RUN THE COAST
JOIN US FOR A SUNNY SO-CAL RUNCATION DESTINATION
JANUARY 11-15, 2024
A DESTINATION RACE WEEKEND IN CARLSBAD AND OCEANSIDE
Join Moms on the Run and Olympian Carrie Tollefson for a destination-race weekend of fitness, fun and friendship at Carlsbad Marathon, Half and 5K.
Our sunny adventure along the SoCal coast will fill you up with much-needed R&R. Come alone or with your best running friends and focus on whatever you need – pushing yourself during the race, enjoying social time with like-minded women, or relaxing by a beautiful rooftop pool overlooking the ocean. Membership in Moms on the Run is not required. All women are welcome!
“I can’t believe how much was included!”
JUST SOME OF WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR VACATION INVESTMENT*
- Stay at top-rated Seabird Resort with access to all amenities at TWO luxury properties
- Welcome reception with Karissa (Founder) and our National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson – appetizers included; cash bar available
- Group workouts and a cliffside hike along the ocean lead by Carrie
- Pre-race pasta party
- Transportation to the race
- Finish line VIP tent and pizza lunch
- Carlsbad race/MOTR co-branded quarter-zip custom shirt (Race registration by 10/20 required)
- Carlsbad Food & Wine Tour (Sunday dinner)
- Finisher Fiesta Rockin’ Dance Party (+ late-night snacks)
- Speakers and additional group activities led by Carrie and her colleagues
- Exciting sponsor goodies from Adidas!
- Make your own jewelry
- Convos with Carrie and other opportunities to engage with and learn from our favorite Olympian
*All details subject to change pending final enrollment numbers
DESTINATION HOST RESORT & AMENITIES
Our accommodations and some of our events will take place at Seabird Resort, a Hyatt Destination property rated #2 best hotel spa and #2 best hotel pool in the country by USA Today! In addition, we will have access to sister property the Mission Pacific Hotel. These award-winning hotels sit in the heart of Oceanside, within walking distance to dozens of shops, restaurants and the beach! The hotel faces the ocean and the famous Oceanside pier. Enjoy gorgeous sunsets from a rooftop bar and many amenities, all included in your resort package.
- Rooftop outdoor heated swimming pool and hot tub
- Beautiful spaces to dine and gather
- Coffee in the rooms
- Daily housekeeping service
- High-speed wireless internet
- Fully equipped fitness center
- Site of the Top Gun house!
- MICHELIN Star restaurant Valle features Chef Roberto Alcocer’s Baja-inspired and locally sourced menu
- Within walking distance to all that the charming town of Oceanside has to offer
*We reserve the right to make any changes to the resort, accommodations and itinerary activities based on our final contract negotiations and event size.
Photo credits: InMotion Events and Hyatt.
THE RACE
Carlsbad Marathon offers a distance for everybody — the full, half, 5K and the Double Down Challenge! (5K + Half). The race is known as the most scenic winter race with the BEST swag! Miles and miles of breathtaking ocean views with outstanding course support and entertainment.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW
This year’s destination event will be a smaller more intimate experience as we plan to close registration at 70 spots.
If you’ve registered with a Moms on the Run franchise in recent years, use your local franchise username and password to login to our payment system. If you’ve never registered for classes, you will need to create an account. Review Terms & Conditions when you reserve your spot.
THE DETAILS
YOUR VACATION INVESTMENT
Our destination-race package includes resort accommodations and amenities, group activities and some group meals, and transportation to the race. The race entry fee, airfare and transportation are not included. Dining and Housing accommodations are at a premium and in high demand during Carlsbad Marathon weekend, so register early for the best price and to secure your spot in the event hotel!
Your Carlsbad Marathon discount code (for any distance) will be in your NATIONAL GEMS account after you purchase your event package from us.
4-NIGHT EVENT PACKAGE
Single Room $2,410
2 to a Room* $1,750
3 to a Room* $1,570
4 to a Room* $1,475
3-NIGHT EVENT PACKAGE*
A 3-night package – Jan 12-15 – is available if ALL roommates want to stay only 3 nights. Reach out to angela@momsontherun.com with this request and Angela will provide the custom link when she hears from all roommates. Pricing: Single room $2060, 2 to room $1575, 3 to room $1440, 4 to room $1370.
*Our 3-night package does not include the group workout or cliffside hike on Friday.
2024 DESTINATION EVENT SCHEDULE
The race — on Sunday — is the cornerstone of the destination weekend. Running is not required; cheering for friends is a blast! All activities are optional. Our schedule and activities will be finalized based on enrollment numbers in November. Here is the tentative schedule* (subject to change):
Thursday night
- Chill and enjoy the bonus free night that you never get at home!
- Catch the “Sunset Market” in Oceanside – it’s a “Can’t Miss!” on Thursdays only!
