16th Annual Mardi Gras Madness 5K/10K!
- Date Sun 1st March 2026
- Time 7:30AM PST
- Location Valencia, California
- Price $45.20 - $72.20
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1km, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 16th Annual Mardi Gras Madness 5K/10K, taking place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, in the vibrant city of Valencia, Los Angeles! This exciting event promises fun for the whole family with a scenic USATF certified course that winds along the picturesque South Fork River Trail. Participants can choose between the 5K and 10K distances, or join in the Mini Madness 1K, making it perfect for runners, walkers, and even K9 companions.
Mardi Gras Madness is not just about the race; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for local charities, including Students Off And Running (SOAR), which provides essential marathon training for high school youth in Santa Clarita. Expect a lively atmosphere complete with a health and fitness expo, a beer garden, delicious food, games, giveaways, and even a costume contest! Enjoy live entertainment and the chance to win awards in various age groups. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of fitness and fun—mark your calendars and join us in Valencia for a memorable Mardi Gras Madness!
Mardi Gras Madness is not just about the race; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for local charities, including Students Off And Running (SOAR), which provides essential marathon training for high school youth in Santa Clarita. Expect a lively atmosphere complete with a health and fitness expo, a beer garden, delicious food, games, giveaways, and even a costume contest! Enjoy live entertainment and the chance to win awards in various age groups. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of fitness and fun—mark your calendars and join us in Valencia for a memorable Mardi Gras Madness!
Organiser's Description
MARDI GRAS MADNESS IS BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER FOR 2025!!!
ABOUT MARDI GRAS MADNESS
On Sunday, March 1, 2026, the members of the Junior Chamber International of Santa Clarita (JCI) and Santa Clarita Track Club are proud to present the 16th annual Mardi Gras Madness 5K/10K and Mini Madness 1K, benefiting JCI and Students Off And Running (SOAR) of Santa Clarita. SOAR provides a fully supported Los Angeles Marathon training experience to SCV high school youth ages 14-18 at no cost to participants or their families, and is an Official Featured Charity of the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon.
Mardi Gras Madness is a premier family fun run / walk centered in the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley. The event offers participants a scenic 5K / 10K USATF certified circuit course, chip timing, custom marathon quality finishers medal, tech T, health and fitness expo, beer garden, food, costume contest, games and giveaways, silent auction, celebrity hosting, and live entertainment. Mardi Gras Madness is open to strutters, strollers, and K9 participants as well. We hope to see you there! Thanks for your support!
COURSE INFORMATION
MGM is a USATF certified rolling 5K/10K circuit run on paseos, with bridge overpasses that will challenge many runners, throughout the City and along the scenic South Fork River Trail. Please be advised, there is a dirt equestrian trail element as part of the 10K course from Mile 3.25 Mile 4.85. CLICK HERE [http://www.weebly.com/uploads/3/9/0/9/39092133/finalcourselayoutcombined.pdf] for Course Details.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP AVAILABLE
Early bib and packet pickup will be available 10:00am-4:00pm Saturday, February 28th in the Canyon Club courtyard just inside the rear entrance at Valencia Town Center in Valencia close to H&M. Valid ID is required to receive a 2026 - 8 One 8 - Beer Garden Access wristband. No exceptions will be granted. Unfortunately, due to overwhelming demand, onsite registration cannot be guaranteed for 2026. CLICK HERE FOR EARLY PACKET PICKUP DETAILS. [https://mgm5k.weebly.com/early-packet-pickup.html]
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Check-In/Pre-Registration only: 6:30am - 8:00am
1K Warm Up: 7:25am
1K Start: 7:30am
5K/10K Warm Up: 7:55am
5K/10K Start: 8:00am
Awards Ceremony/Drawing Giveaways: 9:30am
AWARDS 1st - 3rd place age group awards in all 5K/10K race divisions as follows:
* 10 & Under
* 11-14
* 15-18
* 19-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60 +
Awards for top three 5K/10K Women & Men Overall winners.
Awards for top three Team Finishes.
All 5K/10K runners receive a custom finishers medal, t-shirt & goodie bag!
GENERAL INFO
Location: Valencia Town Center
Dates: Sunday, March 1, 2026, 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Address: Valencia Town Center - Valencia, CA 91355
Directions to Event: CLICK HERE [https://www.westfield.com/valencia/access]
ABOUT MARDI GRAS MADNESS
On Sunday, March 1, 2026, the members of the Junior Chamber International of Santa Clarita (JCI) and Santa Clarita Track Club are proud to present the 16th annual Mardi Gras Madness 5K/10K and Mini Madness 1K, benefiting JCI and Students Off And Running (SOAR) of Santa Clarita. SOAR provides a fully supported Los Angeles Marathon training experience to SCV high school youth ages 14-18 at no cost to participants or their families, and is an Official Featured Charity of the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon.
Mardi Gras Madness is a premier family fun run / walk centered in the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley. The event offers participants a scenic 5K / 10K USATF certified circuit course, chip timing, custom marathon quality finishers medal, tech T, health and fitness expo, beer garden, food, costume contest, games and giveaways, silent auction, celebrity hosting, and live entertainment. Mardi Gras Madness is open to strutters, strollers, and K9 participants as well. We hope to see you there! Thanks for your support!
COURSE INFORMATION
MGM is a USATF certified rolling 5K/10K circuit run on paseos, with bridge overpasses that will challenge many runners, throughout the City and along the scenic South Fork River Trail. Please be advised, there is a dirt equestrian trail element as part of the 10K course from Mile 3.25 Mile 4.85. CLICK HERE [http://www.weebly.com/uploads/3/9/0/9/39092133/finalcourselayoutcombined.pdf] for Course Details.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP AVAILABLE
Early bib and packet pickup will be available 10:00am-4:00pm Saturday, February 28th in the Canyon Club courtyard just inside the rear entrance at Valencia Town Center in Valencia close to H&M. Valid ID is required to receive a 2026 - 8 One 8 - Beer Garden Access wristband. No exceptions will be granted. Unfortunately, due to overwhelming demand, onsite registration cannot be guaranteed for 2026. CLICK HERE FOR EARLY PACKET PICKUP DETAILS. [https://mgm5k.weebly.com/early-packet-pickup.html]
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Check-In/Pre-Registration only: 6:30am - 8:00am
1K Warm Up: 7:25am
1K Start: 7:30am
5K/10K Warm Up: 7:55am
5K/10K Start: 8:00am
Awards Ceremony/Drawing Giveaways: 9:30am
AWARDS 1st - 3rd place age group awards in all 5K/10K race divisions as follows:
* 10 & Under
* 11-14
* 15-18
* 19-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60 +
Awards for top three 5K/10K Women & Men Overall winners.
Awards for top three Team Finishes.
All 5K/10K runners receive a custom finishers medal, t-shirt & goodie bag!
GENERAL INFO
Location: Valencia Town Center
Dates: Sunday, March 1, 2026, 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Address: Valencia Town Center - Valencia, CA 91355
Directions to Event: CLICK HERE [https://www.westfield.com/valencia/access]
Races
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Mini Madness 1K
Incl. $5.20 Fee & Order Your Tech-T Here!!
Sun 1st March 2026 (7:30AM PST)
$45.20
OPENS 28 JUN -
Mardi Gras Madness 5K
Incl. $6.40 Fee & Order Your Tech-T Here!!
Sun 1st March 2026 (8:00AM PST)
$61.40
OPENS 28 JUN -
Mardi Gras Madness 10K
Incl. $7.20 Fee & Order Your Tech-T Here!!
Sun 1st March 2026 (8:00AM PST)
$72.20
OPENS 28 JUN -
Virtual Runner - 5K Domestic (Includes Tech T and Finishers Medal Shipped to Continental US Only.)
Incl. $6.80 Fee & Order Your Tech-T Here!!
$66.80
OPENS 28 JUN -
Virtual Runner - 10K Domestic (Includes Tech T and Finishers Medal Shipped to Continental US Only.)
Incl. $7.20 Fee & Order Your Tech-T Here!!
$72.20
OPENS 28 JUN
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