Course
Route
1 Mile5K
San Diego MLK 5K Walk / Fun Run 2027
- Date
- Sunday, January 17, 2027
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Entry fee
- From $40
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt and a finisher medal
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Cruiser Walk / Run | 1 Mile | Jan 17, 20279:00 AM | $40 | – |
| San Diego MLK 5K Walk / Fun Run | 5K | Jan 17, 20279:00 AM | $40 | – |
| "School Youth Free" - MLK 5K Walk / Fun Run | 5K | Jan 17, 20279:00 AM | $40 | – |
| Virtual: San Diego MLK 5K Walk / Fun RunVirtual | 5K | Jan 17, 20279:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Jan 17.
Online registration closes Jan 17, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in San Diego runs 36:54, about 11:53 a mile, based on 16 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:50 and men in 34:11.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:50 AM, and the 1 Mile Cruiser Walk / Run starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 0 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
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 January 17 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 64°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 72°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of San Diego MLK 5K Walk / Fun Run cover on their registration page, in brief.
Race details
- Where
- 1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 0 feet
- Results posted by the race
- Race Results
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt, Medal, Runners Bib
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Jan 17, 2027), 2026 (Jan 18, 2026), 2025 (Jan 19, 2025), 2024 (Jan 14, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is San Diego MLK 5K Walk / Fun Run?
- Sunday, January 17, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jan 17, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt and a finisher medal, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- 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?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101.
From the organizers
RESULTS: Timed Race Results
Walk, jog or run! Join us on Harbor Dr. to celebrate MLK weekend in a healthy fashion with a scenic Embarcadero experience! This 5K Walk / Fun Run celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his dream to improve the equal participation of all in healthcare, education and workforce development. We're inspired to help move our community toward a more healthy way of living. What better way to do that than with the objective of completing a 5k. Bring your family and friends (human and furry) to the Embarcadero and get moving with us! See you at the starting line!