The Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K and 5K returns to Coronado on Sunday, Nov. 8. The flat coastal course runs between the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay.
The half marathon, 10 miler and 12K start at Sunset Park in Coronado, according to race organizer KOZ Events. Those longer routes follow the Silver Strand corridor south to Silver Strand State Beach. The 5K starts and finishes at the state beach. All four distances end at the same spot.
Four distances, one finish line
Runners and walkers can choose a half marathon (13.1 miles), a 10 miler, a 12K (about 7.45 miles) or a 5K (about 3.1 miles). The event also welcomes adaptive athletes, including duo teams.
Live music, drummers and DJs line the course. A live band and a beer garden keep the celebration going at the finish on the beach.
What's included
Every entry comes with a choice of a Hawaiian button-up shirt or Hawaiian running dress, a custom finisher medal, chip timing and finish-line treats. Free return shuttle buses connect runners in the longer distances with Coronado parking and start-area locations. Shuttle and parking details are listed on the race website.
Military and first-responder discounts
The race offers discounted registration for eligible military personnel, veterans and first responders. ID requirements are listed on the event website.
Community causes
The event benefits Life Sports Foundation, which helps people facing physical, medical or situational barriers participate in sports. Other supported causes include Team Hoyt, Stop Soldier Suicide and Islander Sports Foundation. Participants who raise or donate $600 or more can run for free through the race registration page.
Races begin at 7 a.m. Registration is open at RunSignup, and course maps, parking and shuttle details are available at silverstrandhalf.com.
