Vibha Bay Area Dream Mile 2026

Vibha Bay Area's The Dream Mile 
5K / 10K / HM

999 E Caribbean Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 (USA)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2026

Flat courses with minimal elevation changes. 
All registered participants will receive a t-shirt and a finisher's medal.
All proceeds go towards causes supported by Vibha.

What is Dream Mile?
The Dream Mile is Vibha’s flagship fundraiser event, with the anticipated participation of 1,000 patrons from across the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Vibha volunteers have been organizing this run/walk event for more than 25 years and it has become a permanent fixture on the calendars of runners and families in various cities across the Bay Area. 

The funds raised through the Dream Mile go towards supporting child development projects in India and the USA. Our mission is to transform the quality of public education by scaling proven models of Motivation, Learning, Training & Technology. In addition to our projects in India, the Dream Mile will support local beneficiaries of the Dream Mile host cities like the Children’s Hospital of Atlanta, The International Community School Georgia, Inspiredu, Communities In Schools Chicago, and School on Wheels, Massachusetts. Over the years, the The Dream Mile has raised more than $3 Million that has gone to support more than 180,000 children.

Who is it for?
The Dream Mile is for anyone who would like to walk or run a few miles to help realize the dreams of millions of underprivileged children.

• To learn more about Vibha, visit Vibha.org
• To learn more about Vibha in India, visit India.Vibha.org
• Follow Vibha on Facebook(VibhaOrg), Instagram(@Vibha_Org), Twitter(@VibhaOfficial)
• Follow Vibha in India on Facebook(VibhaIndiaOfficial), Instagram(@VibhaGlobalOne), Twitter(@Vibha_In_India)

What are the Race Distances?
The Dream Mile 2026 consists of 5K, 10K, and HM running/walking events

Highlights:

• 5K/10K/Half Marathon courses
• Professional chip-based timing
• Half Marathon Pacers for 7 different pace groups to help achieve your HM PR
• T-shirts for all registered participants (unless you opt out)
• Finisher medals for all distances for registered participants

* In case the in-person event is canceled due to any unforeseen circumstances, the event will be held virtually. No refunds will be provided.

Registration information:
The online registration will be open till Sunday, September 6th, 2026. Please register by August 8th to guarantee your t-shirt size choice. After that, the t-shirt size is based on availability.

We highly recommend you register online by Friday, Sept. 4th, to avoid disappointment due to race day registration unavailability due to your choice of race distance selling out. Only if there are any open spots left at the close of the online registration, we will offer registrations at the race packet pickup and the race day morning up to 30 minutes before the race starts.

Up to 10 participants can register together in a single registration transaction. For more than 10 participants registering together, please do multiple registration transactions.

For registration instructions:  https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062676-register-for-a-race

TIMING CHIPS/BIBS/RESULTS:  

Our race will use an electronic timing chip system. Your timing chip will be attached to the back of your bib. DO NOT FOLD OVER OR REMOVE THE CHIP. The timing chips help us ensure the accuracy of timing the event and make results available much faster than other timing procedures. Race results will be available following the race through SVE Timing.

GEAR CHECK:

You can drop off your gear in a bag at the bag check tent. Please provide the bag tag from your bib to the bag check attended so that they can identify based on your bib number. Please leave valuables in your car’s trunk, hidden out of sight. Event organizers will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items. 

WEATHER/CLOTHING: 

Be sure to check the weather the day before the event! Dress appropriately based on the weather conditions.

START LINE:

We ask that you “self-seed” at the start line, meaning that faster people start in the front and slower runners/walkers start at the back of the pack. We will have a controlled release of runners on the trail to keep the trail from crowding.

HALF MARATHON PACERS:

Pacers will be available for these target finish times 1:40, 1:55, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, 2:45 

PHOTOS:

Volunteers will be on the course and at the Finish Line to take your photo! Don't forget to smile and even strike a pose! Photos will be available a few days after the race. You can also share your pictures that you have taken during the event at this link - Vibha Dream Mile 2025 Photos 

PET ANIMALS:

We like all animals, however, due to safety regulations, there are no pets allowed at that event.

