San Diego Holiday Half Marathon

The San Diego Holiday Half Marathon & 5K is a fast, winter-running event in San Diego. The 13th annual Half starts on 14455 Penasquitos Dr., in front of Hotel Karlan, and finishes at Torrey Pines State Beach. The course runs southwest along Carmel Mountain Rd (with the only real hill at around mile 1.5) and then along the 56 bike path, delivering a 711-foot net elevation drop that helps make it a potential personal-best race.

A 5K is also offered. Described as a popular, sell-out winter race, it offers a holiday-season PR opportunity for runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.