FAQs & Contact Us

Registration will close one hour before the end of our limited Bib Pick-Up.

You will receive your race bib in the mail no later than May 13th.

In accordance with the California Department of Health Effective April 1, 2022, requirements for vaccine verification or proof of negative test for Mega Events have been lifted and have moved to a strong recommendation. Therefore, Bay to Breakers participants are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated and/or get confirmation of a negative covid test result prior to running the race, (stay home if you feel ill, ect).

Participants are no longer required to present proof prior to participation and we will not be checking onsite or ahead of the race. For more information visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Beyond-Blueprint-Framework.aspx

In accordance with the California Department of Health Effective April 1, 2022, requirements for vaccine verification or proof of negative test for Mega Events have been lifted and have moved to a strong recommendation. Therefore, Bay to Breakers participants are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated and/or get confirmation of a negative covid test result prior to running the race, (stay home if you feel ill, ect).

Participants are no longer required to present proof prior to participation and we will not be checking onsite or ahead of the race. For more information visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Beyond-Blueprint-Framework.aspx

Can’t make the race? An emergency popped up last minute? Or, you couldn’t find the perfect costume? No worries! You can request a refund for any reason without restrictions up to February 14, 2022. After that your registration will be fully refundable only in the event the race is forced to cancel due to COVID-19. All refunds will be issued back to the original payment method (i.e. race credit or credit card).

All 2022 participants that register before May 6th will have their race bib mailed to them before the race.

Here’s a breakdown of what your race bib means:

Click to view the sizing chart below.

Only race bibs will be mailed out. All shirts will be available for pick up following the race during the Finish Line Festival.

Deferring your registration for race credit is simple.

Step 1: The deadline to defer is about 2 weeks before the event – April 29, 2022 12 PM– you can defer your entry for credit by filling out the deferral form. Click here to complete the form. Once you defer your entry, credit will be applied to your email address. Please note the amount of credit you receive is equal to the amount you paid at registration (excluding handling fees). We’ve also waived the normal deferral fee.

Step 2: Deferring your race entry does NOT automatically register you for a future event. To use your credit, you must sign up for an upcoming Capstone race using the email address associated with your credit. The credit will automatically be applied at the time of your registration.

All participants that register before May 6th will receive their race bib in the mail. The deadline to update your shipping address is April 1 at 9 AM PST. After this deadline, we will ship your race bib to the shipping address you entered during registration.

Click here to update your shipping address!

Yes, you can apply your credit towards the 2022 Bay to Breakers. The credit should already be in your account, so when you register you will be able to apply this credit towards your registration. To access this credit, you will need to use the same email address you registered with previously, as the credit is associated with this email address.

Click here for step-by-step instructions on using race credit.

This year we are offering guaranteed refunds for all participants until February 14, 2022. After this date race entries will be fully refundable only in the event the race is forced to cancel due to COVID-19, and all refunds will be issued to the original payment method (i.e. race credit or credit card). This is noted on our registration application and when you register for our events you must agree to this policy.

You may not give or sell your number to another individual – doing so could result in your disqualification as well as the runner using your race number. This policy stays in effect whether you are injured, have an unexpected business or family emergency, pregnancy, etc. There are NO exceptions.

After the deadline, you will still be able to defer your registration for race credit until April 29th. Click here to defer your registration.

We will not be shipping race bibs internationally. All international participants will need to attend Bib Pick-Up.

All virtual race swag will ONLY be shipped within the 48 contiguous United States. 

Yes, we do! Register today at BaytoBreakers.com. 

Please note we are unable to ship race bibs or Virtual 12k race swag outside the 48 contiguous United States.

The change distance deadline for all runners will be 24 hours out from the race. However, the deadline to have the changes reflected on your mailed race bib  is April 1 at 9 AM PST.

Runners who register BEFORE May 6 at 9 AM PT will receive their race bib in the mail.

Runners who register AFTER May 6 at 9 AM will not receive their race bib in the mail and will have until  24 hours before race day to make changes to their distance. All runners following this deadline MUST attend Packet Pick-Up.

Click here to change your distance.

Please note that you may be subject to paying a higher price for the in person race.

The deadline to change your distance has passed.

Yes, you can add the Breakers Bonus to your registration. Only in-person participants are able to add the Breakers Bonus. The deadline to have this change reflected on your race bib is April 1st. After this deadline, you must attend the in-person Packet Pick-Up to receive the correct race bib.

Please note: Runners who register BEFORE May 6 at 9 AM PT will receive their race bib in the mail. Runners who register AFTER May 6 at 9 AM will not receive their race bib in the mail and MUST attend Packet Pick-Up.

Click here to add the Breakers Bonus to your registration.

Nope! Once you receive your race bib in the mail we will not resend a bib. If you add the Breakers Bonus to your registration you MUST attend the in person bib pick-up to get the correct race bib.

Yes! Click here to add the VIP experience to your registration!

The deadline to upgrade is April 29th!

Runners who register BEFORE May 6 at 9 AM PT will receive their race bib in the mail and will only need to attend Bib Pick-Up if they make changes to their registration.

Runners who register AFTER May 6 at 9 AM will not receive their race bib in the mail and MUST attend Packet Pick-Up.

