Mission Hills 5K
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About the Race
The 11th Annual Mission Hills 5K — Voted San Diego’s Best 5K! Get ready, runners! The Mission Hills 5K returns on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m., and you won’t want to miss it. Voted “San Diego’s Best 5K” by readers of San Diego Magazine, this community favorite brings families, friends, and neighbors together. Run or walk through the streets of San Diego's historic Mission Hills neighborhood! All proceeds benefit educational programming at Grant TK-8, helping to enrich the learning e...
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Common questions
How hard is the Mission Hills 5K 5K?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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