The Kook Run
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About the race
The Kook Run is San Diego’s scenic coastal race held in Encinitas along South Coast Highway 101 and West D Street. Runners choose between a 10K, 5K, or a Jr Kook Run for kids (ages 3–12). The out-and-back course features a gradual downhill start, a few uphill sections on the return, and a final stretch through downtown Encinitas with ocean views and nearby surf breaks.
The event also hosts a world-famous Kook costume contest, a post-race finish-line festival with live music, and a beer garden, breakfast tacos, and vendors. Packet pickup is at the Ecke YMCA, with a kids’ race on Saturday. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.