The Best Races - Mission Beach
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Cinco De Mayo Run - Event details
The event takes place on May 2, 2026, at Mission Point Park, Bayside Lane, San Diego, CA. Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 10K
- 13.1 (Half-Marathon)
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
The race is organized as a smaller, private group run with capped waves. Waves are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. A virtual option is available that can be completed any time and place using a tracking device; virtual participants can submit results to receive a medal. Participants under 18 must be with a guardian.
Entry, timing and race items
Timing is optional. Participants may record time with a running app and submit results for online posting, or ask coordinators to help track time. No timing chips are used. Race bibs are provided on race day.
Registered participants receive mailed items (US addresses only). Standard race items include a running T-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. Technical running shirts are available as an optional upgrade for an additional $5. Shirts are mailed the week of the race; late registrants may receive shirts after the event. The event notes a charity initiative where each mile logged after the race results in a $1 donation to partner charities; fundraising is optional.
Prices listed for in-person registration range from about $41.58 to $50.14 depending on distance. Sponsors include Gatorade and other partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.