18th Annual Sevathon 2026 | 5K Walk/Run, 10K Walk/Run, Tiny Trots 1K, & Virtual Runs

  • Date Sun 20th September 2026
  • Time 7:30AM PDT
  • Location Sunnyvale, California
  • Price $16.90 - $43.40
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1km

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Event summary

Join us for the vibrant 18th Annual Sevathon on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Baylands Park in Sunnyvale, Santa Clara! This exhilarating event features a variety of race distances including a 10K and 5K walk/run, as well as the adorable Tiny Trots 1K for the little ones. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Participants can also take part in virtual runs for those who prefer to join from home.

Sevathon is not just about the races; it's a celebration of community, purpose, and service inspired by the Sanskrit word "Seva." By registering for an event, you’ll be supporting nonprofit organizations and helping them fundraise for their important causes. The day kicks off with a warm-up session, followed by the races, entertainment, and plenty of delicious food options. Don’t miss this opportunity to push your limits, connect with fellow runners, and make a difference in your community. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day filled with fun, fitness, and camaraderie!

Organiser's Description

FROM THE SANSKRIT WORD SEVA MEANING SERVICE, SEVATHON WAS BORN AS AN INDIA COMMUNITY CENTER INITIATIVE. IT IS A PLATFORM DESIGNED TO BRING NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND PARTICIPANTS TOGETHER. WHEN PARTICIPANTS REGISTER FOR AN ACTIVITY AT SEVATHON AND SELECT THE NPO THEY WANT TO SUPPORT DURING THEIR REGISTRATION PROCESS, THEY HELP THE NPO FUNDRAISE FOR THEIR CAUSE.

WALKERS, RUNNERS, YOGA AND DANCE ENTHUSIASTS COME TOGETHER EACH SUMMER TO STRENGTHEN THE NON PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS' CAUSES AND COMMUNITIES.

DONT MISS OUT ON THE THRILLING EXPERIENCE OF PARTICIPATING IN THIS RACE. LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND BE PART OF THIS INCREDIBLE EVENT. COME CELEBRATE AND FUNDRAISE WITH US!



[MARK YOUR CALENDARS]

EVENT: 18TH ANNUAL ICC SEVATHON 2026
DATE: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
TIME: 7:00 AM ONWARD
LOCATION: BAYLANDS PARK, SUNNYVALE, CALIFORNIA
IN-PERSON EVENTS: 10K, 5K, TINY TROTS, 1K
VIRTUAL EVENTS: VIRTUAL 10K, VIRTUAL 5K

TIMELINE

7:30AM : WARM UP FOR 10K

8:00 AM : 10K WALK/RUN BEGINS IN WAVES
8:05 AM : WARM UP FOR 5K BEGINS

8:10 AM : 5K WALK/RUN BEGINS - IN WAVES
8:30 AM : FACE PAINTING FOR TINY TROTS- 1K WALK

8:45 AM : BREAKFAST FOR RUNNERS AND FOOD TO PURCHASE FOR ATTENDEES - (SHASTHA FOOD TRUCK)

9:00 AM : TINY TROTS START

9:00 AM : ENTERTAINMENT BEGINS

10:00 AM : NATIONAL ANTHEM & MEDAL DISTRIBUTION BEGINS FOR OVERALL CATEGORY

10:45 AM : ENTERTAINMENT CONTINUES

11:30 AM : FINAL MEDAL DISTRIBUTION (AGE WISE)

12:30 PM : GROUP PICTURES OF WINNERS



PRE EVENT PICK UPS
T-SHIRT AND BIB PICK UP WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 18TH AND SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19TH.

EVENT DAY PICK UPS
T-SHIRT AND BIB PICK UP IS AVAILABLE ON THE RACE DAY. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY AND HEAD TO THE REGISTRATION BOOTH. KEEP THE QR CODE RECEIVED IN YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL HANDY. TO AVOID DELAYS IN PARTICIPATING IN YOUR EVENT, PLEASE PLAN FOR PARKING, CHECK-IN, T-SHIRT, AND BIB PICK UP ACCORDINGLY.

[Routes]

10K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6605736305

5K: https://https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6597503067

1K : https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6597507421


There are overall winner medals in each race for Men and Women. Additionally there are age group winner medals. Timing mats will be placed at the start/finish point . Make sure to cross them for your timing accuracy especially 10K who will be doing 2 loops and be counted for awards.



[Want to Volunteer]

SIGN UP HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgEz4Rk5VRBtd1uOAQ6eJOf57p9CIa7lXxKM1tR6YHW4e_Sg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=106994005291115613293] TO VOLUNTEER FOR SEVATHON 2026!



UNFORGETTABLE CHALLENGE: PUSH YOUR LIMITS AND CONQUER THE COURSE. WHETHER YOURE A SEASONED ATHLETE OR JUST STARTING YOUR FITNESS JOURNEY, THIS RACE OFFERS A CHALLENGE SUITABLE FOR ALL LEVELS.

COMMUNITY SPIRIT: JOIN A COMMUNITY OF LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS WHO SHARE YOUR PASSION FOR RUNNING. THE CAMARADERIE AMONG PARTICIPANTS WILL GIVE YOU THE ENERGY AND SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE RACE.

