The Heineken 0.0 sponsored Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series San Diego is set to make its return. Race weekend will kick off with a new 5K course through Balboa Park on Saturday, October 23, followed by the half marathon and marathon on Sunday, October 24.
Leading runners through San Diego’s neighbourhoods, the Sunday races take off from the start line at Balboa Park and travels through Hillcrest, North Park and Normal Heights before the marathon breaks from the half marathon just past mile 8. The marathon route also runs through Mission Hills and Old Town before both distances finish downtown.
This year’s finisher medals are inspired by the neighbourhoods on the course, featuring the signs and landmarks that will welcome runners to each community. The marathon medal design is based on Hillcrest, while the half marathon medal represents North Park, and the 5K medal design has the California Tower and Dome.
“San Diego earned its title as ‘America’s Finest City’ by curating an iconic collection of neighbourhoods and communities, each with their own personalities,” said Race Director, Meryl Leventon. “We can’t wait to welcome runners back to enjoy the ultimate foot tour of San Diego and introduce a new 5K course through Balboa Park.”
Live bands, cheer teams and supportive aid stations will line the marathon and half marathon courses, encouraging runners to the finish line. New entertainment for the 2021 race includes local Drag Queens as well as Anchorman and Top Gun impersonators.
Race finishers, along with friends and family, will celebrate at the Finish Line Festival at Waterfront Park with local music and entertainment.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series has developed a series of Safe Return to Running operating principles prepared in accordance with industry standards for open air participation sporting events including standards from World Health Organization (WHO) and guidance from the IRONMAN Group Global Medical Advisory Board.
With attention to density reduction, touchpoint minimization, enhanced hygiene, screening and education, as well as self-awareness, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series will aim to deliver a participant experience with necessary adjustments so that the runners can… ‘race safely, race smart, and race their best.’
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