STROLLERS:

If you plan on running with a stroller, we request you to start after all the other runners. This is to avoid any trips or falls.

RESTROOMS:

There will be temporary restrooms at the Start/Finish area. For restrooms along the course please check the course map for your race event.

MEDICAL AID:

ENVEMT will be on site to provide medical aid at the Start/Finish area. Each Aid Station on the course is supplied with a First Aid Kit and will have communication with the Solutions Tent/Race Staff.

POST RACE FOOD:

We will have water and bananas at a booth for the runners. Free food is available for all participants. Please provide the food token from your bib to collect the free food at the food tent. You can also purchase additional food for you and your friends & family at the live dosa station. 

AID/WATER STATIONS:

Aid Stations will be provided on the course. Please view the course map for the location of Aid Stations for each distance, which will be serving Water and Sports drinks; Gels will be available on the course to the Half Marathon participants.

COURSE MARKING/VOLUNTEERS:

The course will be marked with Yard Signs on the side of the trail and there will be signs at every mile, along with the race distance. We will also have volunteers on the course at major points to guide you in the correct direction. 

Participant Guide:

5K Walk/Run | All Ages
10K Walk/Run | Ages 8 and over
Half Marathon | Ages 13 and over
Virtual  | All Ages

Kids who are under the age of 6 can participate free in the event if a registered adult is present. These kids will not receive race T-shirt or medal for their participation.

If kids under 6 wish to receive race T-shirt and medal they will need to be registered separately and they should be accompanied by an adult who has also registered for the event.

5K Run

Overall First, Second, and Third place (male and female) winners.

Age group winner categories :

• 1st & 2nd place trophy for boys and girls (ages 6-12)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 13-20)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 21-30)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 31-40)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 41-50)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 51-60)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 61-70)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women over 70. 

10K

Overall First, Second, and Third place (male and female) winners.

Age group winner categories :

• 1st & 2nd place trophy for boys and girls (ages 8-12)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 13-20)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 21-30)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 31-40)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 41-50)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 51-60)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 61-70)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women over 70. 

Half Marathon

Overall First, Second, and Third place (male and female) winners.

Age group winners categories :

• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 13-20)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 21-30)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 31-40)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 41-50)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 51-60)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women (ages 61-70)
• 1st & 2nd place trophy for men and women over 70.

Virtual 

* Please note that no awards are given for any of the four Virtual race categories.

Participant Guide:

Vibha's mission is to improve learning levels in government schools by scaling proven models of motivation, learning, training, and technology. We believe that education is the key to breaking the intergenerational cycle of poverty, and your support fuels our efforts to find effective solutions, make a positive difference in the lives of underprivileged children, and provide them with the possibility of a brighter future.

 At Vibha, we're not just organizing a race - we're sprinting towards a vision of high-quality public education for every child. Your donation fuels our mission to break the cycle of poverty through education.

Our Impact in Numbers

1.28 million students reached in 2023 - double our 2022 impact!
$621K invested in India, $99K in the USA
Learning levels increased across all partner government schools
 
Join the movement with Vibha to encourage and empower the future citizens of our world!

~ Thank you ~

Vibha is a 501(c)(3) organization, registered in the USA in the State of New Jersey. Vibha's Tax ID is 22-3122761.

To avoid delays on the morning of the event, everyone is encouraged to pick up their race packet on either Friday or Saturday at the scheduled packet pickup venues. See Race Packet Pickup section for more information. 

     06:00 am:  Registration and Race packet pick-up open

     06:45 am:  Race packet pick-up & Registration close for Half Marathon

     06:50 am:  Warm-up start for Half Marathon

     07:00 am:  Half Marathon race start

     07:30 am:  Race packet pick-up & Registration close for 5K/10K

     07:35 am:  Warm-up start for 5K/10K

     07:45 am:  10K race start

     08:00 am:  5K races start

     08:30 am:  Award ceremony for 5K RUN/10K / Half Marathon 
                       * as soon as results are available

     08:30 am:  Food service available

     08:45 am:  Post-race celebrations

     12:00 pm:  Event Close

* Start times may vary based on guidance from county and city health officials.

