Greetings!

We hope you're excited for the 2026 San Diego Tri Series Chula Vista 5K!

Bib numbers will be assigned when you come to packet pick up.

Please come to the dedicated 5K Bib Pick Up Line next to solutions..

Please be aware of faster runners coming up behind you and you may need to run single file in some sections of the course so as to not block the pathway

Your start line will be at the Finish Line under the banner next to the beer and margarita garden. and will be a metered start. All runners will cross the timing mat which will start their time.

Please read ALL information within this email.

Please be sure to see a special offer from our sponsor at the bottom of the email

There will be 3 opportunities to pick up your race bib.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14th, 2026 - Please note new location

Location: Pulse Endurance, 6062 Lake Murray Blvd. #110, La Mesa, CA 91942

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 15th, 2026

Location: Expo - Bayside Park, 999 Bayside Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Packet Pick Up: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (at the expo)

RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP - SUNDAY, AUGUST 16th, 2026

Location: Bayside Park, 999 Bayside Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910

5:30 am - 6:30 am

Race morning is very busy with parking, warming up, and getting to the start line. If you are picking up your packet or registering on race morning please show up earlier than you normally would, to allow time to do so.

T-Shirts

Available shirt sizes are listed during registration. In the final few days before the event, some sizes will sell out.  Not all sizes may be available for same day registration.

If you do not get the size you would like, please visit the t-shirt table at the Expo after 9:00 AM on Sunday for shirt exchange or if you are interested in trading out the size you ordered for a different size!

You must sign waiver and have it in hand to get race materials.

Waiver

You may pick up someone else's bib provided you have a copy of their signed waiver IN HAND.

Pick Up Checklist

❒ ID

❒ Printed and Signed KOZ Waiver in hand

ALL REGISTRATION QUESTIONS, CHANGES, INQUIRIES, UPDATES MUST OCCUR in person at the Pre-Race Check-Ins Friday / Saturday or on Race Morning. 

We will not be able to make any changes by email or phone.

PLEASE NOTE: The deadline to transfer registration to another person has already passed.

Keep Our Youth Athletes Safe


In conjunction with the U.S. Center for SafeSport and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, USA Triathlon has developed SafeSport policies, procedures and references to protect our athletes, As the Solana Beach Triathlon welcomes minor athletes, racing age 14-17, please find a link below to the SafeSport and MAAPP Policies that have been established to help keep our athletes safe.

Please click here click here to read an important message from our Race Director

Please click here to review these policies and for other important resources.

There are several options for parking for the event.

Bayfront Park, 980 Marina Way, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Overflow lot adjacent to Bayfront Park (shaded in yellow below)

Overflow Parking on the East side for Marina Pkwy in bike lane (shaded in yellow below).

Please note: There continues to be construction at Bayside Park. Sandpiper Way is completely closed to traffic. The sidewalk/bike path remains open and will be the best way to access the venue.

ATTENTION: Please be sure to NOT park anywhere that has a NO PARKING sign displayed. Please check around your vehicle 20 feet in each direction to ensure there are NO sign prohibiting parking.

Once parked you should ride your bike into the transition area.

Athletes can be dropped off on Sandpiper Way near the transition area. this drop offmust occur prior to 6:30 am

5:00 am - Parking Lot Opens

6:45 am - Duathlon Starts 

7:00 am - Triathlon Swim Starts

7:10 am - 5K Starts at the Itsy Finish Line next to transition

7:56 am - 5K Run Course Closes

8:00 am - Margarita Garden & Beer Garden presented Modern Times Beer Opens

8:15 am - Awards presentations (approximate time)

Click here for your wave start time & cap color

(If you are unable to view the image above!

Course Map

Follow the 5K route to the 5K U-Turn

Results and timing for the 2026 CVC San Diego Triathlon is provided by Gemini Timing.

Bib numbers will be assigned when you come to packet pick up. Please go to the dedicated 5K bib pick up line.

Results. Click Here

Where's the Beer?

After the race enjoy the expo and for our 21+ participants, go into the Beer Garden presented by Modern Times and Ashland Seltzer, complete with live music at the finish line. This year will also feature a Margarita Garden. Please bring a $5 cash donation for Life Sports Foundation

All money raised in the beer garden goes directly to Life Sports Foundation with an immediate impact. Last year we were able to donate 400 pairs of shoes and athletic wear to Foster Kids helping them live out their dream of participating in sports.

Big News at the Finish Line!

We’ve added Margaritas to the Beer Garden! Whether you’re celebrating with a cold beer, seltzer or a Margarita, know that every drink ticket supports Life Sports Foundation—helping provide sporting equipment and athletic opportunities to foster and homeless children. Even if you don’t drink, we invite you to donate—because doing good feels even better than finishing strong.

Here’s everything you need to know to enjoy the Finish Line Garden experience on race day ⬇️

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🍺 1. Your Toast = Real Impact

Thanks to generous donations from Seek Beer Co. and Three Hills Winery, 100% of your drink ticket donation supports Life Sports Foundation—helping provide sporting equipment and athletic opportunities to foster and homeless children

Suggested Donations:

• $5 per ticket

• 5 for $20 (share the love!)

⚠️ Limit: 2 drinks per athlete. Share any extras with your cheering squad!

🎁 2. Pre-Buy

💻 How to Pre-Buy (Takes Less Than 1 Minute!)

1. Go to your RunSignUp Profile
2. Locate your event and click Manage Registration
3. Click Add-Ons
4. Select the items you want to buy, then click Continue
5. Enter Payment information
6. Click Confirm Payment

Race at your best with the performance and comfort of the Mauna Apparel trisuits.


An exclusive discount of 10% for all athletes who are racing the Chula Vista Challenge made on their website for all products.


Use code MAUNA10KOZ at checkout to claim your discount and select "pick up - Oceanside" for free shipping and delivery at the Expo on Saturday, August 15th.