Running Races in California — 2026

There are 869 running races in California in 2026 across 255 cities. The next upcoming race is the SUP Lessons with Dad in San Diego on June 4. Popular distances include 5K races, trail runs, half marathons.

The Big Run

Wed, Jun 3 · Vacaville, CA Vacaville

Road Adult 5K

From $20 Open

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The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · Stockton, CA Stockton

Road Fleet Feet's The Big Run Presented by Brooks 5K Fun Run

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · Encino, CA Encino

Road Fleet Feet's The Big Run Presented by Brooks

From $20 Open 75 spots left

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The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · Sacramento, CA Sacramento

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The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · Brentwood, CA Brentwood

Road 5K Run/Walk

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The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · Agoura Hills, CA Agoura Hills

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Fleet Feet's The Big Run 2026 Presented By Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Road Fleet Feet's The Big Run Presented By Brooks

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · Pleasanton, CA Pleasanton

Road The Big Run by Fleet Feet Pleasanton

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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The Big Run Modesto

Wed, Jun 3 · Modesto, CA Modesto

Road The Big Run Modesto

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Fleet Feet Chico The Big Run

Wed, Jun 3 · Chico, CA Chico

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Glow & Go DIY Sugar Scrub Bar

Wed, Jun 3 · Coronado, CA Coronado

Participant

From $12 Open 10 spots left

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Fleet Feet's The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Wed, Jun 3 · Burbank, CA Burbank

Road Fleet Feet's The Big Run Presented by Brooks

From $20 Open

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Brooks X Fleet Feet Agoura Hills Demo Run

Wed, Jun 3 · Agoura Hills, CA Agoura Hills

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SUP Lessons with Dad

Thu, Jun 4 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Participant

From $12 Open Closing Soon 12 spots left

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Cupertino Splash and Dash #1

Thu, Jun 4 · Cupertino, CA Cupertino

Triathlon Half Mile Swim1 Mile SwimYouth Splash and Dash +2

From $40 Open Closing Soon 20 spots left

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Volunteer Opportunity: San Diego Humane Society

Fri, Jun 5 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Open

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Beginner Sailing: June 6/7

Sat, Jun 6 · San Diego, CA San Diego

E1 - E6Sponsored Civilian GuestsDoD Employees +2

From $200 Open Closing Soon

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NAHC - Running Is My High 2026

Sat, Jun 6 · Oakland, CA Oakland

Road Running is My High 2026 - 5K Run/WalkRunning is My High 2026 - 10K Run/Walk

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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The Big Run Presented by Brooks

Sat, Jun 6 · Folsom, CA Folsom

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The Jackpot Mile 2

Sat, Jun 6 · Chico, CA Chico

Road The Jackpot Mile 2

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Walk for Education 2026

Sat, Jun 6 · Cerritos, CA Cerritos

Road Walk for Education 2026

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Rotary Rainbow Run - 5k & 1k

Sat, Jun 6 · San Juan Bautista, CA San Juan Bautista

Road Rotary Rainbow Run 5kRotary Rainbow Fun Run 1k (Pet & Child Friendly)

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Poverello House Papa Mikes Cafe Run for Meals

Sat, Jun 6 · Fresno, CA Fresno

Road 2 Mile Run/Walk5K RunPBJ

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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Shadow of the Giants 50k & 20k Run

Sat, Jun 6 · Fish Camp, CA Fish Camp

Road 20k20K Early Start50k Early Start +1

From $80 Open 30 spots left

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SuperHero - Runbelievable - 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

Sat, Jun 6 · Long Beach, CA Long Beach

Road 1 Miler5K10K +2

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Shadow Strike Unsanctioned Run

Sat, Jun 6 · Chino Hills, CA Chino Hills

Road

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The Big Run 5K presented by Brooks

Sat, Jun 6 · Monterey, CA Monterey

Road The Big Run 5K presented by Brooks

From $28 Open Closing Soon

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Bakersfield Hot Fudge Sundae Run

Sat, Jun 6 · Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield

Road 1 Mile Walk5k Run/Walk

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Race Through California 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $20!

Sat, Jun 6 · Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles

Virtual 1 Mile5K10K +2

From $20 Open

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Bikes & Beers Anaheim

Sat, Jun 6 · Anaheim, CA Anaheim

15 MILE (10:00 AM Start Time)30 MILE (9:30 AM Start Time)30 MILE (9:00 AM Start Time) +3

From $27.53 Open Closing Soon 1 spots left

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Fullerton Fit 5K Trail Run

Sat, Jun 6 · Fullerton, CA Fullerton

Road 5K Trail Run/Walk

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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DB Big Bass Fishing Tournament

Sat, Jun 6 · Discovery Bay, CA Discovery Bay

Big Bass Fishing Tournament

From $90 Open Closing Soon

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Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot

Sat, Jun 6 · Long Beach, CA Long Beach

Virtual Tadpole Trot 1K5K Stroller Run/Walk5K Run/Walk +6

From $5 Open Closing Soon 30 spots left

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VOLUNTEER: HELP THE HOMELESS

Sat, Jun 6 · San Diego, CA San Diego

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5K Run & Rave Party

Sat, Jun 6 · Dinuba, CA Dinuba

Road 5K Run/Walk5K Run/Walk & Rave

From $43 Open Closing Soon

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Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay & 8K

Sun, Jun 7 · Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles

Trail Griffith Park 8KMarathon Relay Team (up to 5)

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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Hot Fudge Sundae Run

Sun, Jun 7 · Fresno, CA Fresno

Virtual 2m Walk (Not Timed)5k Run/WalkVirtual Run

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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2026 Lake Chabot Trail Challenge (Half Marathon & 5K)

Sun, Jun 7 · Castro Valley, CA Castro Valley

Trail 5K RunHalf Marathon

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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105th Statuto Race

Sun, Jun 7 · San Francisco, CA San Francisco

Road Statuto Race - 2M WalkStatuto Race - 8K Run

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Dashing for Donuts 5K Fun Run and 1 mile Kids Race

Sun, Jun 7 · Placerville, CA Placerville

Virtual Kids 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual 5K5K Run

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Logix Love Run Westlake

Sun, Jun 7 · Westlake Village, CA Westlake Village

Virtual 1-Mile5KVirtual Run +1

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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CWC Summer Fun Run

Sun, Jun 7 · Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles

Road 5k

From $10 Open

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Pioneer Day Fun Run

Sun, Jun 7 · Meadow Vista, CA Meadow Vista

Road Pioneer Day Fun Run

From $30 Open

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Skedaddle Bubble Run (1K, 5K, & 10-Miler)

Sun, Jun 7 · Stockton, CA Stockton

Road 5K Walk/Run10-Miler

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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3rd Annual Norwalk 5K

Sun, Jun 7 · Norwalk, CA Norwalk

Road Children's 1K DashYouth 5KAdult 5K

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Menlo Park Kids Triathlon

Sun, Jun 7 · Menlo Park, CA Menlo Park

Triathlon Non-Competitve Kids TriathlonCompetitve Kids TriathlonSuper Sprint Triathlon

From $125 Open Closing Soon

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Picnic Basket Decorating

Tue, Jun 9 · Coronado, CA Coronado

Picnic Basket

From $18 Open Closing Soon 12 spots left

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Blooms and Brews

Wed, Jun 10 · Coronado, CA Coronado

Participant

From $15 Open Closing Soon 12 spots left

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Sunset Escape Cruise

Thu, Jun 11 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Participant

From $54 Open Closing Soon 12 spots left

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Root Beer and Braids

Thu, Jun 11 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Dad/Daughter Pair

From $15 Open Closing Soon 10 spots left

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