K Run/Walk, and the longer is the Tubular 10K Run, suitable for those aiming to race hard or those who prefer to walk or jog with friends. The course details are straightforward in the race materials, with the event focusing on all-level routes and an 80s theme rather than a technical challenge. Participants are encouraged to wear neon leggings, sweatbands, leg warmers, and other retro costumes, with 80s music playing throughout the event. Finishers receive a themed medal, and the day concludes with a post-race party featuring more 80s music. A virtual option is available for those who want the theme without attending in San Diego.

La Carmel Valley Trail Race ti fa correre dentro Gonzales Canyon Open Space, con partenza e arrivo a Solana Ranch Park, nella Carmel Valley di San Diego. È un evento trail annuale, con un massimo di 300 partecipanti, che offre distanze da 5K, 10K e 10 miglia. Le 10K e le 5K sono anche qualificanti per i campionati. Il percorso è pianeggiante in partenza e arrivo. Però la parte centrale ha un dislivello sufficiente a far sembrare le distanze più lunghe una corsa in montagna. Chi si cimenta nelle 10K e 10 miglia troverà un tratto conosciuto come Puke Hill. La 5K invece resta piatta, perfetta per chi cerca un ambiente trail senza salite importanti. Questa è l'unica gara trail di San Diego che attraversa Gonzales Canyon Open Space.

Allora, il Lake Hodges Trail Festival è un evento annuale, fanno trail running e anche un trail duathlon. Si svolge al Piedras Pintadas Trailhead a San Diego, California, con partenza e arrivo proprio lì al trailhead. Propongono un sacco di distanze: 50K, 25K, 15K, 10K, 5K, una Stroller Trail 5K, una 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run e poi c'è pure un Trail Duathlon run-bike-run. Questo festival fa parte della Elevation Culture Race Series. La 50K la presentano come una ultramarathon per chi inizia, un entry-level insomma. La 10K ha 1,000 feet di dislivello positivo e arriva fino al Bernardo Mountain Peak. La 5K invece corre lungo la riva del Lake Hodges. La Kid's Fun Run non è cronometrata ed è pensata per i bambini fino ai 10 anni. Ci sono corridori, duatleti, team, famiglie e bambini. L'evento è cupless, quindi bisogna portarsi i propri contenitori per l'idratazione. Tutti quelli che arrivano al traguardo prendono maglietta e medaglia di legno fatta a mano, e chi fa la 10K Bernardo Challenge riceve anche una summit coin.

The Thankful Paws Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning run held at Rohr Park in Bonita, part of Chula Vista, California. It focuses on pets alongside runners, offering 5K and 10K races for adults, a Kids' Mile, and a Doggy Mile for families wanting their dog in the race-day picture. The course winds through a community park and borders a golf course, accommodating both casual holiday walkers and those aiming for a fast run before Thanksgiving commitments. Canine companions are permitted, and the Doggy Mile features a straightforward rule: the dog must finish ahead of its owner. Proceeds benefit Kane's Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit aiding abandoned and at-risk pets.

The Charlie Brown Christmas 5K/10K is a holiday run and walk held at Kit Carson Park in Escondido, near San Diego. It features a 5K, a 10K, and a Snoopy Dash for children 12 and under. The kids' dash begins first, followed by the 5K and then the 10K, structuring the morning around families as well as runners. Participant entry is limited to 2,500 people, and the event has previously sold out. This race is part of the Peanuts Event Series, which has attracted over 125,000 participants nationwide. The 5K covers 3.1 miles and the 10K covers 6.2 miles, utilizing both sidewalk and trail within the park. The course presents rolling hills, particularly on the trail section between miles 1 and 2, suggesting running or trail shoes are advisable. Organizers implement a staggered start to ensure smooth participant flow onto the trail. The Peanuts theme is central, with participants receiving an officially licensed bib, shirt, finisher medal, and a 4-inch die-cast snow globe medal featuring a shake effect. Santa Claus will be present, post-race refreshments are provided, and festive holiday attire is encouraged.

The Kook Run begins under the Encinitas sign on Highway 101, sending participants south along the coast on Super Bowl Sunday. The primary events are a 10K and a 5K in Encinitas, California, attracting approximately 2,500 runners. The event accommodates various participants: a Pro/Elite 10K offers a $3,000 prize purse, a People's 10K and 5K are open to runners and walkers, and there is ample room for costumed entrants. The route traces South Coast Highway 101 in an out-and-back format, featuring views of the Pacific Ocean, surf spots, Cardiff State Beach, and the Cardiff Kook statue. The race commences with a gentle descent, incorporates moderate inclines on the return leg, and concludes through downtown Encinitas amidst cheering crowds. The weekend also features a costume competition and a Junior Kook Run for children aged 3 to 12 on Saturday morning.

The San Pasqual Valley Trail Race begins on Bandy Canyon Road in Escondido, located in San Diego County's wine region. Participants can select from 20-mile, half marathon, and 10K distances; some event listings also mention a 1K option. This trail race is set on vineyard roads, through orange groves, across grass fields, and along dirt trails, distinct from urban courses. Now in its tenth year, the race is designed for trail runners seeking a demanding course. The course starts on private land before proceeding along Bandy Canyon Road and dirt paths through San Pasqual Valley. Raptor Ridge presents the primary challenge: the half marathon route involves an out-and-back journey up and down the ridge twice. The ascent features switchbacks and offers expansive valley views. The landscape combines active wine country with citrus orchards, and local wine is available to runners at the finish line, continuing the regional theme.

A beer mile, featuring four 12-ounce beers and a chasing Beer City Beast, is offered alongside a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1-mile Beer Stroll in San Diego. Beer City Half San Diego is a beer-themed running event held at Tecolote Shores on Mission Bay. It includes morning race starts and tasting options connected to the Beer City Festival. The event is presented as a Valentine's Day run through Mission Bay, with a distinct Beer Tasting Only entry for those interested in the festival without participating in a race. The longer races are designed to run along the bay, while the Beer Stroll offers a straightforward 1-mile walk around Tecolote Shores. All participants receive a shirt, a Key to Beer City finisher's medal, and a custom tasting glass. The post-run festival provides unlimited tasting. The unique event is Beat the Beast: participants drink four beers over a mile and race, with elimination occurring if the Beer City Beast catches them. The day continues after the finish area clears, with a Shindig at Seek Brewing Company planned for the afternoon.

The Moonlight Beach Half Marathon, 10k & 6k is a St. Patrick's Day-themed Shamrock Run held at Moonlight State Beach in Encinitas, California. Participants can select the half marathon, 10k, or 6k. All three races commence and conclude near the beach, west of I-5 by Encinitas Boulevard. The half marathon course is set against a Pacific Ocean backdrop, starting from Encinitas Boulevard with Moonlight State Beach serving as the event's home base. This is the third year for the event, which embraces the holiday spirit through green attire and Irish-themed race-day atmosphere, rather than aiming to be a long-established classic.

The San Diego Beach & Bay Half Marathon is a flat, fast race series in San Diego, California, offering half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances. It suits runners seeking a coastal course with minimal elevation gain, whether they are aiming for a personal best or a shorter run in the beach area. The course passes SeaWorld, Belmont Park, Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, Sail Bay, and Crown Point, keeping participants near San Diego’s beaches and bayfront neighborhoods for much of the event. Following the finish, a bayside festival includes live music, a craft beer garden, a vendor village, and an awards ceremony for top finishers.