Front Runners & Walkers is San Diego’s LGBTQ+ running club. We currently meet weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays to walk and run in Balboa Park. We also have a North County group that meets on Saturdays at MaGee Park.

* Check out the Schedule Tab or become a member to get our Sunday locations and activities *

*VERY IMPORTANT UPDATE: BEGINNING Tuesday, January 6, 2026*

Effective January 5, the City of San Diego will charge for parking 7 days a week from 8 am – 8 pm.

https://www.sandiego.gov/parking/balboapark

As a consequence, our meet-ups on Tue/Thu/Sat will now take place in different locations for January to assess member feedback and running routes. Please do NOT meet at 6th & Laurel. Park at recommended purple check mark and meet at blue arrows!

https://balboapark.org/park-map-directions/

All Meetups between Tuesday January 6 through Saturday January 10
Presidents Way Lawn and Park Blvd (Inspiration Point for Parking)

All Meetups between Tuesday January 13 through Saturday January 17
Veteran’s War Memorial Building (Park along Upas neighborhood and school. Zoo members can park in lot, if you’ve pre-registered your vehicle) 3325 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101

All Meetups between Tuesday January 20 through Saturday January 24
Morley Field (Free parking lot) 2221 Morley Field Dr, San Diego, CA 92104

Front Runners & Walkers San Diego welcomes runners and walkers at all abilities and levels.
If you're visiting, come explore the City and Balboa Park with us!

FRWSD is proud to host and organize the annual Pride 5K. We've been doing it since 1982 and donated over $400,000 to our charity partners.

Whether you’re training for a marathon or beginning an exercise program, come join us on our weekly fun runs and walks. Routes include a 3-4 mile and 10K walk or run in Balboa Park or 4-6 miles along the waterfront or on the trails. See our membership page for more information.

Click here to make a Tax Deductible Donation

As an affiliate member of Road Runner Clubs of America, Front Runners and Walkers of San Diego is a Section 501(c)3 nonprofit. Any donations received may qualify for a tax deduction based on your personal tax situation.

Thank you for your support at Pride 5K 2025

Your entry and donations will support The Center’s LGBT Youth Housing Project and San Diego Pride Youth Programs