Friday
- Morning – Circuit strength workout
- Afternoon – group oceanside hike with Carrie
- Evening – kick-off event and welcome reception
Saturday
- Morning – group shakeout run and yoga
- Afternoon – group expo visit and free time (minimal cost for use of uber or public transportation); explore the city, enjoy the local trails and scenery, go shopping, or whatever else you choose!); optional whale watching tour
- Evening – pasta dinner with guest speaker
Sunday
- Morning – destination race and post-race party at our finish line tent
- Afternoon – free time and REST!
- Evening – Carlsbad Food Tour Dinner and Finisher Fiesta Dance Party
Monday
- Morning/Afternoon – for those with evening flights, enjoy an optional visit to the world famous San Diego Zoo!
*More group activities are in the works, including optional (not included) free-time activities such as a whale watching cruise
WEEKEND WITH CARRIE
Whether you’ve already met Olympian Carrie Tollefson or this will be your first chance, you’ll quickly agree when we describe her as the fun girl next door who just happens to be a hall-of-fame elite runner and broadcaster.
You’ll hear her on ESPN and NBC Sports as a commentator at the Chicago, Boston and New York marathons, internationally at track and field championships, and at home on her C Tolle Run podcast. She also loves to coach women at Moms on the Run as National Fitness Director and be mom to her three kids: Ruby, Greer and Everett. Carrie will lead the fun during our destination weekend activities — but beware, you never know when she’ll break out in dance moves!
REGISTRATION TEES
Our early registration tees are gone, but you can still get your event shirt!
Run the Coast tees will be available in the store soon. Check back to purchase our “Run the Coast” performance tee and get free shipping.
Get signed up today for a weekend of fitness, fun & friendship!
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not included. While those who have cars will receive a reduced parking rate at our resort, renting a car is not necessary since public transportation is easy to use throughout San Diego and Oceanside.
There is a beautiful, low-cost train to the resort from the airport, called The Coaster. The coastal train can be accessed via a quick Uber or bus ride just minutes from the airport. Don’t worry, we will help you know where to go!
FAQs
WHAT IF I’M LOCAL TO THE AREA & PREFER TO SLEEP AT HOME?
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A ROOMMATE?
WHAT WILL IT COST?
HOW SOON DO I NEED TO REGISTER?
Early registration is critical for us to be able secure the maximum amount of space at the hotel and to make appropriate accommodations for our group activities based on our participant numbers. Please submit your registration as soon as possible to ensure you receive the room type of your choice. The hotel may sell out quickly and rooms will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; rooms selling out will increase registration rates and we reserve the right to place participants at nearby hotels if needed. All members of your party must be registered in order for us to officially secure your room.
WHAT LEVEL RUNNER DO I NEED TO BE?
ALL fitness levels are welcome to join us — from newbies to experienced racers — and there are a variety of destination race options to participate in. The shortest distance is a 5K, so it would be good if you are able to do 3 miles in run/walk intervals, regardless of pace. Or, just come for a girls’ getaway and to cheer on your teammates! You don’t have to race.
WHEN IS MY PAYMENT DUE?
Event payment in full can be made at the time of registration, or through October 15, you can take advantage of our payment plan, which will divide your balance into 3 monthly payments with the first payment starting at the time of registration.
WHAT IF I’M LOCAL TO THE AREA & PREFER TO SLEEP AT HOME?
We’re able to sell you a weekend package without hotel at a reduced rate. Package includes ALL group meals and activities and the administration of the event. No custom packages are available.
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A ROOMMATE?
We can match up roommates 2-to-a-room. If we aren’t able to find a match for your 2-to-a-room selection, we can offer a refunded registration minus our current processing fee. If you are registering for 3 or 4-to-a-room option, you must find your own roommates.
WHAT IF I HAVE DIETARY NEEDS?
We are able to accommodate basic dietary needs that you note on your registration form. We reserve the right to charge a fee for these accommodations if we incur administrative costs, including fees passed on to us from our meal service venues, which is becoming more common practice. If you have needs beyond gluten free/dairy free/vegetarian, please contact us to inquire.
WHAT WILL IT COST?
See Financial Investment section above. Our exact package price will be dependent on the number of roommates you have, and the upgrades you choose (if applicable). Our event package will include lodging, resort fees, and some meals and group activities. It will not include all meals, transportation or the race. The posted price is the price you can expect based on your preferred number of nights and roommates. Please note the race (at a rate discounted 15%) will need to be purchased separately.We offer payment plans, allowing you to divide your registration into 3 monthly payments for a nominal administrative fee of $10 per payment. *Note that room prices for 4-to-a-room are not half of the 2-to-a-room rates; there are additional resort charges when 3-4 share a room instead of 2. All rooms housing 2, 3 or 4 will have two queen beds. Single rooms will have king beds, while inventory lasts. Register early!
WHY JOIN US?
Our adventures are fun! View a video of our 2022 trip to Clearwater, FL and a Google photo/video album of our 2023 trip to Tempe, AZ.