11 running, cycling, and ultra events in Escondido, California
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Escondido
11 events in Escondido-
Sat, Feb 14, 2026
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Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
Kit Carson Park in Escondido is a 285-acre urban park with a great mix of open fields, winding paths, shaded areas, and water features—an ideal setting for orienteering. The varied terrain creates fun navigation challenges while still being approachable for first-timers. Whether you’re brand new to orienteering or a seasoned navigator, this event offers something for everyone. Beginners will find welcoming courses and helpful guidance, while experienced orienteers can enjoy longer, more technical route choices.
Come explore one of North County San Diego’s favorite parks, sharpen your navigation skills, and enjoy a day outdoors with the San Diego Orienteering community!
Event Team:
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Event Director: Sergri Vinnichenko
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Course Setter: Elena Vinnichenko
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Visit the Volunteer page to learn how to help with the event.
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See "Volunteer" at the top right of the page. 🔝
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Volunteers get up to a $20 credit for a race to cover their registration fee.
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Volunteer roles explained in detail
Format: Traditional
Map: scale 1:7500 | 2m contours
Courses: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced
Starts: 10am to 11am
Time Limit: Two and half hours. All competitors must return to HQ and download by 1:30pm so we know you are safe. If you don't check in before leaving, volunteers will search the course to ensure you are not lost. Please check in before you leave.
Scoring: Electronic punching will be offered. All participants must bring, rent, or purchase one. Controls will be AIR+ enabled.
E-Punches: Rental electronic punches will be available for $5. Alternatively, you can purchase your own e-punch at our gear store for delivery to the event (use "000000" when registering).
Clinics: An introductory clinic will be offered at 9:45 am. An experienced orienteerer will teach you the basics.
Registration: All participants must pre-register. All standard SDO registration policies apply.
Fees:
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$20 for adults, $10 for juniors (under 21)
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$5 early bird discount through midnight, Saturday, Jan 31st.
Closes: Registration will close at 10 am on Friday, Feb 20th, or when we reach our limit
Entry Limit: This event is limited to 100 participants. See the "Find a Participant" tab to see the registration list.
HQ Location: 33°04'27.3"N 117°03'45.9"W - "Tree Lake Picnic area #2"
Parking: There is ample parking at the park.
San Diego Orienteering: Home page | Events
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Thu, Apr 30, 2026 at 4:00 PMSee full details
The Summer Series is where it all started and to this day continues to be the staple of the Quick n’ Dirty vibe. You can expect a fun, fast, and challenging series of races that keeps you tuned up, doesn’t break your wallet, and in most cases, gets you home in time for dinner. However, we will have food vendors on site if you want to kick back, relax, and grab a bite to eat at the race.
WHEN:
2026 Summer Series Dates
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RACE #1: April 30, 2026
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RACE #2: May 7, 2026
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RACE #3: May 14, 2026
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RACE #4: May 21, 2026
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RACE #5: June 4, 2026
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RACE #6: June 11, 2026
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RACE #7: June 18, 2026
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RACE #8: June 25, 2026
Race Day Schedule:
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Registration opens at 4:00pm
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Kids race starts at 5:00pm
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Race starts at 6:00pm
WHERE:
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Lake Hodges Boat Ramp: 20175 Lake Drive, Escondido, CA GOOGLE MAPS
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This address takes you to the gate of the parking lot. Proceed through the gate and follow the road to the boat ramp parking lot
SERIES INFORMATION:
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The series will consist of 8 races
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There will be two throw outs. Meaning you must race 6 of the 8 races in order to be qualify for the Series Overall awards. With that, only your top 6 races will be counted.
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You must stay in the same class in order to qualify for overall awards. Points do not transfer between classes
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Champions will be awarded in each class at the end of the series
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There will be podium presentations after each race to award individual race winners
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You will keep the same number plate for the entire series. Replacement plates will be $5.00
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Sat, May 09, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Register for California's Premier Annual Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is coming to STONE BREWING World Bistro & Gardens for the Best Bike Ride & Beer Event in the business! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful area of Escondido California, followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers Escondido is the area's premier cycling event departing from STONE BREWING World Bistro & Gardens and traveling through the beautiful area of Escondido. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instructions, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at STONE BREWING World Bistro & Gardens for a beer festival atmosphere of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more!
