5K Races in California — 2026

There are 268 5K races in California scheduled for 2026. The next is the HART PARK AFTER WORK 5K and MTB SERIES RACE 1 in Bakersfield on September 3. California 5K races run primarily September through February.

HART PARK AFTER WORK 5K and MTB SERIES RACE 1

Thu, Sep 3 · Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield

5K RUN5K RunSchool Kids 5k +7

From $5 Open Closing Soon

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Ignite The Light 5K & Resource Fair

Sat, Sep 5 · Lake View Terrace, CA Lake View Terrace

Kids 1K Run/Walk5K Run/WalkBenny's Top Dog Division

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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NIGHT NATION RUN - SAN JOSE

Sat, Sep 5 · San Jose, CA San Jose

PREMIUM REGISTRATIONSTANDARD REGISTRATIONVIP REGISTRATION

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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9/11 Run to Remember

Sat, Sep 5 · Clovis, CA Clovis

1m Walk (Non-timed)5k RunVirtual Run

From $32.5 Open Closing Soon

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Strollin' for the Colon

Sat, Sep 5 · Napa, CA Napa

Strollin for the Colon

From $35 Closed

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Run for Life

Sat, Sep 5 · Porterville, CA Porterville

5k Walk5k Run

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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A Snail's Pace x ASICS Sunset Mile

Sat, Sep 5 · Fullerton, CA Fullerton

A Snail's Pace x ASICS Sunset Mile

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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2026 Scary Dairy

Sat, Sep 5 · Camarillo, CA Camarillo

Open Race

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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VYC Cross Country Invitational Meet

Sat, Sep 5 · Santa Clarita, CA Santa Clarita

4K Cross Country Run Open 19 and Older

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Friends of the Park - 5k & 1-mile Sprint

Sat, Sep 5 · Tahoe Vista, CA Tahoe Vista

Friends of the Park -Labor Day Weekend 5k & 1-mile fun run.

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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GLOW AND GO NEON FUN RUN

Sun, Sep 6 · South Lake Tahoe, CA South Lake Tahoe

Glow and Go Neon Fun Run

From $22 Open Closing Soon

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HART PARK AFTER WORK 5K and MTB SERIES RACE #2

Thu, Sep 10 · Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield

5K RunMTB/GRAVEL RACE

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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San Diego 5K SCADaddle for Research

Fri, Sep 11 · San Diego, CA San Diego

5KSCAD Social Reunion & Dinner & SCADaddle 5K BundleSocial Reunion & Dinner

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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2026 San Diego Tri Classic & San Diego 5K

Sat, Sep 12 · San Diego, CA San Diego

SD Tri Series 5KDuathlon-Duo Racer (Challenged Only) - Sprint DistanceDuathlon - Sprint Distance +7

From $29.6 Open Closing Soon

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Silicon Valley Mini Kids Triathlon

Sat, Sep 12 · San Jose, CA San Jose

Mini Triathlon

From $60 Open Closing Soon 100 spots left

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Kern Cancer Run/Walk and Festival 2026

Sat, Sep 12 · Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield

5k Run - timed5k Walk - not timedChildren's Jog-a-thon +1

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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Finish on the 50

Sat, Sep 12 · Riverside, CA Riverside

Finish On The 50

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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Pincushion Hill Climb

Sat, Sep 12 · Friant, CA Friant

Pincushion Hill Climb Mtn GoatPincushion Hill Climb 1 Mile

From $33 Open Closing Soon

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LA Kings 5K

Sat, Sep 12 · Redondo Beach, CA Redondo Beach

LA Kings 5KLA Kings 5K (under age 13)LA Kings Virtual 5K (includes t-shirt & medal ONLY)

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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Resilience Run

Sat, Sep 12 · Fontana, CA Fontana

Fontana Police Peer Support Resilience 5k Run/Walk

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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LASD PINK PATCH 5K RUN/WALK

Sat, Sep 12 · San Dimas, CA San Dimas

Virtual 5K Run/WalkIn-Person 5K Run/Walk

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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The Village's Sixth Annual Miles for Mamas Walk/Run-Santa Monica

Sun, Sep 13 · Santa Monica, CA Santa Monica

The Village's Sixth Annual Miles for Mamas - Santa Monica, CAThe Village's Sixth Annual Miles for Mamas-Anywhere You Are!

