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December 2023
| Date | Event | Distance | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2023 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 12/09/2023 | 12Ks of Christmas | 12K, 2M | Redding, CA | Both races will start at 9am from Lake Redding Park. |
| 12/09/2023 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. Every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 12/09/2023 | Fresno Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots | 5K | Fresno, CA | Each year the event welcomes 3,000+ participants and is fast becoming a family annual tradition and raising toys and cash for the Toys for Tots campaign. |
| 12/09/2023 | Hark The Herald Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K | Tiburon, CA | You'll fall in love with San Francisco all over again as you follow this hilly loop trail circumnavigating Angel Island. |
| 12/09/2023 | High Desert 50K Ultra & 30K | 50K, 30K | Ridgecrest, CA | Loop course over rolling desert terrain on jeep roads, single track trails, and sandy washes. |
| 12/09/2023 | Jingle Bell Run - Sacramento | 5K | Sacramento, CA | Be part of the original festive race for charity and signature Arthritis Foundation holiday event! Wear your favorite holiday attire and together, we’ll jingle all the way to a cure! |
| 12/09/2023 | Modesto Spirit of Giving 5K | 5K | Modesto, CA | Gives back to the community. |
| 12/09/2023 | Summit Rock Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Saratoga, CA | Tucked away just outside Silicon Valley, Sanborn County Park features miles of single-track trails dappled with filtered light through lush canopy. |
| 12/10/2023 | Baker Beach 5K | 5K | San Francisco, CA | Upon exiting lower Baker Beach parking lot, immediately turn left on Battery Chamberlin Rd and run up to and through upper parking lot |
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10K, 5K | San Francisco, CA | Join City Beer Runs at Barebottle's Salesforce Park location for a classic brewery run featuring a supported fun run from the host brewery and a post-run social complete with a complimentary beer and the infamous CBR raffle! Sorry, no dogs for this location only. Save $5 with coupon code SWEAT |
| 12/10/2023 | Hanukkah 8 Krazy Kilometers | 8K, 2K | Bakersfield, CA | Runners, joggers and walkers of all ages are invited to the annual Hanukkah 8 Krazy Kilometers. |
| 12/10/2023 | Santa Hustle - Roseville | 13.1M, 5K | Roseville, CA | It’s the MOST wonderful time of the year! So, find that Christmas spirit and join us. |
| 12/10/2023 | Visalia Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots | 2M | Visalia, CA | Run/Walk our 5k Timed course or enjoy our 2 Mile Walk non-timed course through Mooney Park. |
| 12/10/2023 | ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes Run | 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Fremont, CA | TBD. The course starts in the scenic Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation area and follows the popular Alameda Creek Trail up to the mouth of Niles Canyon. |
| 12/13/2023 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 12/16/2023 | Bakersfield Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots | 5K | Bakersfield, CA | The Jingle Bell Run will feature a Christmas designed Sweatshirts and Jingle Bells to all registered participants. |
| 12/16/2023 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. Every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 12/16/2023 | Last 10K & Final 2 Mile | 10K, 2M | Santa Rosa, CA | TBD. |
| 12/16/2023 | Palo Alto Double | 15K, 10K, 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Bring the whole family and enjoy our pre Christmas events. Everybody gets a Santa Hat and all finishers get a medal. |
| 12/16/2023 | Woodside Ramble | 50K, 35K, 13.1M, 10K | Redwood City, CA | TBD. Distances of 10K, Half Marathon, 35K and 50K make for the perfect proving grounds for runners, and hikers, of all abilities. |
| 12/17/2023 | Krampus Cross Country 5K/10K | 10K, 5K | San Francisco, CA | This one is special for a few reasons... It's the ONLY trail event/race taking place in SF. It's the ONLY event/race featuring Krampus (The Christmas Devil). |
| 12/20/2023 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 12/23/2023 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. Every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 12/24/2023 | LMJS Fourth Sunday Race | 15K, 10K, 5K | Oakland, CA | TBD. Participation ribbons are given to all runners and place ribbons are awarded to the top runners, both male and female in ten year age groups. |
| 12/24/2023 | Placerville's Holiday Jingle and Mingle Run | 13.1M, 15K, 10K, 5K | Placerville, CA | This event is run on the El Dorado Trail in beautiful historic Placerville. The path is surrounded with beautiful oak trees, rolling hills, and incredible views. |
| 12/24/2023 | Rainbow Falls Holiday 5K | 5K | San Francisco, CA | Start/Finish: JFK & Transverse Drive, Golden Gate Park |
