Run Because You Can 5K
When is Run Because You Can 5K?
Run Because You Can 5K takes place on Thursday, January 8, 2026 in Sacramento, CA.
What distances does Run Because You Can 5K offer?
Run Because You Can 5K offers 6 events: 5K - I am a student who is running with my school, 5K - I am running with a school or a child who is running with their school, 5K - I am not affiliated with a school, 1/4 Mile Dash - I am a student who is running with my school- Untimed Kids, 1/4 Mile Dash - I am not affiliated with a school-Untimed Kids, Youth Fitness Program Application.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K - I am a student who is running with my school | 5.0 km | $0.00 | Register |
| 5K - I am running with a school or a child who is running with their school | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| 5K - I am not affiliated with a school | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 1/4 Mile Dash - I am a student who is running with my school- Untimed Kids | 400.0 mi | $0.00 | Register |
| 1/4 Mile Dash - I am not affiliated with a school-Untimed Kids | 400.0 mi | $15.00 | Register |
| Youth Fitness Program Application | — | $0.00 | Register |
How much does Run Because You Can 5K cost?
Registration for Run Because You Can 5K starts at $0.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Run Because You Can 5K held?
Run Because You Can 5K is held in Sacramento, CA at William Land Park.
About Run Because You Can 5K
Runnin’ for Rhett hosts our 15th Run Because You Can in Land Park this year!
3,000 youth athletes from the Sacramento area take part in a 5K race celebrating the completion of six weeks of participation in our after-school Youth Fitness Program. You can support our local youth by joining us! Register to run, walk, or jog with the kids in our community 5K, volunteer your time, come out to cheer, or make a donation to help keep our Youth Fitness Program free for these youth athletes.