East Bay Front Runners Pride Run and Walk
- Date Sat 11th October 2025 - Sun 19th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Oakland, California
- Price $33.75 - $38.75
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting celebration of pride and community at the 21st Annual East Bay Front Runners Pride Run and Walk, taking place from Saturday, October 11, 2025, to Sunday, October 19, 2025, in the vibrant city of Oakland, Alameda. This premier LGBTQ+ pride event features both in-person and virtual race options, allowing everyone to participate in the festivities. Join us at the picturesque Lake Merritt for the in-person races on October 11, with a choice of a 5K walk, 5K run, or 10K run, all starting at 9 AM from the Adams Point picnic area.
Whether you’re hitting the scenic route in Oakland or completing your race virtually from your favorite location, all participants will enjoy a supportive atmosphere while benefiting local organizations like The Pacific Center for Human Growth and Running for a Better Oakland. Registration starts at just $33.75 for virtual participants and $38.75 for in-person runners, with each participant receiving exclusive swag, including rainbow-tipped Pride socks and a finisher ribbon. Celebrate National Coming Out Day with us and be part of this uplifting event that promotes inclusivity, health, and community spirit!
Whether you’re hitting the scenic route in Oakland or completing your race virtually from your favorite location, all participants will enjoy a supportive atmosphere while benefiting local organizations like The Pacific Center for Human Growth and Running for a Better Oakland. Registration starts at just $33.75 for virtual participants and $38.75 for in-person runners, with each participant receiving exclusive swag, including rainbow-tipped Pride socks and a finisher ribbon. Celebrate National Coming Out Day with us and be part of this uplifting event that promotes inclusivity, health, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
HOSTED BY EAST BAY FRONT RUNNERS AND WALKERS
Come join us at the East Bay's premier LGBTQ+ Pride Race, EBFRW's 21st Annual Pride Run and Walk! We are offering both in-person and virtual options, with running and walking events:
IN-PERSON PRIDE RUN OR WALK At beautiful Lake Merritt in downtown Oakland
The race starts and finishes at the Adams Point picnic area adjacent to the Lake Merritt Sailboat House in Lakeside Park (on mapping apps: 568 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA) on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025 at 9AM. Events include a 5K WALK, 5K RUN AND 10K RUN. Registration for each event is $38.75 (INCLUDING $3.75 IN FEES). No refunds or exchanges. Proceeds benefit The Pacific Center for Human Growth in Berkeley, Running for a Better Oakland, and East Bay Front Runners & Walkers. All participants receive discounted shopping at Sports Basement and Road ID, finisher ribbon, and a pair of famed rainbow-tipped Pride socks. Top finishers receive medals. Finisher times will be available on our website and social media. The race celebrates National Coming Out Day.
VIRTUAL PRIDE RUN OR WALK
You have from SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025 THROUGH SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2025 to complete your distance. Events include a 5K WALK, 5K RUN AND 10K RUN. You can complete your race anywhere you like. Please do so safely. Registration fee is $33.75 (INCLUDING $3.75 IN FEES). No refunds or exchanges. Please send us your result no later than Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Proceeds benefit The Pacific Center for Human Growth in Berkeley, Running for a Better Oakland, and East Bay Front Runners & Walkers. All participants receive a PDF bib, discounted shopping at Sports Basement and Road ID, finisher certificate, and finisher ribbon. Print out your PDF bib and send us a photo of yourself wearing it. Finisher times will be available on our website and social media. The race celebrates National Coming Out Day.
Come join us at the East Bay's premier LGBTQ+ Pride Race, EBFRW's 21st Annual Pride Run and Walk! We are offering both in-person and virtual options, with running and walking events:
IN-PERSON PRIDE RUN OR WALK At beautiful Lake Merritt in downtown Oakland
The race starts and finishes at the Adams Point picnic area adjacent to the Lake Merritt Sailboat House in Lakeside Park (on mapping apps: 568 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA) on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025 at 9AM. Events include a 5K WALK, 5K RUN AND 10K RUN. Registration for each event is $38.75 (INCLUDING $3.75 IN FEES). No refunds or exchanges. Proceeds benefit The Pacific Center for Human Growth in Berkeley, Running for a Better Oakland, and East Bay Front Runners & Walkers. All participants receive discounted shopping at Sports Basement and Road ID, finisher ribbon, and a pair of famed rainbow-tipped Pride socks. Top finishers receive medals. Finisher times will be available on our website and social media. The race celebrates National Coming Out Day.
VIRTUAL PRIDE RUN OR WALK
You have from SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025 THROUGH SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2025 to complete your distance. Events include a 5K WALK, 5K RUN AND 10K RUN. You can complete your race anywhere you like. Please do so safely. Registration fee is $33.75 (INCLUDING $3.75 IN FEES). No refunds or exchanges. Please send us your result no later than Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Proceeds benefit The Pacific Center for Human Growth in Berkeley, Running for a Better Oakland, and East Bay Front Runners & Walkers. All participants receive a PDF bib, discounted shopping at Sports Basement and Road ID, finisher certificate, and finisher ribbon. Print out your PDF bib and send us a photo of yourself wearing it. Finisher times will be available on our website and social media. The race celebrates National Coming Out Day.
Races
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5K In-Person Run
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Pride-Themed Item TBD
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$38.75
Picnic area adjacent to Lake Merritt Sailboat House, Lakeside Park, 568 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 One loop around Lake Merritt -
5K In-Person Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Pride-Themed Item TBD
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$38.75
Picnic area adjacent to Lake Merritt Sailboat House, Lakeside Park, 568 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 One loop around Lake Merritt -
10K In-Person Run
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Pride-Themed Item TBD
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$38.75
Picnic area adjacent to Lake Merritt Sailboat House, Lakeside Park, 568 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA 94610 Two loops around Lake Merritt -
5K Virtual Run
Incl. $3.75 Fee
$33.75
Run or walk anywhere you like. -
5K Virtual Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee
$33.75
Walk anywhere you like. -
10K Virtual Run
Incl. $3.75 Fee
$33.75
Run or walk anywhere you like.
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