Participant Guide:

Race Pricing

Kid's 5K Walk | $45 
5K Run | $65 
10K | $79 
Half Marathon | $99 
Virtual | $49 

Run your virtual race anyday, anytime, anywhere.  

Use a fitness app of any kind to track your results.  

Email a photo or screenshot of your results to dreammile@bayarea.vibha.org.  

Please pick up your t-shirt and medal at one of the bib distribution locations. 

Packet Pickup Options : 

Friday, May 30, 2025
Sports Basement Sunnyvale (1177 Kern Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085) 
 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

 Saturday, May 31, 2025
 Road Runner Sports Campbell (1646 S Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 95008)
 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Sunday, Jun 1, 2025
Event Location (2100 Isherwood Way, Fremont, CA 94536)
6:00 - 8:00 AM

Your race packet will include: 

     ● Bib with timing chip. Please don’t fold the bib as it will damage the timing chip.

     ● Safety pins for attaching the bib to your clothing.

     ● Technical t-shirt, if you have opted for it (you must take the shirt size you indicated in your registration).

     ● Informational / promotional items

Parking permit for the event location ($5 per vehicle) can be purchased during bib pickup 

You may pick up another participant’s bib:

     ● Please bring a copy of their race registration confirmation and a copy of their picture ID.

     ● You will be responsible for getting the items to the participant.

     ● If any items are lost, we will not be able to provide a replacement.

Race Site:  2100 Isherwood Way, Fremont, CA 94536 

Parking is available at the Quarry Lakes Park for a fee of $5. If you are arriving by vehicle and would like to park, please purchase the parking pass during bib pickup for a fee of $5. 

The parking area is next to the event area. However, please arrive with enough time to park, walk to the start/finish area, use the restrooms, and line up prior to the start of your race. There will be signs and volunteers directing you. Please follow the directions. 

From I-880 South: 

• Take I-880 South toward Fremont. 
• Exit at Decoto Road / CA-84 East. 
• Turn left onto Decoto Road (CA-84 East). 
• Continue for approximately 2 miles. 
• Turn left onto Paseo Padre Parkway. 
• After about 0.3 miles, turn right onto Isherwood Way. 
• Follow Isherwood Way to the Quarry Lakes entrance at 2100 Isherwood Way. 
• Proceed through the park entrance (parking fee apply) and follow signs for Dream Mile event parking. 

From I-880 North: 

• Take I-880 North toward Fremont. 
• Exit at Decoto Road / CA-84 East. 
• Turn right onto Decoto Road (CA-84 East). 
• Continue for approximately 2 miles. 
• Turn left onto Paseo Padre Parkway. 
• After about 0.3 miles, turn right onto Isherwood Way. 
• Follow Isherwood Way to the Quarry Lakes entrance at 2100 Isherwood Way. 
• Proceed through the park entrance (parking fee apply) and follow signs for Dream Mile event parking. 

From I-280 South: 

• Take I-280 South toward San Jose. 
• Merge onto CA-85 North toward Fremont (if applicable). 
• Merge onto I-880 North toward Oakland. 
• Exit at Decoto Road / CA-84 East. 
• Turn right onto Decoto Road (CA-84 East). 
• Continue for approximately 2 miles. 
• Turn left onto Paseo Padre Parkway. 
• After about 0.3 miles, turn right onto Isherwood Way. 
• Follow Isherwood Way to the Quarry Lakes entrance at 2100 Isherwood Way. 
• Proceed through the park entrance (parking fee apply) and follow signs for Dream Mile event parking. 

Participant Guide:

Race Site:  800 Embedded Way, San Jose, CA 95138

If you are being dropped off or taking a cab to the race, please note the drop-off area on the map below. Use the event venue address to navigate to this place.

Participant Guide: