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Margaritaville Run San Diego Gaslamp 10K & 5K

Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 7:00 AM PDT

Location
San Diego, CA
207 Fifth Ave, 92101
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Perks & features

  • Free
  • Medal
  • Shirt

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Distances & registration

3 options

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

  • 5K

    Sat, Aug 8, 7:00 AM PDT · From $50.20

    Opens Feb 21, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Mar 8, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Aug 8, 7:00 AM PDT · From $60.94

    Opens Feb 21, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Mar 8, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • Virtual

    Sat, Aug 8, 12:00 AM PDT · From $66.49

    Opens Feb 21, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Aug 2, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Hilly road course, warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

From the organizer

🌴 Lace up, Parrotheads! 🌴

Get ready to run straight into paradise at the Margaritaville Run San Diego Gaslamp, where tropical vibes meet city streets and every mile feels like a mini vacation. 🏃‍♀️🍹 Whether you’re here for the run, the party, or the post-race margaritas, this is your chance to turn race day into a full-on racecation.

Run through the heart of downtown San Diego, soak up the Gaslamp energy, and leave your worries back at the starting line. From start to finish, it’s all about good vibes, good company, and a well-earned celebration at the finish.

Sign up today and join the party! 🎉

The miles are easy when you're in the Margaritaville state of mind!

Set in the iconic Gaslamp Quarter, this run brings island vibes to one of San Diego’s most electric neighborhoods. Known for its historic streets, lively nightlife, and walkable downtown energy, the Gaslamp offers the perfect backdrop for a fun-forward run that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

With sunny skies, coastal air, and palm trees never far from view, San Diego is the ultimate place to escape the everyday.

The Perks of Participating

Run, walk or stroll in the Margaritaville State of Mind Official Margaritaville Run Participant Tech Tee Margaritaville Run Finisher Medal

Transfer Policy

Participants may transfer from one race distance to another at any time, provided the desired event is not sold out.

All transfers are subject to a $15 transfer fee (plus a small processing fee), regardless of whether you are upgrading or downgrading. Upgrading to a longer or higher-priced distance: You will be responsible for the $15 transfer fee plus the difference between what you originally paid and the current registration price. Downgrading to a shorter or lower-priced distance: The $15 transfer fee still applies, but no refunds will be issued for the price difference.

For assistance or additional questions, please email us at info@margaritavillerun.com.

Charity

Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit in Central Florida that provides critically ill children and their families with magical weeklong wish vacations at no cost.  Since 1986, the Village has welcomed more than 174,000 families from all 50 states and 76 countries. For more information, visit www.gktw.org. For more information about the run visit www.MargaritavilleRun.com

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