Carlsbad 5000

New Course, More Ocean Views, Same Iconic Carlsbad!

We are bringing you a new and improved Carlsbad 5000 race course in 2024! After 37 legendary years, the World’s Fastest 5K is moving entirely on the Coast Highway. The Carlsbad 5000 is a full day of road racing culminates when the fastest running professionals on the planet look to set new world and national records in the Elite Invitationals!

World’s Fastest 5K: This iconic event features individual 5K races for all ages & abilities.

• 2 Pizza Port Beers (21+)
• Premium Race Shirt
• Official Finisher Medal
• Race Photos & Results
• Beer Garden (21+) with Live Music & Entertainment
• Health & Fitness Expo featuring Sponsors, Exhibitors, & Elite Athlete Q&A w/ Meb

All Day 20K: Runners collectively run a total of 20 kilometers by participating in four combined 5k races over the course of the day.

• All Day 20k Race Medal
• All Day 20k Premium Running Hat
• All Day 20k Bib
• Exclusive access to the All Day 20k Pre-Race & Recovery Zone

Junior Carlsbad: Kids ages 4-12 race against the clock in a 1-mile or half-mile distance on the famed Carlsbad 5000 course.

• Fun, energetic course in the heart of Carlsbad Village
• Junior Carlsbad Race T-Shirt
• Junior Carlsbad Finisher Medal
• Post-race treats including chocolate milk and animal crackers
• Official race results and free photos