| 12/27/2023 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 12/30/2023 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 12/31/2023 | New Year's One Day | 24H, 100M, 12H, 6H | San Francisco, CA | Start the New Year running as far as you can or as little as you want. Sign up individually or as a team! |
| 12/31/2023 | Windmill 10K | 10K | San Francisco, CA | Start/Finish: JFK Drive & Dutch Windmill in Golden Gate Park |
January 2024
| Date | Event | Distance | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2024 | Brazen New Year's Runs | 13.1M. 10K, 5K | Catro Valley, CA | The sun is rising on January 1. Where will you be? Hitting the trails of Lake Chabot, of course. |
| 01/01/2024 | Kiwanis Resolution Run 5K/10K | 10K, 5K | Mountain View, CA | Wake up late and still enjoy the late start of the race! Enjoy a great run in the park and the camaraderie of other runners and some post-race music and refreshments. |
| 01/03/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the Marina Neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 01/06/2024 | Byxbee Parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 01/06/2024 | Hacienda Hills Run (Winter) | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 9M, 10K, 5K | San Jose, CA | Located just outside of San Jose at the Almaden Quicksilver County Park, we are having a spectacular day of Northern California trail running. |
| 01/06/2024 | New Year's Duathlon & 5K | 5K | Granite Bay, CA | The New Year's 5K Run/Walk is on a beautiful and fun course with nature trails and lake views. Not to be missed! |
| 01/07/2024 | Hot Chocolate 15K/5K | 15K, 5K | San Francisco, CA | A chocolate lover's oasis waits at the post-race party! Celebrate your accomplishment with a finisher mug that includes fondue, dippables and our very own hot chocolate! |
| 01/10/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the Marina Neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 01/13/2024 | Byxbee Parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 01/13/2024 | Castle to Coast Fun Run | 8.2M | San Simeon, CA | We are looking forward to seeing you at the start line for 8.2 miles of beautiful ocean views running on our well marked course. |
| 01/13/2024 | Rio Bravo Rumble | 10K, 5K | Bakersfield, CA | It is time once again to lace up your shoes for the Rio Bravo Rumble. If you have been a part of this event before then you know that you are in for one heck of a good time. |
| 01/14/2024 | Crystal Springs (Winter) Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 35K, 13.1M, 8K | Woodside, CA | Experience the towering redwoods, lush ferns, and beautiful trails through Huddart Park, King's Mountain and Bear Gulch. |
| 01/14/2024 | IPA Beer Run | 12K, 5K | Granite Beach, CA | The IPA Trail Run features two courses, each with scenic lake views on well-marked single track trails. |
| 01/14/2024 | Redding Marathon | 26.2M, 5K | Redding, CA | Enjoy a scenic journey down stream along the Sacramento River on paved running trails. Watch for bald eagles, osprey and other wildlife! |
| 01/17/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the Marina Neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 01/20/2024 | Byxbee Parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 01/24/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 01/27/2024 | Byxbee Parkrun | 5k | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 01/27/2024 | China Camp Challenge | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | San Rafael, CA | The China Camp State Park courses have lots of single track trails to enjoy as well as views of the great landmarks of the Bay Area. |
| 01/27/2024 | Folsom Lake Sweetwater Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 9M, 10K, 5K | El Dorado Hills, CA | This race is run on 95% single-track and 5% dirt road. The course primarily follows the South Side Trail. |
| 01/27/2024 | Gumby 10K & 5K | 10K, 5K | Granite Bay, CA | This race features a beautiful trail course along the shores of Folsom Lake. It has plenty of aid stations and cheering volunteers and is well-marked. |
| 01/27/2024 | Race to the Flagpole | 10K, 5K, 1M | Livermore, CA | This event is open to all ages and abilities. We host this event to encourage awareness and appreciation for fitness, as well as to foster community pride. |
| 01/28/2024 | LMJS Fourth Sunday Race | 15K, 10K, 5K | Oakland, CA | All those interested in running, whether beginner, walker, jogger or competitive racer are welcome to join our monthly runs. |
| 01/31/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
February 2024
| Date | Event | Distance | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 02/03/2024 | Death Valley Marathon | 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K | Death Valley, CA | Enjoy an out-and-back relatively flat course. You'll admire the beauty of the surrounding desert as you follow this paved run through the heart of Death Valley National Park. |
| 02/03/2024 | Frosty Fun Run | 5.5M, 2M | Redding, CA | Races are on Saturday mornings at a different location each week. |
| 02/03/2024 | Golden Gate (Winter) | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 8K | Sausalito, CA | Enjoy vistas of the Pacific Coast and of the spectacular Marin Headlands with views of Tiburon, San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. |
| 02/03/2024 | Mt. Umunhum Trail Conquest | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 7M, 5K | San Jose, CA | This race starts at the Hacienda Entrance of Almaden Quicksilver Park. The 30K, Trail Marathon, and 50K travel into the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. |
| 02/04/2024 | Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | San Francisco, CA | A runners’ favorite for its scenery and value. Fast and certified course through San Francisco’s scenic Golden Gate Park. |
| 02/07/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 02/10/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 02/10/2024 | Folsom Lake Point to Point Trail Half Marathon | 13.1M | Folsom, CA | Come join us for a 95% single track 5% dirt road trail race alongside the beautiful Folsom Lake. |
| 02/10/2024 | Frosty Fun Runs | 4M, 2.5M | Redding, CA | Races are on Saturday mornings at a different location each week. |
| 02/14/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 02/17/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 02/17/2024 | Frosty Fun Runs | 4M, 2.4M | Redding, CA | Races are on Saturday mornings at a different location each week. |
| 02/21/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 02/24/2024 | Beer City Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Santa Rosa, CA | Kick off Beer City Festival with a run along Santa Rosa Creek. Half marathon, 10k, and 5k with fine regional beers and kombucha to taste at the finish. |
| 02/24/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 02/24/2024 | Frosty Fun Runs | 4.3M, 2M | Redding, CA | Races are on Saturday mornings at a different location each week. |
| 02/24/2024 | Montara Mountain Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 20M, 13.1M, 10K | Pacifica, CA | Montara Mountain features the only undisturbed Coastal Mountain Habitat found over 100 miles of coastline. |
| 02/24/2024 | Salmon Falls 50K | 50K | Coloma, CA | The Salmon Falls 50K is a point to point ultra distance trail race. |
| 02/24/2024 | Silver Moon Race: Paso Robles | 100M, 10K, 2M, 24H, 12H, 6H | Paso Robles, CA | Experience running through a beautiful scenic vineyard, starting before sunset going under the vibrant full moon night, and into the sunrise. |
| 02/25/2024 | LMJS Fourth Sunday Race | 15K, 10K, 5K | Oakland, CA | All those interested in running, whether beginner, walker, jogger or competitive racer are welcome to join our monthly runs. |
| 02/28/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
March 2024
| Date | Event | Distance | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 03/02/2024 | Sanborn Trail Challenge | 13.1M. 8M, 4M | Saratoga, CA | The course is 95% single track trail, extremely mountainous, very technical, lushly wooded with a mixed evergreen forest. |
| 03/02/2024 | Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day 50K | 50K, 18M | Los Gatos, CA | You are participating on your own, at your own schedule with your own support. This run will punish your quads and test your willpower. |
| 03/02/2024 | Way Too Cool 50K Endurance Run | 50K | Cool, CA | This race has become the most sought after 50K in the US for veterans and novices alike. |
| 03/03/2024 | Livermore Valley Half Marathon | 13.1M, 5K | Livermore, CA | Join the Livermore Valley Half Marathon in California’s oldest wine region featuring a ‘Best of the Bay’ awarded 13.1 miles, followed by the famed wine, beer & music festival. |
| 03/03/2024 | Napa Valley Marathon | 26.2M, 13.1M, 5K | Calistoga, CA | Following the famed Silverado Trail from Calistoga to Napa, our point to point marathon passes beautiful scenery & some of the most world-renowned wineries along the way. |
| 03/06/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 03/09/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 03/09/2024 | Chanoko Trail Runs | 50K, 31K, 5M | Granite Bay, CA | Participants have a choice of three distances. |
| 03/09/2024 | Race to the Top of Mt. Umumhum | 13.1M | San Jose, CA | This half marathon race is within two parks: Almaden Quicksilver Park and Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. This course is point to point. |
| 03/10/2024 | Tesoro Viejo Spring Classic Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Madera, CA | This will take you away from busy city streets to tranquil paths through some of the most beautiful SPRING scenery which rivals any run in the State. |
| 03/10/2024 | Zoom Angel Island | 15M, 10M, 5M | Tiburon, CA | Angel Island is a hilly grass and forest covered island that provides spectacular views of Marin County, San Francisco and the Golden Gate. |
| 03/13/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 03/16/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 03/16/2024 | Folsom Lake South Side Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 21M, 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Folsom, CA | All very appealing single track, great running, some technical sections. |
| 03/16/2024 | Shamrock'n 5K, 10K and Leprechaun Dash | 10K, 5K | Sacramento, CA | The Shamrock'n 5K, 10K and Leprechaun Dash will be on Saturday. The Shamrock'n Half Marathon will be on Sunday. |
| 03/16/2024 | Zoom San Francisco | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | San Francisco, CA | All races start and finish at Crissy Field and head west along the Golden Gate Promenade. All races offer spectacular and historic views of San Francisco. |
| 03/17/2024 | Oakland Running Festival | 26.2M, 13.1M, 5K | Oakland, CA | This event has been nationally recognized as the Bay Area race to run by Competitor Magazine. The people of Oakland make you feel welcome from start to finish. |
| 03/17/2024 | San Jose 8K and Half Marathon | 13.1M, 8K | San Jose, CA | We are taking the classic 408K with its unique Mariachi Mile and Santana Row finish line and welcoming participants tackling the Half Marathon to this exciting experience. |
| 03/17/2024 | Shamrock'n Half Marathon | 13.1M | Sacramento, CA | The Shamrock'n 5K, 10K and Leprechaun Dash will be on Saturday. The Shamrock'n Half Marathon will be on Sunday. |
| 03/17/2024 | St Patrick's Day Run | 4M, 2M | Fresno, CA | Whether you run or walk the Shamrock 4 Miler or our GREEN Leprechaun 2 Miler you'll have a great time..... |
| 03/20/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 03/23/2024 | Bakersfield Donut Run | 5K | Bakersfield, CA | Run or walk and show your passion for donuts, get out there with your friends and family on our 5k Timed or 2k non-timed courses and earn those delicious Donuts! |
| 03/23/2024 | Boardwalk Fun Run | 5K, 1K | Santa Cruz, CA | Lace up your shoes and join the fun with this family friendly race through the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Run, jog or walk along the course. Strollers allowed. |
| 03/23/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 03/23/2024 | Fiercelifit Half Marathon & 10K/5K | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Fremont, CA | Get yourself in gear for the Fiercelifit race starting at the Dumbarton Quarry. The same hills and bay views you know and love with an historic starting point. |
| 03/23/2024 | Knickerbocker Canyon Trail Run | 35K, 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Auburn, CA | Participants of this race will run the historic Western States Trail along the banks and canyons of the American River. We have a capacity of 400 runners across all distances. |
| 03/23/2024 | Marina Double 15K | 15K, 10K, 5K | Brisbane, CA | This course is one of the most beautiful in the Bay Area. Run either the 10K, 5K Run/Walk or the Double Double 15K. |
| 03/23/2024 | Mighty Dog Trail Runs | 10K, 5K | Granite Bay, CA | This event offers two distances: 5K and 10K - both for walkers, runners and their dodgs! |
| 03/23/2024 | Napa Valley Trail Marathon | 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K | Calistoga, CA | The course is a bit challenging with the hills, streams and rocks - which makes it all the more exciting and rewarding. |
| 03/23/2024 | South Hills Single Track Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 16M, 13.1M, 9M ,10K, 5K | San Jose, CA | Beginning at Calero County Park, this trail run has everything! Experience awesome single track, great hills and dirt paths. |
| 03/24/2024 | LMJS 4th Sunday Run | 15K, 10K, 5K | Oakland, CA | All those interested in running, whether beginner, walker, jogger or competitive racer are welcome to join our monthly runs. |
| 03/24/2024 | Modesto Marathon | 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Modesto, CA | The flat, fast course will be open 7 hours, allowing adequate time for first-time marathoners. |
| 03/24/2024 | Wildflower Run | 10K, 5K, 2M | Morgan Hill, CA | TBD. Come run with us! We are delighted each year to have volunteer entertainers along the routes to provide entertainment. |
| 03/27/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the Marina Neighborhood and the Presido. |
| 03/30/2024 | Antioch Rotary Club Bunny Hop 5K | 5K | Antioch, CA | Here we go hopping again!! We invite you to run like the Hare or pace yourself steady to victory like the Tortoise. |
| 03/30/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. Every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 03/30/2024 | Folsom Lake Falcon Crest Trail Run | 13.1M, 15K, 10K, 5K | El Dorado Hills, CA | This race is run in the beautiful awesome foothills of El Dorado Hills. This area has incredible oak trees, green grass and is loaded with single track trails paralleling Folsom Lake. |
| 03/30/2024 | Montana de Oro Trail Run | 50K, 36K, 13.1M, 12K | Lo Osos, CA | The "Mountain of Gold" is a coastal treasure. You will explore one, two or three peaks nestled in th flora with epic views of the Pacific Ocean, nearby beaches and Morro Bay. |
| 03/30/2024 | Redwood Trail Run Spring | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 5M | Oakland, CA | The course travels through beautiful Redwood Regional Park. |
April 2024
| Date | Event | Distance | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the Marina Neighborhood and the Presido. |
| 04/06/2024 | American River 50 Mile Endurance Run | 50M, 25M | Folsom, CA | American River has become the second largest 50 miler in the United States. |
| 04/06/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. Every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 04/06/2024 | GO2 Foundation Walk/Run - Sacramento | 5K | Sacramento, CA | With this 5 kilometer (k) walk/run, you are helping to raise awareness of lung cancer in and to fund innovative research. |
| 04/06/2024 | Golden Gate Headlands Marathon | 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K | Mill Valley, CA | The course is a combination of single track hiking trails and fire roads. |
| 04/06/2024 | Ruth McKenzie Preserve Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Friant, CA | The Ruth McKenzie Table Mountain Preserve is located between Friant and Prather, on the north side of Auberry Road. |
| 04/06/2024 | Santa Teresa King Richard Trail Run | 13.1M, 10M, 10K, 5K | San Jose, CA | Santa Teresa County Park is located in the Santa Teresa Hills, ten miles south of downtown San Jose. |
| 04/07/2024 | Bakersfield Marathon | 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K, 6K | Bakersfield, CA | Starting and ending at the Kern County Museum, we’re excited to be smack in the middle of the most historic landmarks Bakersfield has to offer. |
| 04/07/2024 | Credit Union SACTOWN 10 Mile Run | 10M, 5K, 1M | Sacramento, CA | The Credit Union SACTOWN run continues to be a force for good in our community. |
| 04/10/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the Marina Neighborhood and the Presido. |
| 04/12/2024 | Lake Sonoma 50 - Trail Sisters | 13.1M | Healdsburg, CA | All of the courses boast of “relentless” rolling hills surrounding beautiful Lake Sonoma. |
| 04/13/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. Every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 04/13/2024 | California Classic Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Fresno, CA | Join us when we host 2,000 runners in our Half Marathon, 10k and 5k Run as participants run through Sea Lion Cove with a grand finish at Chukchansi Stadium. |
| 04/13/2024 | California Gold Rush Run | 15K, 10K, 5K | Coloma, CA | Run entirely inside the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, set in the beautiful foothills of Coloma along the south fork of the American River. |
| 04/13/2024 | Lake Sonoma 50 | 50M, 26.2M | Healdsburg, CA | All of the courses boast of “relentless” rolling hills surrounding beautiful Lake Sonoma. |
| 04/13/2024 | Rodeo Beach Rumble | 13.1M, 8K | Sausalito, CA | So close to San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge yet a world apart, the hills, valleys and beaches of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area are the perfect place for a race! |
| 04/13/2024 | Romancing the Island Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K | Tiburon, CA | You'll fall in love with San Francisco all over again as you follow this hilly loop trail circumnavigating Angel Island. |
| 04/13/2024 | SPASM Lake Chabot | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 5M | Castro Valley, CA | The course starts at the Marina and travels around the popular Lake Chabot reservoir and surrounding hills. Great course for first-time trail runners! |
| 04/14/2024 | Napa Valley Endurance Run | 50K, 35K, 13.1M | Calistoga, CA | Join us for the Napa Valley Endurance Run, three events run in glorious Robert Louis Stevenson State Park, which starts and finishes at Logvy Park in downtown Calistoga. |
| 04/14/2024 | Run Rocklin | 13.1M, 12K, 5K | Rocklin, CA | All proceeds from Run Rocklin are donated to Matt's Foundation. |
| 04/14/2024 | Surfer's Path Half Marathon | 13.1M | Santa Cruz, CA | This 13.1 mile Half Marathon features breathtaking views of the Monterey Bay coastline and a series of world renowned surf breaks. |
| 04/17/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The course is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the Marina Neighborhood and the Presido. |
| 04/20/2024 | Byxbee parkrun | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock. Every Saturday at 8:00am. |
| 04/20/2024 | G-Bar Ultra and Trail Run | 29M, 13.1M | Mariposa, CA | Each course will be a "loop course" design. |
| 04/20/2024 | IPA10K, Brewfest & Beer Mile | 10K, 3K, 1M | Sebastopol, CA | The IPA10K is a one-of-a-kind celebration of running, craft beer, and much more! |