This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!
WHAT IS BIKES & BEERS:
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Pick your ride distance and create a team of friends & family (optional)
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Mark your calendar for a fun day of cycling and craft beer!
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Pre Ride:
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Check in a half hour before your start time
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We'll provide parking & further ride info in email instructions
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Enjoy free coffee & fresh pastries
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Local bike shops offering last-minute safety checks & air in tires!
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Ride your distance with ride leaders
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Fully marked routes & GPS turn-by-turn instructions
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Mechanical support vehicle
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Rest stops with snacks & refreshments
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It's time to enjoy (2) complimentary beers on us!
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Official co-branded Bikes & Beers Pint Glass for every rider
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Bikes & Beers high-quality neoprene koozies
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Enjoy the food trucks, live music, games
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Check out our Bikes & Beers merch tent & snack stand
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Live raffle with $3,000+ in prizes!
- Join & Post your photos on our Facebook Page
- Keep in touch with your newly made cycling friends!
*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!
WHAT YOU'LL GET:
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Official Bikes & Beers X STONE BREWING 2026 Pint Glass
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(2) Stone Brewing Beers are ON US!
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High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozies
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Raffle Ticket with a Chance to WIN PRIZES!
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Collectible Bike Plate - Event Photos!
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Unique Pretzels & Athletic Non-Alcoholic Beer
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Entry into the Post-Ride Party with LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE, GAMES, FOOD TRUCKS & MORE!
FEATURES OF OUR 2026 EVENTS:
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PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS - At least (3) photographers will be snapping pics of your Bikes & Beers experience during pre-ride, during the ride, and post-ride! We have amazing photo ops!
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NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER OPTIONS - Still want to ride with us but don't want the alcohol? We now have Athletic Brewing sponsoring all our events! Looks for the blue tent and cooler full of flavorful non-alcoholic brews!
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COLLECTABLE BIKE PLATES - At check-in, you'll receive a collectible event wristband and bike plate designed just for this event! They look awesome!
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SPONSOR SNACKS & GIVEAWAYS - Morning coffee, fresh pastries, post-ride pretzel necklaces, recovery protein & much more!
IT'S A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING AND CRAFT BEER!
Riders will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a brand-new bike and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!
Benefitting local cycling charities to help improve the cycling conditions in your area. Have fun, and give back!
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Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Join the GIRO in this exciting day filled with cycling!
!!!!!!!ALL ROAD RIDES START TOGETHER - START AT 7:15 AM!!!!!!
This creates a TOTALLY AWESOME mass start event
June DATE TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE COOLER JUNE WEATHER AND ON SATURDAY TO AVOID DESERT TRAFFIC ON THE ROADS
JUNE . 2026
GIRO DI SAN DIEGO
Start and Finish Located in Escondido's Ryan Park
Something for Everyone
4 Great Road Routes to choose from
GranFondo – Mesa Grande (95mi)
GranFondo – Palomar (59mi)
MedioFondo (30 mi)
PiccoloFondo (20 mi)
THE GIRO IS KNOWN FOR HAVING CHALLENGING AND PICTURESQUE ROUTES, OUTSTANDING RIDE SUPPORT, DELICIOUS FOOD ON COURSE AND PHENOMENAL POST-RIDE PARTY!
Men's and Women's Cycling Kits and T-Shirts!
Add Event Jersey, Shorts and T- Shirt (you can add them to your order at check out on Active.com) There will be very limited availability on event weekend, so you should plan to add any merchandise you want to your registration
Giro di San Diego Road Events: Experience the passion and thrill of an Italian crafted GranFondo cycling event in Southern California. Born in Italy, these events have captured the heart and soul of what it means to ride. The best routes, best rest stops and ultimate gourmet meals are what it’s all about. These rides are for all levels of Recreational Riders!
After the race enjoy the band, brew, expo and amazing post ride Italian lunch ALL INCLUDED with your ride!