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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40th Golden Gate Park XC Open

Sun, Sep 13 · San Francisco, CA San Francisco

Masters Men (40+ yrs old)Women (all ages)Open Men (<40 yrs old)

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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9/11 Heroes Run - San Diego, California

Sun, Sep 13 · San Diego, CA San Diego

1-Mile Run/Walk5K Run - RIDER (Honor Bib)5K Run +2

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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Van Nuys 5K Run/Walk

Sun, Sep 13 · Sherman Oaks, CA Sherman Oaks

Special 5K Pricing5K Run

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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California Dreamin' Evening 5k (Sponsored by AREC)

Thu, Sep 17 · Long Beach, CA Long Beach

California Dreamin' Evening 5k (Sponsored by AREC)

From $25 Open 87 spots left

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Mammoth BUFF - Beer Mile Run

Fri, Sep 18 · Mammoth Lakes, CA Mammoth Lakes

Mammoth BUFF

From $30 Open

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Ojai Invitational - Community 3 Miler

Sat, Sep 19 · Ventura, CA Ventura

Ojai Invitational - Community 3 Miler

From $45 Open

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Superheroes for Hope

Sat, Sep 19 · Coalinga, CA Coalinga

Superheros for Hope 2K

From $30 Open

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Fiesta 5k

Sat, Sep 19 · Victorville, CA Victorville

Fiesta 5k5k de Mayo

From $35 Open

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Dusty Bottoms Beer Mile

Sat, Sep 19 · Modesto, CA Modesto

Dusty Bottoms Beer MileDusty Bottoms Ultra Beer Mile

From $30 Open

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Recovery Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Marina, CA Marina

Recovery Run - A Race to Freedom

From $45 Open

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Latina Scholars 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Long Beach, CA Long Beach

Groups/TeamsIndividual

From $50 Open

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Hunter's Heart Foundation - A World Beyond Wheels 5K Walk, Run, Ride 2026

Sat, Sep 19 · South El Monte, CA South El Monte

5k Run/Walk/RollVirtual A World Beyond Wheels 5k

From $30 Open

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Race to Cure Sarcoma San Diego

Sat, Sep 19 · San Diego, CA San Diego

5K Run or 1-Mile Walk (Untimed) - Child (Ages 6-12)5K Run or 1 Mile Walk (Untimed) - AdultVirtual - Child +3

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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Oak Tree Challenge 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk

Sat, Sep 19 · Covina, CA Covina

Oak Tree Challenge 1 Mile Run/WalkOak Tree Challenge 5K Run/Walk

From $20 Open

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The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026)

Sat, Sep 19 · Newark, CA Newark

4k (2.5 mile)

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Fast Track To A Cure 5K Bay Area

Sat, Sep 19 · Richmond, CA Richmond

5K ParticipantVirtual 5K5K Volunteer +2

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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Dash For De'Jah Annual 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Oakland, CA Oakland

5K

From $75 Open

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The Aloha Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Clovis, CA Clovis

2 Mile Run/WalkCompetitive 5K RaceFun 5K Run +1

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Black Oak Challenge

Sat, Sep 19 · Tuolumne, CA Tuolumne

1-Mile5K

From $10 Open

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Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Huntington Beach, CA

Sat, Sep 19 · Huntington Beach, CA Huntington Beach

Youth Registration 13 to 17 yrsAdult RegistrationFirst Responders & Military Registration +1

From $5 Open

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Teal Steps Ovarian Cancer Walk

Sun, Sep 20 · Coronado, CA Coronado

Adult Walk EntryKids (10 & under) EntryVirtual Adult Walk Entry +1

From $20 Open

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The Fourth Annual Miles for Mamas Walk/Run-Merchantville, NJ

Sun, Sep 20 · Merchantville, CA Merchantville

The Village's Fourth Annual Miles for Mamas - Merchantville

From $40 Open

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Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K and Color Fun Run

Sat, Sep 26 · Fountain Valley, CA Fountain Valley

Virtual 5K Fun RunColor Fun Run5K Run/Walk

From $20 Open

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Building Dreams Southland Regional Association of Realtors 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Van Nuys, CA Van Nuys

5K Run/Walk ( T-Shirt & Medal Included)5K Run/Walk w/K9 (Top Dog Division)5K Run/Walk (Combo - 2 people)

From $35 Open

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Friends of the Poor Walk Our Lady of Lourdes

Sat, Sep 26 · Burbank, CA Burbank

SVdP Friends of the Poor Walk Our Lady of Lourdes Northridge

From $0 Open

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Sixth Annual A-7 Corsair II Memorial 5K Run/Walk (Virtual)

Sat, Sep 26 · Any Town, CA Any Town

Sixth Annual A-7 Corsair II Memorial Virtual 5K Run/Walk

From $40 Open

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Ascot Hills Challenge 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles

Ascot Hills Challenge Virtual 5KAscot Hills Challenge 5K

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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2026 Vintage Festival Fun Run

Sat, Sep 26 · Sonoma, CA Sonoma

Vintage Vines 1 MileVintage Festival 5K Fun Run

From $25 Open

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