Grateful Run 5K/10K 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Entry fee
- From $19.81 · goes up to $45 on Oct 1, 2026
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grateful Run 10K | 10K | Nov 22, 20267:30 AM | $39.34$45 after Oct 1, 2026 | 100 |
| Grateful Run 5K | 5K | Nov 22, 20268:00 AM | $35.62$40 after Oct 1, 2026 | 100 |
| Kids 1-Mile Grateful Run | Kids | Nov 22, 20269:00 AM | $19.81 | 100 |
| Grateful Run 10K Virtual RunVirtual | 10K | Nov 22, 20267:30 AM | $53.77 | – |
| Grateful Run 5k Virtual RunVirtual | 5K | Nov 22, 20267:30 AM | $53.77 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $45 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Grateful Run 10K: $39.34 until Oct 1, then $45 until Nov 22.
- Grateful Run 5K: $35.62 until Oct 1, then $40 until Nov 22.
- Kids 1-Mile Grateful Run: $19.81 until Nov 22.
Online registration closes Nov 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $39.34, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in California ($42.99).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in San Diego runs 1:03:34, about 10:14 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:07:38 and men in 58:05.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:25 AM, and the Grateful Run 10K starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3000 N Mission Bay, San Diego, CA 92109
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 22 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 10% of days. Cold snaps dip to 46°F and hot years reach 76°F.
Based on 80 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 3000 N Mission Bay, San Diego, CA 92109Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 22, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Grateful Run 5K/10K?
- Sunday, November 22, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $19.81 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $39.34, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in California ($42.99).
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 3000 N Mission Bay, San Diego, CA 92109.
From the organizers
Grateful Run 5K & 10K
Walk. Run. Show up. Together, let's log grateful miles.
Celebrate the Thanksgiving season one mile at a time at the Grateful Run 5K & 10K. Whether you run, walk, or simply show up, this event is a reminder to slow down, appreciate the journey, and share meaningful moments with the people around you.
Bring your family and friends and be part of a welcoming community where every step is a celebration of gratitude.
Cross the finish line and receive an exclusive Grateful Run Finisher Medal and Grateful Bracelet to remember the day.
Bracelet provided by Instagram: @_harmonybracelets
Registration Includes
🍂 5K or 10K Race Entry
🏅 Exclusive Grateful Run Finisher Medal
🧡 Exclusive Grateful Bracelet