Kiwanis El Segundo PTA Run for Education 5k|10k

Saturday, April 24, 2027

8:00 AM PDT

El Segundo, California

$22.95–$49.64 · 4 races

1km, 5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Kiwanis El Segundo PTA Run for Education, taking place on Saturday, April 24, 2027, in the vibrant city of El Segundo, Los Angeles! This exciting event features a 5K and 10K race, winding through picturesque neighborhoods on closed streets, offering an easy-to-moderate hill course perfect for runners of all levels. For the little ones, there's a 1K Fun Run for kids aged 6 to 10 and a 1/2K Fun Run for toddlers aged 2 to 5, ensuring everyone can join in the fun!

Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to engage in a healthy activity, but it also supports a great cause—proceeds from the race benefit the El Segundo Unified Schools, supporting students from pre-K through 12th grade. Participants will enjoy a lively post-race Finish Line Expo, complete with custom die cast finisher medals, race t-shirts, and goodie bags. With awards for top finishers and age categories, along with chip timing and multiple water stations, this event promises a memorable experience for all involved. Mark your calendars, and don’t miss out on this rewarding community event, rain or shine

Races

5k Run/Walk

Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt

As one of the more unique courses in Southern California, the Run for Education features a moderate coastal climate and a tour of El Segundo neighborhoods and schools. The 5K Run/Walk is an easy-to-moderate hill course through local neighborhoods.

8:00 AM PDT

$44.30

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10k Run

Incl. $4.64 Fee & T-Shirt

As one of the more unique courses in Southern California, the Run for Education features a moderate coastal climate and a tour of El Segundo neighborhoods and schools. The 10K Run is a moderate-to-challenging hill course through local neighborhoods that follows the 5K course twice with a slight modification to the 2nd loop.

8:00 AM PDT

$49.64

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1/2k Kids Fun Run

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

This untimed run, is geared for children 2-5 years old. The 1/2K Kids Run will start at the corner of Main St and Mariposa Ave south of Library Park and then run west on Mariposa Ave, turn right on Richmond St, turn right on Palm Ave, then right on Main Streetessentially one lap around Library Park. Each runner will receive an official race shirt & bib, and finishers medal (while supplies last). Children 10 and under who compete in the 5K may also compete in the age appropriate Kids Run at no additional cost, however, they will not receive a second Kids Run finishers medal. Although this race is intended for kids, parents are welcome to run with their children (no additional registration is needed by the parent).

10:00 AM PDT

$22.95

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1k Kids Fun Run

Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

This untimed run, is geared for children 6-10 years old based on ability. The 1K Kids Run will start at the corner of Main St and Mariposa Ave south of Library Park and is a two loop race. Runners begin on Main and Mariposa then run west on Mariposa Ave, turn right on Richmond St, turn right on Palm Ave, then right on Main Street, and then repeat the loop a second time essentially two laps around Library Park. Each runner will receive an official race shirt & bib, and finishers medal (while supplies last). Children 10 and under who compete in the 5K may also compete in the age appropriate Kids Run at no additional cost, however, they will not receive a second Kids Run finishers medal. Although this race is intended for kids, parents are welcome to run with their children (no additional registration is needed by the parent).

10:15 AM PDT

$22.95

Register

Organiser's description

REGISTER BEFORE PRICE INCREASE AT MIDNIGHT APRIL 12, 2027

_PRE-RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: THURSDAY APRIL 22RD 5-8PM, FRIDAY APRIL 23RD 11AM-7PM ___

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 8PM ON FRIDAY, APRIL 23RD.
RACE MORNING PACKET PICK UP AND IN-PERSON REGISTRATION WILL OPEN AT 6:30AM ON APRIL 24TH.

* 5K Run/Walk is an easy-to-moderate hill course loop through local neighborhoods on closed streets. The 10K Run essentially runs the 5K loop twice.
* 1K Fun Run for kids ages 6 to 10. 1/2K Fun Run for kids ages 2 to 5. All youth, 10 and under, registered for the 5K receive a free Fun Run entry.
* Event includes large Post Race Finish Line Expo.
* USA Track and Field (USATF) Sanctioned Event (26-33-160500) with Certified Courses (CA21007TEB and CA21021TEB).
* Chip timing. Mile markers. Multiple water stations.
* THIS EVENT IS A USATF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION (SCA) 2027 ROAD RUNNING GRAND PRIX SERIES EVENT.
* Proceeds benefit the El Segundo Unified Schools, supporting students pre-K-12th grade.
* Start/finish: El Segundo High School, 640 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245.
* All 5K, 10K, and Fun Run participants receive custom die cast finisher medals.
* ALL REGISTRANTS RECEIVE CUSTOM RACE T-SHIRT (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) AND GOODIE BAG.
* Awards: Top 3 Overall Male and Female 5K and 10K Winner Trophies; Medals for Top 3 in each age category: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-17, (0-12 and 13-17 for 10K), 18-23, 24-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 plus. Team type winners each receive special medals.
* No dogs allowed in race

EVENT WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE