The Vista · Oct 27, 2021
The Original Rock ‘n’ Roll
Runners take the streets of San Diego for 23rd edition of famous marathon
Jennifer Bustamante / Contributor / The USD Vista
Runners made their way through famous San Diego neighborhoods as they competed in the race. Photo courtesy of Jennifer BustamanteThe San Diego Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon started in 1998 in San Diego, its official birthplace. It drew hundreds of people to run through the streets of San Diego with fun musical performances throughout the course. The Rock ‘n’ Roll franchise expanded from San Diego to other parts of the country, and eventually internationally. Today the event is hosted in 18 cities around the world, including Madrid, Spain and Liverpool, England.