25th Annual Run for Hope Thanksgiving Day 5K 2026 — San Diego, CA
Registration for the 25th Annual Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K runs $45 to $60. The race takes place on November 26, 2026, in San Diego's Balboa Park at 1549 El Prado, with an early 7:15 AM start. The 5K course launches from this central location in one of San Diego's most accessible parks. If you can't race in person, a virtual participation option lets you complete the 5K on your own schedule. All proceeds support Father Joe's Villages, a local nonprofit serving those experiencing homelessness and poverty in San Diego County.
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to San Diego, CA. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is 25th Annual Run for Hope Thanksgiving Day 5K 2026 — San Diego, CA?
25th Annual Run for Hope Thanksgiving Day 5K 2026 — San Diego, CA takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in San Diego, California.
Where is 25th Annual Run for Hope Thanksgiving Day 5K 2026 — San Diego, CA held?
25th Annual Run for Hope Thanksgiving Day 5K 2026 — San Diego, CA is held at Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado in San Diego, California.
Where can I find hotels near 25th Annual Run for Hope Thanksgiving Day 5K 2026 — San Diego, CA?
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