Good news, Santa Barbara. Reef and Run will be back in 2021, with the season opener scheduled for Thursday, June 24th at East Beach. Better yet, keeping with our tradition, Reef & Run's season opener will be FREE for all participants. After June 24th, there will be a Reef & Run event … [Read more...]

Dear Reef & Run Sponsors, Participants and Supporters, Following the announcement from Governor Newsom for a full re-opening of California’s economy on June 15, it is with cautious optimism that we are excited to announce that we are in the process of planning a 2021 Reef and Run season. With … [Read more...]

Dear Reef & Run Swimmers, It is with a heavy heart that I announce our very difficult decision to cancel the Reef & Run 2020 season.   I have spent weeks consulting with City officials, the Reef & Run Race Committee and our volunteers to find some way to have a … [Read more...]

Like just about everything else in our lives, Reef & Run's plans for 2020 are on pause. At this time, for the safety of our swimmers, lifeguards and loved ones, the 2020 season is postponed until further notice. We'll be sure to keep you updated as the situation develops and we know … [Read more...]

Big News!!! Jane Cairns - race director, founder, and visionary behind Reef & Run - was named by the Santa Barbara Independent as one of their "Local Heroes" for 2019. This very special recognition is bestowed on only a handful of people each year that deserve credit for making Santa … [Read more...]