| 04/20/2024 | Rugged Maniac Obstacle Race - San Francisco | 5K | Pleasanton, CA | Rugged Maniac boasts 25+ obstacles consisting of unlimited mud, giant inflatables, rope climbs, and our fan-favorite, sky-scraping waterslide, Accelerator 3.0. |
| 04/20/2024 | Sierra Azul Trail Challenge | 50M, 26.2M, 20M, 13.1M, 7M, 5K | Los Gatos, CA | Set in the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, this one of a kind running event provides unique access to gorgeous trails and scenery not commonly viewed. 100% trail/fire road. |
| 04/20/2024 | Silver Moon Race | 100M | Reedley, CA | How many laps can you run in 6, 12, or 24-hours? Test your endurance and build up your distance in a 2-mile lap race, or go for the 100-mile distance. |
| 04/21/2024 | Alameda Hospital Foundation Run | 10K, 5K | Alameda, CA | The Alameda Hospital Foundation 10K, 5K and kids 1/2 mile run is back at our old location on Bay Farm Island. |
| 04/21/2024 | Horseshoe Lake Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 5M | Palo Alto, CA | The course is within Skyline Ridge, Long Ridge and Russian Ridge Open Space Preserves. Be prepared for spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Cruz Mountains. |
| 04/21/2024 | My Heart Counts 5K | 5K | Stanford, CA | You will be running or walking through the beautiful Stanford Campus. |
| 04/21/2024 | Pleasanton Run for Education | 15K, 10K, 5K | Pleasanton, CA | Welcome to PPIE’s Run for Education, an event designed for our entire community. |
| 04/24/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 04/25/2024 | SAC State 5K | 5K | Sacramento, CA | TBD. This is a run that you will love as you make your way through the beautiful Sacramento State campus. |
| 04/26/2024 | Canyons Endurance Runs | 100M | Foresthill, CA | Starts in the historic gold-rush town of Auburn, birthplace of mountain ultras, located in the northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada range. |
| 04/27/2024 | Canyons Endurance Runs | 100K, 50K, 25K | Foresthill, CA | Canyons 100K distance is a Western States 100 Golden Ticket race where the top two female and male finishers earn direct entry to the Western States 100. |
| 04/27/2024 | Chocolicious 5K/15K | 15K, 5K, 2M | Fresno, CA | Welcome to the Chocolicious 15k, 5k and 2 Mile Run/Walk! Run or Walk one of our three courses and EARN the right to have your chocolate and eat it too! |
| 04/27/2024 | Mt. Tam Wild Boar Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K | Mill Valley, CA | Parts of this course include very narrow trails with steep drop-offs. The event is limited to 300 participants so don't wait too long to register! |
| 04/27/2024 | Nail the Rail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Shasta Lake, CA | Join us for a stroll along the Sacramento Rail Trail. |
| 04/28/2024 | Big Sur International Marathon | 26.2M, 21M, 11M, 12K, 5K | Big Sur, CA | The course is from Big Sur to Carmel on scenic Highway 1, the nation's first nationally-designated Scenic Highway. The course is USATF certified and is an official Boston qualifier. |
| 04/28/2024 | LMJS Fourth Sunday Race | 15K, 10K, 5K | Oakland, CA | Every month except February, March, and June. |
| 04/28/2024 | Mud Factor - Fresno | 5K | Sanger, CA | 5k obstacle run. |
| 04/28/2024 | Napa Valley Women's Half Marathon | 13.1M, 5K | Napa, CA | From walkers to runners, everyone can find their place at the Napa Women’s Half Marathon and 5K! |
May 2024
| Date | Event | Distance | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The Fog City Run is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 05/04/2024 | Beer City Half Sacramento | 13.1M, 10K, 5K, 1M | West Sacramento, CA | Join us along with Drake's Brewing Company at the Barn as we kick off Beer City Sacramento with a run along the Riverfront, through old Sac. |
| 05/04/2024 | Byxbee Park Run | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee Parkrun is a free, fun and friendly weekly 5K community event. The run starts at 8am. Please come along and join us whatever your pace! |
| 05/04/2024 | Folsom 100 | 100M | Folsom, CA | Come join us for the Folsom 100Mile Ultramarathon circumnavigating Folsom Lake! |
| 05/04/2024 | Hacienda Hills Run | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 9M, 10K, 5K | San Jose, CA | This event is located just outside San Jose at the Alameda Quicksilver Park. Prepare yourself for a spectacular day of California Trail running in the Hacienda Hills. |
| 05/04/2024 | Kerman Almond Festival Scholarship Fun Run | 5K | Kerman, CA | All family members are invited to join the fun! The fun includes a festival with live entertainment, food vendors, Almond Baking Contest and wine tasting. |
| 05/04/2024 | Little Loco Relay | 65M | Forest Ranch, CA | Embark on a journey back to the heart of trail running with the Little Loco, where the untamed wilderness of the Sierra Nevada mountains awaits. |
