Family Fun Run

When: Thursday, November 26, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Where: Main Track
Type: Ticketing
 

And away YOU go… and Down the Stretch YOU come! Kick-off Thanksgiving Day with the Del Mar Family Mile Fun Run on the famous Del Mar racetrack.

Registration and activities begin at 7 AM and include: games and prizes for kids, face painting, entertainers, holiday arts & crafts, as well as free donuts & water while supplies last. Participants are encouraged to come in costume! 

Proceeds benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Center and their equestrian therapy program for children and adults with special needs. 

Begin from the actual starting gate, make a one-mile lap all the way around and finish in the Winners’ Circle where you will get your picture taken and a souvenir run medallion. Del Mar jockeys will be running, jogging and walking right with you! 

Tickets

The Mini Donut Company

  Ticket
Family Fun Run (Ages 16+)
Fun Run Entry & Racetrack Admission
Souvenir Medallion		 $24
Family Fun Run (Ages 4-15)
Fun Run Entry & Racetrack Admission
Souvenir Medallion
 $16
 
 Admission included. 
 Event is all Ages. Children 17 & under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times. Children 3 & under receive complimentary event entry. A portion of each ticket benefits Helen Woodward Animal Center. Tickets are non-refundable.
 
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Registration & Pre-Race Activities 7 AM
Family Mile Fun Run 8 AM
First Post 11 AM
 
Helen Woodward Therapeutic Riding Program
Helen Woodward Equestrian Therapy
 
Proceeds benefit the Helen Woodward Animal Shelter and their equestrian therapy program for children & adults with special needs. 
Sponsor a therapy horse to support the amazing animals and preserve the equestrian therapy program for years to come. 
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  • Fees are for Fun Run participants only. Non-participants may attend.
  • Strollers are permitted. Please no dogs at the facility.
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