How to get into the San Diego Marathon 2027.

Ways in

There are 3 ways into the San Diego Marathon, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

1. 01

   First come, first served

   Entry opens on a set date and closes when the field is full.

   At this race: Enter while places last.

2. 02

   Charity place

   Take a place from a partner charity and commit to raising a minimum amount for it. Charities usually ask you to apply and choose their runners.

   At this race: Run for FREE with St. Jude as a St. Jude Hero: free race entry by committing to a fundraising level from $500 (Bronze) to $5,000 (Platinum); select the St. Jude Hero option for your distance.

3. 03

   Other

   Another route the organizer offers.

   At this race: Race as an Elite runner by applying through the Elite Athlete Program.

   Organizer's details

Charity places and tours

Both are guaranteed places. A charity place asks you to raise a minimum amount; a tour package bundles entry with travel and a hotel.

FAQ

What are the ways into the San Diego Marathon?

There are 3 ways in. First come, first served: Enter while places last. Charity place: Run for FREE with St. Jude as a St. Jude Hero: free race entry by committing to a fundraising level from $500 (Bronze) to $5,000 (Platinum); select the St. Jude Hero option for your distance. Other: Race as an Elite runner by applying through the Elite Athlete Program.

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