Bib Pick-Up Details:
Date: Saturday, May 14
Location: Sports Basement Presidio;
610 Old Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94129
Times: 9 AM to 5 PM

Yes, someone else can pick up your packet as long as they have a copy of your ID and order number.

We will accept registrations until one hour before the end of Bib Pick-Up.

Bib Pick-Up Details:
Date: Saturday, May 14
Location: Sports Basement Presidio;
610 Old Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94129
Times: 9 AM to 5 PM

Bay to Breakers is proud to offer an exclusive discount to active military, veterans, first responders and their family members. Email us at info@baytobreakers.com and we’ll provide you with a unique discount code.

Yes, if you have a Centipede Team member that’s no longer able to come to race day our Customer Service Team can help you.

The race will start at 8am. We recommend getting to your corrals at least 45 minutes before your scheduled start time.

Gear check will ONLY be available to our VIP runners. VIP’s will be able to drop their bags off at a designated start line area in a truck that will transport the bags to the finish line area.

You can relax in top-of-the-line vehicles to comfortably get you around on race day shuttles for complete round-trip service from one of their three pick up locations around the Bay Area or utilize their express service back to the starting area or BART from the Finish Line Festival.

Muni, Bart and Caltrans passes must be purchased through those respective agencies.

More info can be found here.

Street parking will not be available near the start and finish line. We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance  through SpotHero, the nation’s leading parking reservation app.

New to SpotHero? Download the SpotHero iPhone | Android app.

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Due to heightened security procedures, bags, backpacks and containers are banned from the Bay to Breakers race course, unless they are clear and are no larger than 8.5”x11”x4”. Participants will not be allowed to enter the starting area, race course or Finish Line Festival with any bag that does not conform to these rules. Any bag that does not conform to this rule will be searched, and the runner will be asked to leave the course.

Running belts and fanny packs are allowed on the race course. As a general rule, anything that can be put over the shoulder (such as Camelbacks or hydration vests) are not allowed on the race course.

You can upload your Virtual Result on our Virtual 12k page.

Click here to go to the page now.

Absolutely not. All alcohol and other illicit substances will be removed from the race course immediately. The person with the item will be ejected from the event and is subject to arrest.

Please be aware a large number of city and park roads will be closure for the race. Please click HERE to reference all closures and times.

Note the only north-south crossover points are at the Embarcadero & Howard St in SOMA and Crossover Dr. in Golden Gate Park

You can spectate from anywhere. Take a look at our course map and road closures to make sure you can get a spot to see all the costumes.

View the Course Map & Road Closures Here!

Age Group Categories: 19 and under; 20 –24; 25 – 29; 30 – 34; 35 – 39; 40 – 44; 45 – 49; 50 – 54; 55 – 59; 60 – 64; 65 – 69; 70-74; 75+

Yes, we will give out age group and overall awards to our 12k and 15k participants. 

Overall Awards will be presented to the top 3 Male, Female & Non-Binary finishers in the Bay to Breakers 12k & Breakers Bonus 15k.

Age Group Awards will be presented to the the top three male, female & non-binary finishers in the 12k and 15k. The age groups for all distances are shown below:

19 and under; 20 –24; 25 – 29; 30 – 34; 35 – 39; 40 – 44; 45 – 49; 50 – 54; 55 – 59; 60 – 64; 65 – 69; 70-74; 75+

All awards may be claimed at the customer service tent in Runners Village. There will not be an awards ceremony.

One of the great traditions of Bay to Breakers is the expression of our runners through costumes!

However, Bay to Breakers has a no-tolerance policy for racist, inappropriate, unsafe or otherwise offensive costumes, or activity, of any kind. We work directly with the City of San Francisco, governing bodies and on-site police to ensure a safe and non-discriminatory environment for our participants and spectators. Bay to Breakers reserves the right to remove any persons in violation of this policy from the course during the event.

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Any person not properly displaying an authorized race bib will be directed to leave the course.

Children three and older must register for the race. Children two and under are free.

Yes, the course will be closed at Chain of Lakes Drive in Golden Gate Park at 12:30 PM on race day. All participants not past this point at this time will be directed to Fulton or Lincoln Ave.

The Finish Line will officially close at 1:00 PM. All participants who have not crossed the finish line at this point will not receive a Finisher Medal.

Strollers are not permitted on the race course. Based on USA Track and Field Competition Rules and the Bay to Breakers Rules of Competition, no baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device will be permitted on the course.

Authorized and registered competitive wheelchair participants are encouraged to participate! For more information on ADA access at the Finish Line Festival please contact info@baytobreakers.com.

No, there is no prize money for our elite athletes.

An elite athlete may receive one comp entry if he or she meets the standards listed below:

• Time standards Marathon: 2:46:00 for males and 3:18:00 for females.
• Time standards Half Marathon: 1:13:00 for males and 1:25:00 for females.
• Runners must have proof of their time. All results must be officially timed. We will not accept virtual race results for elite entry. Email your results to info@baytobreakers.com for details.
• Results must be within the past 3 years.

We will not have race merchandise for sale this year.

Only authorized course marshals are allowed to use bikes on the race course.

Participants’ safety and security is our #1 priority. We will have police officers and security guards at the start line, on course and at the Finish Line Festival. If participants see any suspicious activity they are encouraged to report it to the nearest staff member.