Alameda Island Running Festival

  • Date Sat 17th April 2027 - Sun 18th April 2027
  • Time 9:00AM PDT
  • Location Alameda, California
  • Price Free - $107.00
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1 Mile, 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the Alameda Island Running Festival, taking place on April 17th and 18th, 2027, in the beautiful city of Alameda! This vibrant event promises two full days of racing excitement, featuring a new 5-mile run and a family fun run on Saturday, followed by traditional favorites on Sunday, including a half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The festivities will be held at Faction Brewery, where participants and spectators can enjoy a lively post-run expo and a refreshing beer garden.

In addition to the races, the festival offers a Health and Wellness Expo presented by Alameda Health Systems, yoga sessions, and course previews to prepare for the big day. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Alameda Hospital Foundation and the Alameda Education Foundation, making this event a great opportunity to support local causes while celebrating health and fitness. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun day out, the Alameda Island Running Festival has something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to be part of an inspiring community event!

Organiser's Description

WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT WE ARE MOVING OUR ISLAND RUNNING FESTIVAL TO ALIGN WITH OUR SPRING RUN DATE(S) AND WILL BE BACK AT FACTION BREWERY FOR THE POST RUN EXPO AND BEER GARDEN. THERE WILL BE TWO DAYS OF RACING ALONG WITH OUR HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPO PRESENTED BY ALAMEDA HEALTH SYSTEMS.



JOIN US FOR A NEW 5 MILE DISTANCE OR THE FAMILY FUN RUN ON SATURDAY, OR STICK WITH ONE OF OUR TRADITIONAL SUNDAY EVENTS. THERE WILL ALSO BE YOGA ON SATURDAY, COURSE PREVIEWS AND THE EXPO



A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THE EVENT WILL BENEFIT THE ALAMEDA HOSPITAL FOUNDATION. PORTION OF OUR REGISTRATIONS WILL BE DONATED TO OUR BENEFICIARY ALAMEDA EDUCATION FOUNDATION. YOU CAN READ MORE ABOUT THEM FROM OUR DIRECT LINKS BELOW:

AHF WEBSITE: HTTPS://WWW.AHFGIFT.ORG [https://www.ahfgift.org]



RACE WEEKEND PACKET PICK UP:

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THURSDAY AND FRIDAY APRIL 15TH AND 16TH : LAUREN'S CLOSET 1420 PARK ST, ALAMEDA, CA. 94501

* 10:00am - 6:00pm * we encourage you to get your BIB and shirt early and sleep in race morning!

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SATURDAY 8:00AM - 10:00AM - RACE START/FINISH FACTION BREWERY 2501 MONARCH ST, ALAMEDA PT. ALAMEDA

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SUNDAY: 6:30AM - 8:15AM - RACE START/FINISH FACTION BREWERY 2501 MONARCH ST, ALAMEDA PT. ALAMEDA



RACE EVENTS AND SCHEDULE:

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SATURDAY:

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5 MILE RUN: 9:00AM

* 1 Mile family fun run: 10:00am
* Yoga on the patio presented by Breathing Room - 2:00pm

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SUNDAY

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HALF MARATHON: 7:30AM

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10K: 8:00AM

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5K PRESENTED BY PENUMBRA: 8:15AM



RACE TIMING AND RESTRICTIONS:

THE ISLAND RUNNING FESTIVAL IS A CHIP-TIMED EVENT. PARTICIPANTS CAN RUN, JOG OR WALK THE ENTIRE COURSE.

JOGGING STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED BUT ARE ASKED TO START IN THE BACK OF THE PACK. WHEELCHAIR ATHLETES ARE PERMITTED BUT DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS AND STREET CLOSURE RESTRICTIONS CANNOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE FASTEST RUNNER. NO BIKES, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS OR OTHER WHEELED VEHICLES ARE ALLOWED. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON OUR RACE COURSES. WE LOVE DOGS, BUT THERE ARE THOSE WHO ARE NOT SO COMFORTABLE AROUND THEM AND THERE ARE ALSO DOGS THAT ARE UNCOMFORTABLE AROUND HUNDREDS OF OTHER PEOPLE, THEREFORE NO DOGS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE OR AT THE FINISH LINE.

We will provide BIKE parking for those of you that prefer to bike to the event. See out athlete guide for more details as we approach Raceday



MEDICAL AND WATER STOPS:

WE WILL HAVE A DEDICATED PARAMEDICS TEAM ON SITE AND AVAILABLE TO HELP ASSESS YOUR RACE DAY MEDICAL NEEDS AND ADMINISTER ACUTE FIRST AID WHEN NECESSARY. A MEDICAL STATION WILL BE LOCATED NEAR THE FINISH LINE AND TEAM MEMBERS WILL BE ROAMING THE COURSE.

WATER STOPS: SEE MAPS PAGE FOR MORE INFO

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HALF: MILE 2, 5.5 & 11

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10K: MILE 2, 5.5

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5K: MILE 2 & 2.5



VOLUNTEERS:

WE CAN ALWAYS USE VOLUNTEERS AND IT TAKES THE SUPPORT OR OUR COMMUNITY AND FRIENDS TO MAKE THESE EVENTS SUCCESSFUL. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AND VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PAGE OR REACH OUT TO INFO@OUTFRONTENDURANCE.COM

Races

  • Island Half Marathon

    Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 18th April 2027 (7:30AM PDT)

    $107.00

    We are focused on bringing a beautiful, flat and fast Half Marathon course that showcases the island and historic views. We have had permit challenges in the past so will update the course as soon as we have the required approvals but plan to use a single loop that includes the shoreline trail(s)
  • Island 10K Run

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 18th April 2027 (8:00AM PDT)

    $64.60

    The 10K course will be a single loop that will include beautiful views, new trails and aid stations on Alameda point. All runner will receive a quality t-shirt, medal and post event food, beer and refreshments
  • Island 5k Run / Walk Presented by Penumbra

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 18th April 2027 (8:15AM PDT)

    $48.70

    The 5k is a 3.1 mile run circling some of the best parts of the Alameda Point and recently opened trails. All runner will receive a quality t-shirt, medal and post event food, beer and refreshments
  • 1 Mile Family Fun Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th April 2027 (11:00AM PDT)

    $27.50

    We are bringing back our family fun run for 2026. Bring the little kiddo's or your group of friends and run/walk the 1 mile loop. Everyone gets a finisher medal, shirt and post run food
  • Yoga on the Patio - Presented by Breathing Room

    Sat 17th April 2027 (2:00PM PDT)

    Free

    Join us for a quick stretch on the grass with Jenn Ekman and Breathing Room Yoga. it's the perfect pre-race activity, and even if your not racing join us for a free 30 minute class
  • 5 Mile Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th April 2027 (9:00AM PDT)

    $48.70

    New addition to the schedule. Our 5 mile option Saturday will showcase Alameda point and the historic taxiway with a single loop route

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2501 Monarch st, Faction Brewing, Alameda, 94501, CA, United States

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