| 05/04/2024 | Miwok 100K | 100K | Stinson Beach, CA | The Miwok 100K is one of the most beautiful and inconic trail ultramarthons in the world. The race is very competetive at the front and a rewarding challenge for all. |
| 05/04/2024 | Redding Health Expo Run/Walk | 10K, 5K | Redding, CA | Prior to the opening of the Expo come run/walk with us. The race starts and finishes on the back side of Civic in the alley. |
| 05/05/2024 | Avenue of the Giants | 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K | Weott,CA | The Avenue of the Giants is staged in the Humboldt Redwoods State Park. The paved course winds through giant old growth Redwoods. |
| 05/05/2024 | Aztec Run | 5K | Oakland, CA | The Spanish Speaking Citizens' Foundation (SSCF) is pleased to bring you this fun-filled, family-friendly event to lift spirits and build community in celebration of Dia de los Muertos. |
| 05/05/2024 | Bay Bridge Half Marathon | 13.1M | Oakland, CA | Welcome to the only event across the Bay Bridge. We are focused on a mission to bring you a one-of-a-kind, fresh experience to our hometown. |
| 05/05/2024 | The Grand Climb | 5K | Fresno, CA | The Grand Climb awaits you! Are you up for the challenge? This events starts inside Chukchansi Park Stadium and finishes at the top of a 10-story building, The Grand Tower. |
| 05/05/2024 | Windsor Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Windsor, CA | Windsor Run and Wine is the most memorable race and post race festival in California! |
| 05/08/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | SanFrancisco, CA | The Fog City Run is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 05/11/2024 | Byxbee Park Run | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee Parkrun is a free, fun and friendly weekly 5K community event. The run starts at 8am. Please come along and join us whatever your pace! |
| 05/11/2024 | Grizzly Peak Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 10K | Berkeley, CA | The run starts at Lake Anza and travels through the beautiful and popular Tilden Park in the Berkeley Hills. T-shirts will be given to all pre-registered runners. |
| 05/11/2024 | Little Heroes 5K of Santa Rosa | 5K | Santa Rosa, CA | Join us for a SUPER HERO themed 5k and kids Hero Dash benefitting the Children's Tumor Foundation. |
| 05/11/2024 | Mermaid Run Mare Island | 18M, 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Vallejo, CA | Kick off spring with the annual Mermaid Classic that features a run for everyone. Enjoy the fresh air and positive vibes. |
| 05/11/2024 | Muir Woods Marathon | 26.2M, 13.1M, 7M | Stinson Beach, CA | Mt. Tamalpais is a treasure trove of pristine trails. The course is on the best single track the mountain has to offer with some of the most beautiful mileage you will ever run. |
| 05/11/2024 | Nitro Trail Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | San Pablo, CA | The original Brazen Racing event, Nitro Trail was the race that started it all! A dynamite race experience awaits! |
| 05/11/2024 | Paiute Meadows Trail Run | 50K, 30K, 13.1M, 4.5M, 1M | Susanville, CA | Join us at Susanville Ranch Park as we showcase the region's premiere trail system. |
| 05/11/2024 | Quicksilver 100K and 50K | 100K, 50K | San Jose, CA | The Quicksilver 100k race is a Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run qualifier! |
| 05/11/2024 | Race For Open Space | 35K, 25K, 12K, 1M | Monterey, CA | A fundraiser and awareness campaign to support Big Sur Land Trust and access to parks & open spaces. |
| 05/11/2024 | She.is.beautiful 5K & 10K | 10K, 5K | Santa Cruz, CA | We believe creating a stronger self mentally and physically manifests into a stronger self in all areas of your life. Let's move through this journey together. |
| 05/11/2024 | Sly Park Lake Trail Run | 50K, 26.2M, 18M, 13.1M, 8.5M, 10K, 5K | Pollack Pines, CA | The run around Sly Park Lake is a challenging course but no big climbs or long downhills. The trail goes through endless pine trees and is one of the best kept secrets in the Sierra. |
| 05/11/2024 | Stinson Beach Half Marathon | 13.1M, 7M | Stinson Beach, CA | Waiting at the Stinson Beach start line will be the only time you spend at sea level during this challenging trail run. |
| 05/11/2024 | Willow Glen 5K | 5K | San Jose, CA | The Willow Glen 5K Run/Walk for Education is back! |
| 05/11/2024 | Yosemite Half Marathon | 13.1M | Bass Lake, CA | The course includes rough terrain, fast downhill descent on a beautiful paved road and around Bass Lake. |
| 05/12/2024 | Mother's Day 5K/10K | 10K, 5K | Alameda, CA | Moms sign yourself up. Get your family to come and cheer you on or leave everyone at home! |
| 05/12/2024 | Shannon Rowbury's Mother"s Day 5K FUN/RUNch | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The Mother's Day 5K FUN/RUNch concept combines three things that we love the most: QualityRacing, Family Fun and Food! |
| 05/15/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | The Fog City Run is a hilly 5km (ish) route through the marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 05/15/2024 | Lost Coast 3 Day Stage Run | 60M | Fortuna, CA | Run California's remote and enchanting wilderness coast. The Lost Coast is so rugged California gave up trying to tame it! |
