25th Annual Run for Hope Thanksgiving Day 5K
Thursday, November 26, 2026, first start 7:15 AM, in San Diego (Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado). Distances: 5K. Entry from $51 to $56; the 5K goes from $56 to $61 after November 16.
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 7:15 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
- Area
- San Diego (city), San Diego
- Distances
- 5K
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $51 to $56 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Monday, November 16, 2026: 5K $56 → $61
- Registration
- Open. Opened August 7, online signup closes Thursday, November 26, 2026
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by November 16 to pay $56 instead of $61.
Course and race notes
Celebrate Thanksgiving with thousands of runners, walkers, trotters, and strollers in beautiful Balboa Park on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.