PRIZE MEDALS: COMPETE AND RECEIVE MEDALS FOR YOUR HARD WORK AND DETERMINATION!



[Virtual Runs]

IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO JOIN US AT ICC SEVATHON 2026 ON THE RACE DAY BUT WANT TO SUPPORT A NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION AND ITS CAUSE, YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR THE 10K, OR 5K VIRTUAL RUN.

RUNNERS WILL HAVE FIVE (5) DAYS TO COMPLETE THE VIRTUAL RUN. PICK A DAY BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2026 - SEPTEMBER 20TH, 2026 TO RUN ANYTIME, ANYWHERE.

THE VIRTUAL RUN (5K, 10K) HAS TO BE COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY AND NOT OVER A PERIOD OF DAYS.

PARTICIPANTS WILL TRACK THEIR DISTANCE AND TIME VIA A RUN-TRACKING APP OF THEIR CHOICE, AND SUBMIT PROOF OF THEIR RUN TIME AND DISTANCE VIA SCREENSHOT TO RECEIVE THE T-SHIRT.

EMAIL PROOF OF SUBMISSION TO FIZA@INDIACC.ORG . SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 16TH, 2026 - SEPTEMBER 21ST, 2026.

T-SHIRT CAN BE PICKED UP AT ICC, 525 LOS COCHES ST, MILPITAS, CA 95035 BY OCTOBER 28TH, 2025. PLEASE NOTE T-SHIRTS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED.

REGISTER FOR THE 18TH ANNUAL ICC SEVATHON 2026 SOON. SEE YOU AT THE STARTING LINE!



TO LEARN MORE ABOUT INDIA COMMUNITY CENTER, VISIT INDIACC.ORG [https://www.indiacc.org/]

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 20th September 2026 (7:30AM PDT)

    $43.40

    OPENS 24 APR
    Please come pick your t-shirt and bib on the following days: Fri, Sep 18th from 3:00PM to 7:00PM at ICC (525 Los Coches St, Milpitas) Sat, Sep 19th from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at ICC (525 Los Coches St, Milpitas) Please make sure to bring the registration confirmation with you. Bib and T-shirt will only be given to the person whose name is on the registration. If you pick up your bib and t-shirt prior to the event day, you can proceed directly to warm up area by the stage. 10K Warm Up begins at 6:45 AM. Please plan sufficient time for parking.
  • 5k

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 20th September 2026 (8:00AM PDT)

    $43.40

    Please come pick your t-shirt and bib on the following days: Fri, Sep 26th from 3:00PM to 7:00PM at ICC (525 Los Coches St, Milpitas) Sat, Sep 27th from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at ICC (525 Los Coches St, Milpitas) Please make sure to bring the registration confirmation with you. Bib and T-shirt will only be given to the person whose name is on the registration. If you pick up your bib and t-shirt prior to the event day, you can proceed directly to warm up area by the stage. 5K Warm Up begins at 7:00 AM. Please plan sufficient time for parking.
  • Tiny Trots - 1K

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 20th September 2026 (9:30AM PDT)

    $16.90

    Please come pick your t-shirt and bib on the following days: Fri, Sep 18th from 3:00PM to 7:00PM at ICC (525 Los Coches St, Milpitas) Sat, Sep 19th from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at ICC (525 Los Coches St, Milpitas) Please make sure to bring the registration confirmation with you. Bib and T-shirt will only be given to the person whose name is on the registration. If you pick up your bib and t-shirt prior to the event day, you can proceed directly to warm up area by the stage. 1K Warm Up begins at 8:30 AM. Please plan sufficient time for parking.
  • Virtual 10K Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    $22.20

    This is a virtual participation event. Runners will have five (5) days to complete the challenge. Pick a day between Sep 14th, 2026 - Sep 18th, 2026 to run anytime, anywhere for this Virtual 10K Run (please note the run has to be completed on the same day and not over a period of days). Participants will track their distance and time via a run-tracking app of their choice, and submit proof of their run time and distance via screenshot to receive the t-shirt and finisher's medal. Email proof of submission to SevathonPM@indiacc.org. Submissions accepted between Sep 14th, 2026 - Sep 18th, 2026. T-shirt can be picked up at ICC, 525 Los Coches St, Milpitas, CA 95035 on Sep 21st and Sep 22nd, 2026. Please note the promo code does not apply to virtual runs.
  • Virtual 5K Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    $22.20

    This is a virtual participation event. Runners will have five (5) days to complete the challenge. Pick a day between Sep 14th, 2026 - Sep 18th, 2026 to run anytime, anywhere for this Virtual 10K Run (please note the run has to be completed on the same day and not over a period of days). Participants will track their distance and time via a run-tracking app of their choice, and submit proof of their run time and distance via screenshot to receive the t-shirt and finisher's medal. Email proof of submission to SevathonPM@indiacc.org. Submissions accepted between Sep 14th, 2026 - Sep 18th, 2026. T-shirt can be picked up at ICC, 525 Los Coches St, Milpitas, CA 95035 on Sep 21st and Sep 22nd, 2026. Please note the promo code does not apply to virtual runs.

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