Gardner Health Services 2025 Día de los Muertos Run-Walk
- Date Sat 1st November 2025
- Time 8:30AM PDT
- Location San Jose, California
- Price $32.80 - $64.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate life and community at the 6th Annual Gardner Health Services Día de los Muertos Run-Walk on Saturday, November 1, 2025! This vibrant event will take place along the picturesque Guadalupe River Trail in San Jose, Santa Clara, starting at 8:30 AM. Participants can choose between a family-friendly 5K and a more challenging 10K run-walk, all while embracing the spirit of Día de los Muertos.
Join in the festivities as we come together to honor our loved ones and raise funds to provide free medical care for children and families without insurance. In addition to the races, enjoy live music, entertainment, and a health resource fair. Don’t miss the chance to participate in El Desfile de Catrinas, a beautiful procession celebrating cultural heritage, beginning at 8:00 AM. Dress in your best Día de los Muertos attire, bring a photo of a loved one for the ofrenda, and immerse yourself in this uplifting event dedicated to health and community spirit!
Join in the festivities as we come together to honor our loved ones and raise funds to provide free medical care for children and families without insurance. In addition to the races, enjoy live music, entertainment, and a health resource fair. Don’t miss the chance to participate in El Desfile de Catrinas, a beautiful procession celebrating cultural heritage, beginning at 8:00 AM. Dress in your best Día de los Muertos attire, bring a photo of a loved one for the ofrenda, and immerse yourself in this uplifting event dedicated to health and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
We've kept you waiting long enough, but we're ready to hit the ground running for our 6TH ANNUAL GARDNER HEALTH SERVICES D'IA DE LOS MUERTOS RUN-WALK. Join us on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 8:30am along the Guadalupe River Trail in San Jose, CA. This fundraising event and health initiative brings together patients, clients, staff, and the community in celebration of life, health, and the lives of those we love eternally. Join us as we raise funds to help children and families who can't afford medical insurance get free care! The event will feature a family-friendly 5K and 10K run-walk route, music, entertainment, and a health resource fair. BUT WAIT! THERES MORE....
EL DESFILE DE CATRINAS
This year we will host El Desfile de Catrinas (Catrina Procession). Learn more about the history and meaning of Catrinas and enjoy a parade showcasing its beauty and culture. Participants and their families are welcome to walk in the parade at 8:00am before the race. More information to come with details and how to sign up. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Race Entry
* Bib and Timing Chip
* Finisher's Medal
* D'ia de los Muertos Tech Shirt
PACKET/BIB PICK-UP
* Friday, October 31, 2025 | 10:00am - 7:00pm | 1621 Gold St., San Jose, CA 95002
* Saturday, November 1, 2025 | 7:00am - 7:45am | 1621 Gold St., San Jose, CA 95002
WHAT TO WEAR
Show us your best D'ia de los Muertos spirit and come in masks, colorful makeup, and costumes (catrinas, calaveras, etc.). Or, wear the race shirt given at packet pick-up.
LA OFRENDA
Participants are encouraged to bring a photo of a passed loved one, flowers, etc. for our giant ofrenda on display (no glass or open flames).
* All items should be placed on the ofrenda by 7:30am
* Photos should be 5 x 7 or smaller
* Please pick up photo/items before leaving venue. All items left at the end of the event will be discarded.
EL DESFILE DE CATRINAS
This year we will host El Desfile de Catrinas (Catrina Procession). Learn more about the history and meaning of Catrinas and enjoy a parade showcasing its beauty and culture. Participants and their families are welcome to walk in the parade at 8:00am before the race. More information to come with details and how to sign up. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Race Entry
* Bib and Timing Chip
* Finisher's Medal
* D'ia de los Muertos Tech Shirt
PACKET/BIB PICK-UP
* Friday, October 31, 2025 | 10:00am - 7:00pm | 1621 Gold St., San Jose, CA 95002
* Saturday, November 1, 2025 | 7:00am - 7:45am | 1621 Gold St., San Jose, CA 95002
WHAT TO WEAR
Show us your best D'ia de los Muertos spirit and come in masks, colorful makeup, and costumes (catrinas, calaveras, etc.). Or, wear the race shirt given at packet pick-up.
LA OFRENDA
Participants are encouraged to bring a photo of a passed loved one, flowers, etc. for our giant ofrenda on display (no glass or open flames).
* All items should be placed on the ofrenda by 7:30am
* Photos should be 5 x 7 or smaller
* Please pick up photo/items before leaving venue. All items left at the end of the event will be discarded.
Races
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Día De Los Muertos 10K
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Race Tech Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (8:30AM PDT)
$64.60
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Día De Los Muertos 5K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Race Tech Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (8:30AM PDT)
$54.00
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Día De Los Muertos 5K (Kids 0-12)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Tech Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (8:30AM PDT)
$32.80
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