SAN DIEGO

NOVEMBER 21, 2026

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THE DETAILS

SAN DIEGO, CA | GALLAGHER SQUARE AT PETCO PARK

After selling out the first year, Diplo's Run Club returns to San Diego, California this November 21! Home to several Dance Music festivals, America’s Finest City is known for its vibrant electronic music scene with past performances from Diplo himself at Nova San Diego and the Mad Decent Block Party.

This fall, you can catch another epic performance at the main stage in Gallagher Square at Petco Park after Diplo’s Run Club 5K. Starting and finishing at Gallagher Square, the 5K run will take you through the historic Gaslamp Quarter, showing off the best of downtown San Diego. After the run, party the day away with a post-race concert featuring Diplo + friends!

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*Note: Course route subject to change. Pricing is subject to increase pending ticket inventory.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

  • Large crowd gathered at an outdoor event with a stage featuring colorful banners, flags, and graphic icons of running, cycling, and swimming, with performers and speakers on stage and tall buildings in the background. The bottom of the image has an orange banner with white text reading 'EVENT ENTRY'.
  • Overhead view of a DJ standing behind a set of four turntables and a mixer on a stage, with cables and personal items scattered around, during a live music event.
  • gray T-shirt with logos for Diplo's Run Club on the front and back, displayed on a turquoise background with a label that reads PARTICIPANT TEE.
  • finisher medal
  • A man wearing sunglasses and a black long-sleeve shirt is at an outdoor event, holding a medal and surrounded by boxes of supplements labeled 'Golden Mind' and 'Symbiotika'. There are baskets filled with more supplement packets on the table, with a medium-sized crowd and city buildings in the background. The text 'Partner Giveaways' is displayed in bold white letters on an orange banner at the bottom.

NEED TO

RACE WEEKEND

KNOWS

  • FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 | TIME & VENUE: TBC

    Before you hit the start line, you’ll need to grab your race bib and event tee at packet pick-up — this is mandatory for all runners unless you are VIP or chose the bib-by-mail add on in your registration.

    Join us to kick off the weekend, connect with fellow participants, and check out some of the partners who help bring the Diplo's Run Club experience to life.

    Don’t forget: Bring your ID and a screenshot of your registration confirmation. Someone else can pick up your packet for you as long as they have that screenshot

  • Street parking is very limited, as is capacity of surrounding parking lots/garages in the area. Click HERE‍ reserve a space at one of the downtown surrounding lots.

    We strongly encourage carpooling, public transit, or rideshare for a smoother arrival.

  • Diplo’s Run Club San Diego kicks off at Gallagher Square with VIP Packet Pickup at Park Blvd Plaza (Park Blvd & 10th Ave). Start corrals are on J St between 10th and 14th St. Start line is located on J St at 14th St.

    7:00 AM | VIP Packet Pick-Up Only

    8:00 AM | Start Line DJ

    9:00 AM | RACE START

    Click HERE for the Strava course map.

  • Main Stage Lineup:

    9:00 AM | Festival Open

    10:00 AM | Opener DJ

    11:00 AM | Diplo

    What You Can Bring:

    Towels, blankets, and sheets for lounging

    Small bags and purses (up to 6″ x 8″ x 3″ — clear not required)

    Clear bags/backpacks up to 12″ x 6″ x 12″

    Empty hydration packs (no more than 2.5L)

    Mobile Lockers are available for participants to securely store their belongings. Reserve your locker HERE and save 15% when you book in advance.

    For more permitted and non-permitted items, please click HERE. Additional FAQs can be found HERE.

  • We want to make sure all running and music enthusiasts enjoy the Diplo’s Run Club experience!

    If you require specific accommodations, please reach out HERE, and let us know how we can help.

  • We need your help on race weekend! Volunteer with us for DIPLO’S RUN CLUB - SAN DIEGO and you will receive a t-shirt, refreshments, and a free concert/festival entry when your shift is over.

    Sign-up HERE!

  • Whether you're traveling in for race day or just want to stay close to the action, Crewfare is here to hook you up with exclusive discounted rates at top hotels in each city.

    Recharge before the run or keep the party going post-concert — these deals are convenient, cost-efficient and curated just for you.

    Click HERE to explore exclusive hotel rates for runners.