Runing on WeirdBay to Breakers, San Francisco’s celebrated 12k race,
returns on May 31, 2020! If you’re new here, you should know we do
things a little differently. Throw on a costume (the more bizarre, the
better), take in the atmosphere (you’ll have tens of thousands of
eyeballs watching), and prepare for a running experience like no
other.It’s So Pretty! (And then Cool. And Then Pretty Again.)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.Among other sights, you’ll race through
Panhandle Park at the northern boundary of the Haight Ashbury—the
birthplace of the Deadhead—and cut through Golden Gate Park. (Pro
tip: watch out for the bison .)It’s All Historic!This race has been
around the block a few times: Runners, walkers, joggers, and partiers
have participated in Bay to Breakers for over a century. While no
racer has had the distinction of running every year since its
inception—remember, we said “over a century”—the race has
welcomed runners from ages 1 to 99 . (Spoiler: The baby did not
win.)It’s Fun!Bay to Breakers is a celebration of life, laughter,
and the personality of San Francisco. Join the pink-ape mascot Ape
Hashbury, bumblebees, brides, unicorns, naked runners wearing Garmins,
and probably at least one Thanos in this world-renowned
race-slash-party.It’s Relaxed! (Until It Isn’t)Enjoy a flat course
through some of San Francisco’s most iconic neighborhoods—until
you reach Hayes Street Hill at the two-mile mark. This monster hill
rises over 200 feet above sea level, with a steepest grade of 11.15%.
(Runner’s World named it one of its top “Sublime Climbs,” so it
can’t be all bad, right?)You’ll Be, Like, Famous!Love having
people gaze upon you in adoration? 80,000 spectators, volunteers, and
staff line the race course each year, adding up to 160,000 eyeballs on
your form, your costume, and your incredible speed.Course
InformationThe Bay to Breakers 12k race runs west through the city and
finishes at the Great Highway along the Pacific Coast’s Ocean Beach.
Participants run up the iconic Hayes Street Hill, along the Panhandle
and through Golden Gate Park, while the city of San Francisco cheers
them on.Open the course in Garmin Connect to view the interactive map
and elevation profile. With a free Connect account, you can adjust the
pace calculator to match your goal time and send the course to your
compatible Garmin device for navigational guidance during training or
real-time pacing on race day.Finish Line ClosurePlease note the course
will be closed at Chain of Lakes Drive in Golden Gate Park at 12:30
p.m. on race day. All participants not past this point at this time
will be directed to Fulton or Lincoln Ave.The finish line will
officially close at 1:00 PM. All participants who have not crossed the
finish line at this point will not receive a finisher medal.Road
Closures / Traffic DelaysPlease be aware a large number of city and
park roads will be closed for the race. Please click HERE to reference
all closures and times.Note the only north-south crossover points are
at the Embarcadero & Howard St in SOMA and Crossover Dr. in Golden
Gate Park.Course EntertainmentOur historic 12k course features a
variety of entertainment to enjoy all the way from the Bay to the
Ocean. In addition to the Health & Wellness Expo and the Finish Line
Festival, our on-course entertainment and festivities include live
bands, DJs and performances to keep you motivated all the way to the
finish line!
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