Día De Los Muertos 5k Race
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Sacramento, California
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Día De Los Muertos 5k Race on Saturday, October 31st, 2026, in beautiful Sacramento! This exciting event celebrates the Day of the Dead while inviting participants of all ages and abilities to enjoy a scenic 5k run or walk at North Natomas Regional Park. Kicking off at 9 AM, the race features a fully paved, flat loop course that is stroller-friendly, ensuring everyone can join in the fun.
Participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere, complete with the option to wear costumes! All registrants will receive a t-shirt, medal, and sticker, while the top finishers in each age category will be awarded ribbons. Packet pick-up will take place on Friday, October 30th, from 5-8 PM and Saturday morning from 7-8:30 AM at the race location. This event is not only a fantastic way to celebrate a rich cultural tradition, but it also serves as a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program, supporting young athletes in their journey to the Junior Olympics. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of running, community, and celebration!
Participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere, complete with the option to wear costumes! All registrants will receive a t-shirt, medal, and sticker, while the top finishers in each age category will be awarded ribbons. Packet pick-up will take place on Friday, October 30th, from 5-8 PM and Saturday morning from 7-8:30 AM at the race location. This event is not only a fantastic way to celebrate a rich cultural tradition, but it also serves as a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program, supporting young athletes in their journey to the Junior Olympics. Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of running, community, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
Come celebrate D'ia De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) and run a 5k race.
5k run/walk starts 9am on Saturday October 31st, 2026. All levels are welcome, it is a fully paved path, strollers are welcome.
Packet Pick up is Friday October 30th at Sacramento Running Company 5-8pm and Saturday October 31st 7am-8:30am at North Natomas Regional Park (Same location as the race).
All participants will receive a t-shirt, medal, and sticker with registration, top 3 in each age group and top 3 over all in male and female categories will receive ribbons.
The race will be held at North Natomas Regional Park, it is a flat course held on the sidewalk which is a loop around the entire park. All ages and running/walking abilities are welcome to participate. Participants are welcome to wear costumes.
Only dogs allowed are service dogs, this is a USATF rule because this is a sanctioned race by USA Track and field.
https://www.usatf.org/home/top-utility-nav-content/event-insurance-sanctions/sanctions-faqs#Can%20dogs%20or%20other%20animals%20participate%20in%20sanctioned%20events? [https://www.usatf.org/home/top-utility-nav-content/event-insurance-sanctions/sanctions-faqs#Can%20dogs%20or%20other%20animals%20participate%20in%20sanctioned%20events?]
This is a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program. Every season members from Azteca FC work hard to qualify for the Junior Olympics. This 5k is a fundraiser to assist the athletes who qualify to attend and compete in the Junior Olympics. In July 2025, Jackson Sevilla and Ethan Tang, represented Azteca FC at the Junior Olympics In Savannah, Georgia. Your generous support helps athletes compete at the highest level and gain national recognition to help them earn opportunities to compete at the college level.
www.Aztecafc.com
Sponsors of this race include Lisa Kaplan, District 1 City of Sacramento Councilmember and Sacramento Running Company.
5k run/walk starts 9am on Saturday October 31st, 2026. All levels are welcome, it is a fully paved path, strollers are welcome.
Packet Pick up is Friday October 30th at Sacramento Running Company 5-8pm and Saturday October 31st 7am-8:30am at North Natomas Regional Park (Same location as the race).
All participants will receive a t-shirt, medal, and sticker with registration, top 3 in each age group and top 3 over all in male and female categories will receive ribbons.
The race will be held at North Natomas Regional Park, it is a flat course held on the sidewalk which is a loop around the entire park. All ages and running/walking abilities are welcome to participate. Participants are welcome to wear costumes.
Only dogs allowed are service dogs, this is a USATF rule because this is a sanctioned race by USA Track and field.
https://www.usatf.org/home/top-utility-nav-content/event-insurance-sanctions/sanctions-faqs#Can%20dogs%20or%20other%20animals%20participate%20in%20sanctioned%20events? [https://www.usatf.org/home/top-utility-nav-content/event-insurance-sanctions/sanctions-faqs#Can%20dogs%20or%20other%20animals%20participate%20in%20sanctioned%20events?]
This is a fundraiser for the Azteca FC youth Cross Country and track program. Every season members from Azteca FC work hard to qualify for the Junior Olympics. This 5k is a fundraiser to assist the athletes who qualify to attend and compete in the Junior Olympics. In July 2025, Jackson Sevilla and Ethan Tang, represented Azteca FC at the Junior Olympics In Savannah, Georgia. Your generous support helps athletes compete at the highest level and gain national recognition to help them earn opportunities to compete at the college level.
www.Aztecafc.com
Sponsors of this race include Lisa Kaplan, District 1 City of Sacramento Councilmember and Sacramento Running Company.
Races
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5k Run or Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$43.40
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