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Rock the streets of Carlsbad, CA with the Carlsbad 5000 - named the World’s Fastest 5K! Nothing but sunshine and a party by the sea, this 5K is fast, flat, and downright fun. As one runner shared, “The Carlsbad 5000 is one of the few 5Ks that I run, and I enjoy it very much. I'd definitely recommend it for all levels of runners!”
"This 5K is fast, flat, and downright fun."
Come for the race and stay for the rockin’ party! Runners enjoy amazing post-race beverages and live entertainment at the Finish Line festival, and cooling sea breezes keep runners ready to party all day. This Rock ‘n’ Roll signature race keeps participants coming back year after year for another great race experience and another great party!