2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego
Run the coast on a flat, fast course between the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay.
Race Date
Nov 8, 2026
Location
Coronado, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Location
- Coronado, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles, 10 Miles, 12K, 5K, Virtual Run
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 37,388
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon offers a unique coastal running experience on Coronado Island. Runners traverse the iconic Silver Strand Highway, with the Pacific Ocean on one side and San Diego Bay on the other, on a course described as flat and fast.
This race, first run in 2002 and now in its 21st year, typically attracts around 1,200 finishers, with participants coming from about 37 states. The atmosphere is enhanced by live music and DJs along the course, culminating in a festive beach party finish complete with a band and beer garden.
Runners can expect memorable swag, including a Hawaiian shirt or dress and a surfboard bottle opener medal, adding to the fun, functional, and unforgettable nature of the event. The event also features other distances, including a 10 Miler, 12K, and 5K.
Race-provided description
2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K Sunday November 8th, 2026 Coronado Island - The Crown Jewel of San Diego 🌺 The Most Fun Race in San Diego Starts Here Run the coast. Party on the beach. Take home swag you’ll actually love. 🏄 Surfboard Bottle Opener Medal 🌺 Hawaiian Button-Up Shirt or Runner Dress 🎧 Music on course + Beach Party Finish ✔️ Flat Fast Course ✔️ Closed Roads ✔️ Free Shuttles 🎁 What You Get (This Is Why People Sign Up) This isn’t your average race swag — this is fun, functional, and unforgettable. 🌺 Choose Your Style Hawaiian Button-Up Shirt or Runner Dress Sizes for men, women, and kids 👉 Perfect for matching outfits and family photos 🏄 Surfboard Finisher Medal Bottle Opener Includes removable keychain lanyard 👉 A medal you’ll actually use 💧 Silver Strand Water Bottle Sticker (all participants) 🏅 Exclusive 13.1 Sticker (Half Marathon only) 🎶 Live music + DJs on course 🏖️ Beach party finish with live band & beer garden 🌊 Run Between the Ocean and the Bay A completely closed, flat, fast course along the iconic Silver Strand Highway. Pacific Ocean on one side San Diego Bay on the other No traffic. No stress. Just incredible coastal running. 🎧 A Race That Feels Alive 🥁 Taku Drummers 🎧 DJs along the course 🎶 Live music zones You won’t just run this race — you’ll feel it every mile. 🏖️ Finish Line = Beach Party Cross the finish line and step straight into: 🍺 Beachfront Beer Garden 🎸 Live Band 🌴 Sand, ocean, and celebration Most races end. This one turns into a party. 🏃♂️ Choose Your Distance ⭐ Half Marathon (Most Popular) Earn the exclusive 13.1 sticker + full beach party experience 10 Miler Perfect balance of challenge and fun with full swag 12K (7.5 miles) Great for newer runners who still want the full experience 5K Fun, fast, and perfect for families — same epic finish line 🚍 Easy Race Day — We’ve Got You Covered ✔️ Free parking options ✔️ Free shuttle buses back to the start ✔️ Smooth point-to-point logistics No stress. Just show up and run. Run With Purpose Your participation supports: Life Sports Foundation Team Hoyt Islander Sports Foundation ⚡ Don’t Wait — This Race Sells Out Unique swag = limited inventory Beach finish = one day only 👉 Lock in your spot before prices increase
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Men's Hawaiian Shirt or Women's Hawaiian Dress
Start Location
5000 CA-75, Coronado, CA, 92118
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
36.4%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
CA22005RG · Silver Strand Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change.
Course Map
2 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Standout7921 years running
~1,008 finishers a year
growing or steady
10% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 37 states
winner 0:20:23
typical high 71°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
52°
Afternoon (High)
71°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 37,388 finishers actually crossed the line across 21 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
37,388
Median time
2:10:20
Latest turnout
1,206
States
51
Turnout by year
2016–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego?
The 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego is held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego take place?
It takes place in Coronado, California.
What distances does the 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles, 10 Miles, 12K, 5K, Virtual Run.
Is the 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego?
HalfRuns has finish records for 37,388 runners who have completed the 2026 Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego.
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