What's Included in Giro di San Diego Ride:
• CHP on-route
• Chip timing on-road routes
• Timed climb of Palomar Mountain
• Finisher's Medal for all Routes
• KOM/QOM prizes for winners of all posted age categories
• Fantastic Rest Stops with Tons of Food!
• Included Lunch at the Finish Party
• SAG & mechanical support
• Beer Garden and Live Band!
• Bike parking valet post ride.
• Custom Jersey and T-Shirts Available
(Men's and Women's Styles)
RIDE FOR FREE if you are a Fundraiser for LSF
Giro di San Diego Benefits Life Sports Foundation.
We Proudly Support Local and VERY Worthy Charity Organizations!
If you are up for the Challenge of Fundraising for LSF, then we will reward your efforts!
All Money Raised goes directly to the Charity; you will be provided tax deductible receipts.
Raise $600 1 Free Ride in Giro di San Diego
- 1 Giro Jersey
Raise $1000+
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1 Free Ride in Giro di San Diego
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1 Giro Jersey
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1 T-shirt
Raise $2000 +
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2 Free Giro Rides
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2 Jerseys
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2 T-shirts
This ride is very proud to support
Lifesports Foundation
When you reach your fundraising goal we will refund your registration fee
As a participant of the Giro di San Diego and 30 Day Cycling Challenge, you are encouraged to fundraise for Life Sports Foundation. Because ALL LIVES can be made better through sports. Please - Sign up as a fundraiser or donate. If you donate or raise $600 or more, you get Your Ride and Jersey for Free, and you are helping Challenged Athletes and Providing Foster Children with access to sports. You can Change Lives, Give Hope, Empower, and Giving Back. Thank you for your Donations and Fundraising! Life Sports Foundation has the highest rating of Platinum on Guide Star. See more: www.lifesportsfoundation.com
You will receive an email with a link to your customizable Fundraising page. You can also access your fundraising tools by logging on to your Active Account. We provide you with all the tools you need.
Cancellation Policy: No refunds. Transfers to another perseon ARE permitted by emailing us up to 2 weeks before the events (Transfer Fee - $20). Also, If you can't make it or cant ride, We will allow you to transfer to another event if you Volunteer for KOZ Events. please email [email protected]
Event details and schedule
!!!VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!!! - please see the website schedule for updated details.
See Website for schedule of Events:
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Sat, Sep 05, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Presented by:
Coolest Event. Great Causes.
Come join us for the 16th year of the Grape Day 5k.
Your registration and fundraising dollars go to support the MS Society and the Escondido Sunrise Rotary.
For more information on The Escondido Sunrise Rotary Club projects and the organizations we support, please visit www.escondidosunriserotary.org.
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Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Who doesn't love donuts?!
San Diego's most delicious 5K is BACK and better than ever!!
The Donut Dash 5K includes a donut themed finisher's medal, free donut bar and Festival at the finish line (over 1,000 donuts).
If you think you got what it takes...then our famous "Donut Mile" is calling your name! 1 mile, 4 donuts, no puking! (think beer mile but with donuts). Finish first and take home the Donut Championship Belt!
This is a family fun event so come on out and see what the best donut shops and bakeries have to offer as they offer up FREE donuts to all in attendance! This is one event you "donut" want to miss.
The DONUT MILE is limited to 100 participants. Each participant must eat 4 donuts during this event.(1 donut / Quarter mile lap)
Donut Dash event shirts are optional and sold as an extra fee
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Sat, Dec 12, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Join us in beautiful Daley Ranch (Escondido) for the 6th Annual Dixon Lake 10/10 Trail Race. The race will start in El Caballo Park and take runners to the top of Stanley Peak and the surrounding area allowing runners a beautiful 360 degree view from the top (10 mile only)
Elevation gains will be 900 to 1300' based on course distance.
Experiencing the trails out at Daley Ranch, will make you want to come back again and again to these amazing trails and picturesque views.
This race will see a max of 250 runners.
*This race is an ERS Championship Qualifier for the Half Marathon
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Sat, Dec 19, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Join us as we celebrate three amazing years of timeless holiday cheer, iconic characters, and heartwarming tradition on Saturday, December 19th at Kit Carson Park right in the heart of Escondido, near San Diego. The Snoopy Kids Dash kicks off the event at 7:30am followed by the 5K at 8am and the 10K at 8:35am on Saturday, December 20th.
