MAY 17, 2026
San Francisco
Bay to Breakers starts in the Embarcadero neighborhood by the San Francisco Bay, and takes you through nine of the city’s most notable neighborhoods—all the way to the Great Highway, where the breakers crash into Ocean Beach.
12k
Distance
A CELEBRATION
OF LIFE, LAUGHTER,
& THE PERSONALITY
OF SAN FRANCISCO
Join bumblebees, brides, unicorns, runners wearing only running watches, and probably at least one Spider-Man in this world-renowned race-slash-party.
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What's
Included?
🏅 Finisher's Medal
👕 Event t-shirt
🪩 Finish line festival
💧Water/Aid stations
⏱️Chip-timed results
included for VIPS
🎁 All Mentioned Above +
😎 Vip Area
🌯 Pre-race Meal
🥤Post Race Meal + Beverage
🎒 Gear Check
The VIP add-on is available to add during registration for $109. Be sure to select “VIP” as an add-on option when going through the registration page. Already registered? Visit your ACTIVE MyEvents account, click Purchase merchandise, and add “VIP” to your registration!
12k course map
12k race INFO
The course will close on race day at 12:30 PM at the intersection of JFK and Chain of Lakes Golden Gate Park. Participants who have not passed this intersection by 12:30 PM will not have the opportunity to cross the Finish Line. The Finish Line closes promptly at 1:00 PM
All race distances start at the intersection of Howard St. & Main St. in downtown San Francisco. The first wave will take off at 8:00am and the last wave at 8:45am.
Finish Line:
1000 Great Highway
San Francisco, CA 94121
Unfortunately, there is no Gear Check, unless you've purchased the VIP add-on.
VIP can be selected during registration. If you did not purchase at the time of registration, log into your MyEvents.ACTIVE.com account, find your race entry, and click the “Purchase merchandise” button to add VIP to your registration.
VIP available until sold out.
Park - We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservation app.
To reserve your parking spot, visit the Bay to Breakers SpotHero Parking Page and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.
What is the virtual run?
For those that are unable to join us in San Francisco for the traditional Bay to Breakers event, you can participate in the virtual run. Virtual runners can run a course/route of their choosing and submit proof of their run via our submission link to get credit for completing the Bay to Breakers event.
What distances are offered for the Virtual Run?
The virtual run is offered for the 12K and 15K (12K + 3K).
How does it work?
Virtual runners can plan their own course/route and run either the 12K (7.45 miles) or 15K (9.32 miles) distance on their own. Submit the proof of your run via our submission link, and you will receive your race packet mailed to you after the fact. Race proof can be:
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Photo proof of your tracking device showing the date and distance
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Link to Garmin, MapMyRun, Nike+, RunKeeper, Runtastic or Strava tracking
I am participating in the Golden State Challenge. Will the virtual race qualify me to keep my status?
Yes! Participating as a virtual runner will qualify you for the Golden State Challenge.
Do I need to register as a virtual runner?
Yes. All those participating in the virtual run must be registered in the 12K Virtual Runner race category. If you're not yet registered, look for the Virtual race option at the bottom of the registration form to select your distance.
If you're registered for the in-person race, you can switch to the virtual race. Participants can email info@baytobreakers.com with a request to change your race to the virtual event at no charge.
The deadline to be switched to a virtual runner is Sunday, Race Day.
Do I need to pick up my race packet?
No. Virtual runners are NOT able to pick up their race packets at the Race Expo. Race packets will be mailed to virtual runners after they have submitted their race results via the submission link.
When can I run my virtual race?
You may complete your virtual race prior to May 18th, but you will need to submit your proof of finish when the Virtual Submission Link goes live around on Race Weekend.
Where can I submit my virtual race proof?
A submission link will be emailed to all virtual runners on Saturday before the race. You can submit your proof via the Submission Link. The deadline to submit race proof is June 15th. If you haven't received the email with instructions, please email us: info@baytobreakers.com and we will get it to you as soon as we can, which might be when we get back in from the race.
When can I expect to receive my race packet?
Race packets will be mailed out within 2–4 weeks of the 2026 submission date, June 15th. You will receive an email notification with tracking information as soon as your race packet is ready to ship. You must submit your virtual race proof to receive your race packet.
What can I expect in my race packet?
You will receive the same race goodies as our in-person participants. You will receive your race bib, official race shirt, and your finisher medal.
Are Virtual Results Published?
Virtual race results will not be included in the Official Results.
Are International Participants Allowed?
Yes, but Virtual Packets may only be shipped to addresses within the USA.
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Contact US: info@baytobreakers.com
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