Run or Walk for a Good Cause
Marathons are no stranger to San Diego. In fact, it seems that nearly every weekend brings another walk or run to benefit a charity, fund a cure for a disease, or just get fit.
This weekend is no exception. It’s time to get on your running (or walking) shoes and get moving to benefit one of these causes, or just for fun:
American Cancer Society
The Relay for Life of Mira Mesa will take place on Saturday (May 17) at Hilltop Community Park in Mira Mesa, San Diego. This event honors cancer survivors an pays tribute to those lost to the disease, while raising money to help fight it.
Angelman Syndrome
Angelman Syndrome walk-a-thons are being held in 19 cities nationwide this Saturday. Ours will be commence at Liberty Station in Point Loma, and will raise awareness about Angelman Syndrome.
Conservation
In celebration of San Diego River Days, Lakeside’s River Park Conservancy will also host their 2nd annual Run for the San Diego River 5K Trail Run/Walk on Saturday. The 5K is one of the River Park’s annual fund raisers.
Fun & Fitness
The City of Encinitas 5K, a USA Track and Field sanctioned event, is held annually at Moonlight Beach in Encinitas. It will take place this year on Saturday (May 17).
Navy Region Southwest, Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9MWR) Program
The Navy’s 22nd Original Bay Bridge Run/Walk will be held this Sunday (May 18), and will help to raise funds to support the Quality of Life Programs for Navy personnel. Entry into this event includes a ticket to the May 25 San Diego Padres game as well.
Schools
Cycle Eastlake will take place on Saturday and Sunday (May 17 & 18). Individuals and families can bike ride, jog or walk to benefit all six of EastLake’s public schools in Chula Vista.
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