Chollas Lake Park

START LOCATION: One Park Blvd, San Diego – between the Hilton Bayfront and Convention Center

FINISH LOCATION: Tidelands Park, Coronado

START TIME: 8:00am starting with timed runners then walkers in multiple corral starts. All participants will start before 8:45am.

COURSES: Scenic 4 mile point to point course takes you through downtown, over the Coronado Bridge, down to Tidelands Park. Our 10K course runs the same route then continus through a flat and fast section through Coronado Island.

YOUR ENTRY INCLUDES: High quality commemorative t-shirt and fantastic finisher medal!

RACE NUMBERS: Mailed to you if registered by May 8th, free of charge!

PACKET PICKUP: Saturday, May 16th 9:30am-2:30pm at RoadRunner Sports 5553 Copley Dr, San Diego. Pickup your bib and t-shirt (and merchandise if purchased).

RACE MORNING PICKUP: At the start line area beginning at 6:30am.

FREE TRANSPORTATION BACK TO START LINE FROM FINISH: Participants can select a shuttle bus or ferry after the event, free of charge!

The Most Patriotic Race on The West Coast!

We’re thrilled to celebrate the 53rd year of the Crown City Classic 12K & 5K Run along the stunning Coronado Bay! Kick off your 4th of July festivities with a 12K (7.4 miles) or 5K (3.1 miles) run, and don’t forget that in 2026 our Crown City Kids Half Mile—open to racers 12 and under—will return to inspire the next generation of runners! Both courses start and finish in Tidelands Park, treating participants to picturesque views of the Coronado Bridge as they make their way along Glorietta Boulevard.

The Perks of Participating:

• Kick-start your 4th of July weekend!

• Exclusive 2026 Event Tee

• Commemorative Finisher Medal

• Live Finisher Results

• Access to Crown City Classic Expo

• Overall and Age Group Awards

Seaport Village 5k -SDGirls Run Fundraiser

Join SDGirls Run for the Seaport Village 5K, a scenic waterfront race in the heart of downtown San Diego! This community-powered 5K welcomes runners and walkers of all paces and ages to come together for movement, connection, and a great cause.

Participants will enjoy a beautiful route through Seaport Village with views of the bay, live energy, and a supportive atmosphere. All registered participants will receive a race bib, custom event shirt, finisher medal, and chip timing. Proceeds from this event support SDGirls Run’s mission to create inclusive, empowering spaces for women to move their bodies, build confidence, and connect with community.

Whether you’re racing for a PR or just here for the vibes, we can’t wait to run with you!

🌴 Lace up, Parrotheads! 🌴

Get ready to run straight into paradise at the Margaritaville Run San Diego Gaslamp, where tropical vibes meet city streets and every mile feels like a mini vacation. 🏃‍♀️🍹 Whether you’re here for the run, the party, or the post-race margaritas, this is your chance to turn race day into a full-on racecation.

Run through the heart of downtown San Diego, soak up the Gaslamp energy, and leave your worries back at the starting line. From start to finish, it’s all about good vibes, good company, and a well-earned celebration at the finish.

Sign up today and join the party! 🎉

The miles are easy when you're in the Margaritaville state of mind!

Set in the iconic Gaslamp Quarter, this run brings island vibes to one of San Diego’s most electric neighborhoods. Known for its historic streets, lively nightlife, and walkable downtown energy, the Gaslamp offers the perfect backdrop for a fun-forward run that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

With sunny skies, coastal air, and palm trees never far from view, San Diego is the ultimate place to escape the everyday.

The Perks of Participating

Run, walk or stroll in the Margaritaville State of Mind

Official Margaritaville Run Participant Tech Tee

Margaritaville Run Finisher Medal

Transfer Policy

Participants may transfer from one race distance to another at any time, provided the desired event is not sold out.

All transfers are subject to a $15 transfer fee (plus a small processing fee), regardless of whether you are upgrading or downgrading.

Upgrading to a longer or higher-priced distance: You will be responsible for the $15 transfer fee plus the difference between what you originally paid and the current registration price.

Downgrading to a shorter or lower-priced distance: The $15 transfer fee still applies, but no refunds will be issued for the price difference.

For assistance or additional questions, please email us at info@margaritavillerun.com.

Charity

Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit in Central Florida that provides critically ill children and their families with magical weeklong wish vacations at no cost. Since 1986, the Village has welcomed more than 174,000 families from all 50 states and 76 countries. For more information, visit www.gktw.org.

For more information about the run visit www.MargaritavilleRun.com