| 40 YEARS OF FAST 1986 - 2026 | CARLSBAD 5000 World's Fastest 5K |
 | Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Carlsbad 5000 - April 12, 2026 The Carlsbad 5000 is Southern California’s premier 5K road race, featuring a full weekend of running festivities. Known as the “World’s Fastest 5K,” it welcomes runners of all ages and paces to a fast, fun oceanfront course with unforgettable views and energy. This legendary flat and fast course along Coast Highway 101 is USATF-sanctioned and certified. Runners wind through palm trees and race by the ocean to finish under the iconic Carlsbad sign. Every runner (21+) enjoys two free beverages in the post-race beer garden sponsored by Pizza Port. Visit carlsbad5000.com for more info. |
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Spots remaining: 936
Price changes in 14 days 9 hours-
Runners receive the full 5K package: Race Shirt, Medal, 2 Beers + Entry to the Pizza Port Beer Garden (21+)
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Register for 5K$79.05
$73 + fees
Now registering Mar 19 – Apr 6 -
$95.82
$89 + fees
Apr 6 – Apr 12
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All Day 20K powered by lululemon Spots remaining: 45
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Run the World's Fastest 5K - Four times! Receive the full 5K package + All Day 20K premium item from lululemon, medal, and access to the recovery lounge with gear check, food/fuel, bathrooms & more.
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Register for All Day 20K powered by lululemon$148.22
$139 + fees
Now registering Mar 19 – Apr 6 -
$158.70
$149 + fees
Apr 6 – Apr 12
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Junior Carlsbad Spots remaining: 193
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Junior Carlsbad participants receive a race t-shirt, finishers medal & post race treats including chocolate milk!
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Register for Junior Carlsbad$48.66
$44 + fees
Now registering Mar 19 – Apr 6 -
$53.90
$49 + fees
Apr 6 – Apr 12
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Carlsbad5000