ALL participants will receive a festive top-notch, Officially Licensed Peanuts® finisher medal, participant bib, and performance blend t-shirt. There will also be an appearance by Santa and Post-Race Refreshments! So, come out and show everyone your best holiday attire and spirit!
Don't wait long to join the fun! This event will be very limited to the first 2,500 participants and an early sell-out is expected as we have sold out 2 straight years! This event is a part of the ongoing ‘Peanuts® Event Series’, with over 125,000 participants that have participated in the series across all 50 U.S. States!⏰
© 2026 Peanuts Worldwide LLC @snoopy #snoopy
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Sat, Jan 09, 2027 at 6:00 AMSee full details
SAN DIEGO 50M | TRAIL MARATHON | RELAY | HALF MARATHON | SUMMIT CHASE 10M | VALLEY 5M | STROLLER 5K | KID'S 1 MILE
The San Diego 50M is a great introduction into ultra marathons or your first 50M distance, ideal for all running levels.
The San Diego Trail Marathon is a staple in the trail marathon events. Enjoy a fast trail while getting to summit its high point of Raptor Ridge.
San Diego Trail Marathon Relay is a new format to our classic Trail Marathon. Run 13.1 before passing off to your team mate to run the last 13.1 miles finishing at our Official Finish Line. * Note there will not be a shuttle. Easy Pick Up Drop Offs available at the Piedras Parking Trail Head Parking Lot.
The San Diego Trail Heavy Half Marathon is a beautiful courses for exploring new trails and accomplishing race goals as it gives you just that little more than a half marathon.
NEW Summit Chase 10M conquer and claim the CROWN on the fast out and back course up to the top of Raptor Ridge. The fastest time out and back claims the crown.
NEW Valley 5M our flat 5 plus mile event gives you a introduction distance and amazing valley views.
NEW Stroller Trail 5k our flat 5k (3.1 Mile) event gives you a super flat course to get out with your little ones and enjoy the day.
The Elevated Youth 1 Mile is open to children 10 and younger. This is a non-timed run. All kids receive a finisher’s shirt/medal
Whether you sprint, run, walk, jog, or hike this event you do not want to miss.
We are a CUPLESS race series. Please make sure to bring some form of hydration vessel to carry hydration for your event. There will not be cups provided at aid stations.
Local Clubs & Organizations
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Hilda founded Chismosas Run Club in July 2024 with a single premise: transform the ancient practice of "chisme" into community on foot. In Escondido's North County, chisme means sharing information, fostering close bonds, and taking care of each other, not idle gossip. About 25 women now gather Thursday mornings at 6:15am at the Kit Carson Park snake sculpture, running easy 5Ks through rolling terrain before anchoring the ritual with complimentary coffee and conversation that often outlasts the miles. Monthly trail adventures at Bandy Canyon range from 10K efforts to 10-mile explorations, accommodating all paces with electrolytes and that same post-run coffee circle. No pace requirements, no fees, no thresholds. Founder Hilda, a geriatric millennial who fell hard for trail running, runs these sessions with inclusive spirit. The crew's philosophy balances reverence for community wisdom with an invitation to simply show up.
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The concrete snake at Kit Carson Park's playground doesn't look like much. But every Wednesday at 6 PM, it becomes sacred ground for Nobody Cares Run Club. The crew started in August 2020 when Chris Apodaca and Jonny Soto, stuck at home during lockdown, posted their daily runs as a friendly competition. The name came from brutal honesty: nobody really cares if you post your runs. Instead of letting that deflate them, they leaned in. The Instagram posts kept coming, but motivation shifted from external validation to internal drive. What began as a joke between two friends slowly attracted others tired of performative fitness culture. Now 50 members of all speeds and experience gather regularly at the snake, celebrating effort over outcome and authentic connection over splits. They run for themselves first, which somehow makes the community stronger.
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USA Swimming Club. 73 members.
[email protected] +1 760-390-4173