We love this little 5K !!! This race benefits Wounded Warrior Project, and that's what initially…read moregot our attention. There are few causes out there more worthy than WWP, and to run with these magnificent athletes truly is something special. This run/walk is officially timed but there are no chips - it's old school. The route is a flat and easy one that goes right along the water in Mission Bay. On today's run, which was the 5th annual, the weather was a bit windy and chilly along the water, but that's beyond anyone's control. The race benefits in that there are three other races in San Diego this Saturday, including the insanely popular Neon Run. So, the field today had about 300 runners/walkers and the overall winner ran at about 18:00. Parking is easy and available, and the entry fees are low with specials for military and students. The "Dri-Fit" shirts are pretty sweet, and the food and water, all donated, were abundant and easily accessible. The one area this event could improve is advertising. I looked over this run several times on a listing because I just didn't feel like bothering to look up what SDMPI is. Had the listing been marketed as Wounded Warrior, I would have signed up a long time ago. I wonder how many people did the same thing and just went for the catch Neon Run instead? Rated three stars because this event is indeed "A-OK" and will only grow and become more popular especially among the military.

What a fun and fast event!!!…read more I was asked to form a team to represent Yelp. It was short notice, but I did find 4 of my running homies for Team Red Rockets: Chris, Dave, Son, Mike and myself. I couldn't find another chick who was available to run in her underwear with me! A lot of people dressed up in costume and the weather was perfect for a run. There were cheerleaders at every mile marker. The course was flat, but when rounding the last mile, there was a lot of traffic on the sidewalk. Some patrons were a little upset with the runners taking up the "public sidewalk". Whatevs... Very fast 5k. In fact 3 of us PR'ed the race. I ended up with a 25:50 (8th in my division) which is a 30 second improvement over my last (best) 5K. 2 of the guys even placed in their respective division and received medals. COOL! Lots of goodies were available post-race to include drinks and snacks. There were emotional stories being told and then everyone dispersed. I like how it wasn't crowded and the race was quick paced. I'm glad Danny asked me to be a part of this event. My childhood best friend past away from stage 4 colon cancer last year at the age of 34, and it was only appropriate that I dedicated my race and my PR to her. Note: If you're running for a good time, start in the front. If you get stuck in the back, you'll be with the walkers.

It's a great family friendly event to raise awareness of a good cause. Join in next year!read more

I have been a participant and supporter for several years now. I have a close friend who is a…read morebreast cancer survivor and an auntie and friends who were diagnosed with breast lumps. I love this event!!! You feel empowered when you're surrounded by so much positive energy and emotions. Lots of people dress the "pink" part and it's an unbelievable sight. It saddens me to see how many people have lost lives due to breast cancer, but participating encourages me to do more on my part to help! Lots of vendors attend and it's a great way to become educated and involved. It was awesome that so many businesses and organizations partake in an event that involves 15K people. This year we decided to run the race and we got pretty good timing. The last half mile was strenuous since there was a steep incline and participants were dropping off like flies!!! Such a great feeling after accomplishing a great run and helping a great cause!!!

It was my first time participating in this race and I absolutely loved it. This event gets packed…read moreso if you go next year, go early or take Uber or lyft or the trolley. The cause is awesome. There are a ton of vendors, live music, snacks, testimonies and just an all around great event! A lot of cancer survivors participate and it's neat to see them and see that they made it! I highly recommend this event and l plan on participating every year now!

Awesome 3.1 mile run supporting MY everyday heroes (other than my husband & the military) are my…read morelittle/big ones w Autism! This is near & dear to my heart, given i've worked w my kiddos for two years before getting another job. Overall, running for a good cause to support Autism was a good start to this weekend. It gets PACKED & the turnout is amazing! So arrive earlier than you think. Registration/bib pickup was really easy, just find your number & go towards the tent that has it! The run was through Balboa Park so I enjoyed running past the gardens & the museums. The awards ceremony at the end COULD DEFINITELY be a LOT more organized....I've done a handful of races & they announce 3rd to 1st place in each age group, letting them go up on stage & move on to the next. Microphones/voices were a little hard to hear. Since I placed 2nd, I had to go to another tent to pick up my award? I didn't get that. Maybe change up the way y'all do awards so it's not confusing - because i've never done it like that lol

Under new management. I loved this run today. It was on the beach early morning and fun. The…read morecourse was down and back the down again and it was a decent turn out. The medal was really nice and well worth it! You also get a goody bag and a tank top. Seemed organized and the people running it seemed like they actually wanted to be there. Same company putting the treasure run that I signed up for as well! It is well worth it! Sign up.