| 05/18/2024 | 13 Mile Trail Race Top Down | 13.1M | San Jose, CA | The course is point to point. It will be marked with single solid PINK color ribbons tied to clothespins, ORANGE cones, signs and gypsum. |
| 05/18/2024 | Bishop High Sierra Ultras | 100K, 50M, 55K, 20M, 6K | Bishop, CA | These are high altitude races, with lots of climbing, in the scenic foothills of the Eastern Sierra Nevada. |
| 05/18/2024 | Byxbee Park Run | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee Parkrun is a free, fun and friendly weekly 5K community event. The run starts at 8am. Please come along and join us whatever your pace! |
| 05/18/2024 | Girls on the Run - Silicon Valley | 5K | Los Gatos, CA | Join us for our 5K Celebration at Vasona Park. Our event is about accomplishing a goal and is not timed! Find your happy pace, keep moving forward and cross the finish line! |
| 05/18/2024 | Leigh Longhorn Stampede | 5K | San Jose, CA | Join us for a 5K event through Cambrian neighborhood. Whether you are a walker , a casual jogger, distance runner or just want to cheer on the participants come be a part of our community. |
| 05/18/2024 | Livingston Splash of Color Run | 5K | Livingston, CA | TBD. The 5k Fun Walk/Run will take begin in Memorial Park at 1339 Main Street and end up at Alvernaz Field after winding through several parks on the North side of town. |
| 05/18/2024 | Luc's Run | 10K, 2M | Tuolumne, CA | The scenic race route starts in a community of cheering local residents and proceeds through peaceful pastures with a challenging uphill climb through the historic streets of Tuolumne city. |
| 05/18/2024 | Moove Your Hooves | 5K | Davis, CA | This is the XCTF Club's signature event and fundraiser. Not only is it our biggest event but it is also our most fun event. |
| 05/18/2024 | Napa Wilderness Trail Runs | 40M, 50K, 30K, 13.1M, 10K | Napa, CA | Napa Wilderness Trail Runs at Skyline Park will offer a wide range of trail runs from Ultra distance to a 10k for new trail runners or folks just getting back to the trails. |
| 05/18/2024 | Run to Foster Hope | 5K | Sacramento, CA | Run to Foster Hope takes place in beautiful Land Park in Sacramento. Celebrate Foster Care Awareness Month with a beautiful day at the park while helping youth in your community. |
| 05/18/2024 | San Francisco 50/50 Endurance Runs | 50M, 50K | Rodeo Beach, California | Enjoy vistas of the Pacific Coast as you take a scenic tour of the spectacular Marin Headlands with views of Tiburon, Pirates Cove, San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. |
| 05/18/2024 | Sutter Buttes Spirit Mountain Run | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | Sutter, CA | Come join us as we run through the center of the Sutter Buttes, Pass Road, a scenic paved route through the smallest mountain range in the world. |
| 05/18/2024 | Wildcat Half Marathon | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | El Sobrante, CA | Plan your weekend and pack your camera! Hills and more hills! Views of San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Mount Tamalpais, the Bay and the ocean await you! |
| 05/19/2024 | Devil Mountain Run | 10K, 5K, 1M | Danville, CA | This is one of the Bay Area's oldest running traditions in Downtown Danville the first Saturday in May. |
| 05/19/2024 | Girls on the Run - Sacramento | 5K | Sacramento, CA | Join us for our 5K Celebration! Our event is about accomplishing a goal and is not timed! Find your happy pace, keep moving forward and cross the finish line! |
| 05/22/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
| 05/25/2024 | Armed Forces Half Marathon | 13.1M | Concord, CA | Runners will get an incredible panoramic view of the installation. This part of the course up until now has been strictly off-limits to civilians. |
| 05/25/2024 | Byxbee Park Run | 5K | Palo Alto, CA | Byxbee Parkrun is a free, fun and friendly weekly 5K community event. The run starts at 8am. Please come along and join us whatever your pace! |
| 05/25/2024 | Placerville Path Memorial Day Run | 13.1M, 15K, 10K, 5K | Placerville, CA | This race on the El Dorado Trail in Placerville is held rain or shine. The path is surrounded with beautiful oak trees, rolling hills and incredible views. |
| 05/25/2024 | Western States Memorial Weekend Training Runs | 70M | Over the Memorial Day weekend Western States offers three training runs to acquaint runners with the last 70 miles of the Western States course. | |
| 05/26/2024 | LMJS 4th Sunday Runs | 15K, 10K, 5K | Oakland, CA | Distances offered at these races are 5K (once around the lake), 10K (twice around the lake) and 15K (three times around the lake). |
| 05/29/2024 | Fog City Run | 5K | San Francisco, CA | A hilly 5km(ish) route through the Marina neighborhood and the Presidio. |
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