Mardi Gras Run San Diego 13.1, 10k, 5k...

• Mardi Gras Run - San Diego:- Run 13.1 Miles, 6.2 miles, 3.1 miles and kid's dash.

Take off to the sound of funky jazz tunes and enjoy the scenic waterfront course along this mostly flat course with panoramic views of Mission Bay Park, Fiesta Island and the blue bay.  Events are 13.1, 10k, 5k nd kid's dash.  Half marathon athletes receive a tech shirt, 10k and 5k a cotton T.  Post rae festival include great New Orleans jazz, refreshments and a New Orleans food truck with food for purchase.  Overall winners 1,2,3 in 13.1, 10k, 5k receive gift certificates and additional medal.  Age division medals 1,2,3 in all three events and there are 12 age divisions, that's over 140 addtional medals up for grabs! Opening price from $35 for 5k, $45 for 10k and $75 for 13.1, and kid's dash is $15 and includes medal/  http://www.wiz-events.com

This is a fairly flat course just steps from the water's edge.  The course is closed to vehicular traffic on E. Mission Bay Dr. and Fiesta Island until 9 am  The north and south end of the route is along the beautiful bay front, not closed to pedestrian traffic, and pathways of Mission Bay Park. Course maps are available online.

There is lots of parking in the Sunrunners dirt lot off Seaworld Dr. Exit. East Mission Bay Dr. is open until 6:30 am.  

Because runners like to do good deeds, we collect canned goods for Father Joe's Village and gently used clothing for the needy.  

This is a different course than year's past.