(My 3rd Half) Sadly,…read moreSan Diego's Costume Party Run--famed for boasting the "World's Largest Half Marathon Medal"--had its final go-round this year. Look, I haven't been running that long. In fact, this run is only my third Half Marathon this year. (I have another eight on deck.) But after first seeing pictures of 2013's "Classic 45 Record" medal--also shouldering the "World's Largest" bravado--there was no doubt that I would be owning this Half. But it wasn't easy. This course is almost all Friars Rd.--about 10 miles of it--and although the hills aren't that steep, they're rolling. One after another after another after another... And just when I thought I was reaching a reprieve in Qualcomm Stadium's parking lot, more punishment: even the lot had hills! It was neverending! No, it wasn't an easy course (for me, at least.) It's not even scenic, really, but I was thrilled to have run it nonetheless. Because I knew that with every miserably hilly mile, I was one tired step closer to the prize. And this year's just-as-ridiculously-awesome, super-stunning "Gold Record Edition" medal--with a 6" diameter and a sparkling 3D Disco Ball--was worth the punishment! I am proud to having it hanging on my wall. So... The Costume Party Run has ended. But I think we're good: the Run's classy promoter--Superhero Events, LLC--they're not out of it. They've got clout. And I am sure that sometime very soon, some upcoming, action-packed and fun-filled running events will be revealed. My time: 2:41:57.2 Overall: 647/989 :)

Hi, I'm big sexy and I just ran the costume party run with thousands of my friends. Yah there were…read morepotholes on Friar's road and had to circle around the Qualcomm stadium parking lot like lost Ants harvesting for fall but did you see the gargantuan medal nestled between my voluptuous bosom??? It's the size of a cantaloupe!!! But it was great to see tons of people suffer the early July heat with me and share in that special moment of runners swass juice running down your leg. What a feeling! Anyways, I didn't care too much about the course or the heat because that medal, brought the material whore out of me!

I did the Color Run back in 2012 and just noticed on my account that the company who processed…read moretheir race and payments posted an unauthorized charge of $89.95 for a yearly membership 7 and 8 years later! I was charged in 2019 and again for 2020. I just noticed it and tried to call ACTIVE NETWORK but they had heavy call volumes so I reported the unauthorized charges to my bank and BBB.org who are currently investigating it. If you check them out on BBB.org there are NUMEROUS complaints on the same issue. ActiveNetwork.com even has a Q&A on the annual fee. So it must happen pretty often. I logged into the account and looked at my history of charges from them. I attached a photo with this review. I hope races and marathons stop working with this shady company.

Thought I'd better get this review out since I'm doing the LA Color Run tomorrow!…read more I was signed up for the 9:00am wave. We picked up our bibs that morning of the event and the lines moved along smoothly. Reading the other reviews, I'm glad I wasn't in town Friday to make the pick up at the store. They gave out water bottles that morning with different colored lids and sweatbands for your head. With so many people, it took awhile to finally get to the start of the line but that was to be expected. Items were thrown into the waiting crowd. I'm sure these were the same items that were for sale. During the route, we were able to put in some running, dodging the walkers. I did my best to get color on me from the volunteers. If you didn't get enough color on you during the run, you will most definitely get showered with it during the after party where color is thrown in the air at intervals. Awesome energy at the post run party but got hit with elbows and arms a few times since my cousin insisted on being so close to the front. The crowd was filled with happy, hyped-up people that got crazy trying to catch the items being thrown from the stage, which included more packets of color. It's crazy standing in there when people are throwing the powder up in the air. The sun gets blocked out for those seconds. I didn't see any blowers as we were leaving but I did hear one. My cousin just wanted to get to the hotel and shower so we didn't bother looking. Make sure to bring something to cover your car seats for the ride home. Expect your tongues to be colored. I think I was getting over a cold at the time. This is gross but even the mucous from my throat was colored the following day. Don't worry, it's all harmless. I'm still alive. Awesome event and I had a blast but I noticed these color-type runs are becoming more common now.

fun event with high energy music to get everyone amped for the run. food trucks are there if you're…read morehungry which doesn't make too much sense to me because you're running, being healthy, being fit and here's a taco truck haha anyways.. if you plan on bringing your expensive camera or even your phone, be warned that they most likely will get the color powder thingy on them. Use a zip lock bag or something to protect them. The event was held at 9am which is good, because its not too early so it won't be as chilly and also not late to where the sun is out burning you. At the finish line volunteers pass out drinking water, so drink it and stay hydrated. Overall a great event. Oh bring a towel too to wipe all the color powder stuff off your face.

Fun run benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of North County! Packet pickup was easy as was parking…read morethe day of the event. Perfect for families and groups. Fun announcer at the starting line and isn't of color to go around. Nice to get a bottle of water at the finish line but would prefer more than one water table on the course. 5 star would be tunes rocking throughout the course. And to be even more exceptional a course photographer that sends you links to photos you can buy wherever your race number showed up. The candids turned out so great that I can only imagine if we had access to action shots.