Pacific Beachfest is San Diego's premier free, family-friendly beach festival, drawing tens of thousands to the vibrant Pacific Beach boardwalk each October. This full-day event, typically running from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, features a diverse range of activities for all ages, including live music across multiple stages and the popular "Best of the Beach Fish Taco Contest." For those seeking active participation, the festival hosts various races: the challenging Half Marathon on Sunday, and a 5K and Kids 1K on Saturday, providing opportunities for runners of all levels to enjoy the scenic beachfront course. Beyond the races and culinary delights, attendees can explore an Arts & Crafts Village with over 60 displays, find entertainment in the Kids Action Alley with activities like a climbing wall, and enjoy a competitive beach volleyball tournament, all contributing to a lively celebration of beach culture.
Races
Half Marathon
5 km
Race Date:
05 October, 2025
The Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile point-to-point running race in San Diego, offering a scenic waterfront course that concludes with an exciting beachside finish. This popular half marathon is generally considered a flat, sea-level course, making it suitable for runners aiming for personal bests.
Race Date:
04 October, 2025
The Pacific Beachfest 5K is a 3.1-mile run that offers a unique course with a mix of approximately 50% sand and 50% boardwalk. This engaging race allows participants to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Pacific Beachfest as they run along the San Diego coastline.
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FAQs
What is the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
How long is the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
Where does the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
The Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile point-to-point running race in San Diego, offering a scenic waterfront course that concludes with an exciting beachside finish. This popular half marathon is generally considered a flat, sea-level course, making it suitable for runners aiming for personal bests.
The Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon takes place in Pacific Beach, San Diego, California, USA.
Runna classifies the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
The Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile point-to-point running race in San Diego, offering a scenic waterfront course that concludes with an exciting beachside finish. This popular half marathon is generally considered a flat, sea-level course, making it suitable for runners aiming for personal bests.
How long is the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
The Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon take place?
The Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon takes place in Pacific Beach, San Diego, California, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Pacific Beachfest Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
How long is the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
Where does the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
How can I prepare for the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
The Pacific Beachfest 5K is a 3.1-mile run that offers a unique course with a mix of approximately 50% sand and 50% boardwalk. This engaging race allows participants to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Pacific Beachfest as they run along the San Diego coastline.
The Pacific Beachfest 5K Run is 5km long.
The Pacific Beachfest 5K Run takes place in Pacific Beach, San Diego, California, USA.
Runna classifies the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
The Pacific Beachfest 5K is a 3.1-mile run that offers a unique course with a mix of approximately 50% sand and 50% boardwalk. This engaging race allows participants to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Pacific Beachfest as they run along the San Diego coastline.
How long is the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
The Pacific Beachfest 5K Run is 5km long.
Where does the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run take place?
The Pacific Beachfest 5K Run takes place in Pacific Beach, San Diego, California, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
Runna classifies the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Pacific Beachfest 5K Run?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Fun Run
Major City
Coastal
Kid friendly
Virtual
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