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SeaWorld Fins & Flippers 5K and Kids Run

Date:
Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Location:
500 Sea World Drive
San Diego, California
92109
United States
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Links:
seaworld.com Register at raceroster.com
Tags:
5k Fun Run Kids Run

Calling all runners! Attention all SeaWorld enthusiasts! Where land meets the sea with our annual Fins & Flippers 5K on April 19th.

Calling all runners and SeaWorld fans! Land meets sea once again at the 2nd Annual Fins & Flippers 5K, with a shark-inspired twist as we celebrate the upcoming debut of the all-new Shark Encounter, opening this spring.

Whether you’re running or strolling along the course, this exciting 3.1-mile route will guide you through the scenic grounds of SeaWorld San Diego, passing by your favorite animals and exhibits. Throughout the course will be beautiful views of Mission Bay, ocean-inspired surprises, photo ops with aquatic themes, and lively, sea-inspired characters!

In addition to the 5K Run, we're excited to offer the Kids Fun Run – the perfect opportunity for little ones to join in on the oceanic adventure. Every participant will receive an official race shirt, a race bib with a timing chip, a unique finisher medal, and a chance to qualify for special sea-worthy awards.

Costumes are encouraged —so get creative and dress up in your best fins, flippers, or SeaWorld-inspired oceanic attire for a day filled with fun, waves of excitement, and memories to last a lifetime. (Please note: masks are not permitted for this event.)

Join us for a truly unforgettable experience and let the ocean breeze guide you to the finish line!

Prizes

  • Top three (3) male and female finishers in each age division will receive two (2) single day tickets to SeaWorld San Diego.

Day of Schedule:

5:30 AM - Packet Pick Up Opens

7:00 AM - 5K RACE START

8:30 AM - Kids Fun Run START

Fins & Flippers 5K

3.1 Mile Course through SeaWorld Official

Race Shirt and Finisher Medal Live Results with Prizes

Kids 1K Fun Run Course

Ages 12 and under1K Course through SeaWorld Official

Race Shirt and Finisher Medal Race Bib

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