Lafayette Res Run for Education
- Date Sun 19th October 2025
- Time 6:00AM EST
- Location Lafayette, California
- Price $34.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the Lafayette Res Run for Education on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in beautiful Lafayette, Contra Costa! This vibrant community event brings together families, friends, and dedicated runners for a day of fun and fitness, featuring a 10K at 8:15 AM, a 5K at 8 AM, and a 2-mile run/walk at 8:45 AM. The Lafayette Res Run is not just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for local schools, having raised over $178,000 for educational programs in recent years.
Whether you're a serious competitor, a casual walker, or part of the stroller brigade, there's something for everyone. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in the popular Reservoir Challenge, a virtual race around the stunning 2.7-mile paved trail of Lafayette Reservoir from October 12-19. The Lafayette Res Run for Education promises a memorable day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and a chance to make a positive impact in our schools. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a great cause!
Whether you're a serious competitor, a casual walker, or part of the stroller brigade, there's something for everyone. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in the popular Reservoir Challenge, a virtual race around the stunning 2.7-mile paved trail of Lafayette Reservoir from October 12-19. The Lafayette Res Run for Education promises a memorable day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and a chance to make a positive impact in our schools. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THE LAFAYETTE RES RUN FOR EDUCATION
The Lafayette Chamber [https://lafayettechamber.org] and the City of Lafayette [https://www.lovelafayette.org/] are co-sponsors of the Lafayette Res Run for Education which is traditionally held the third Sunday in October.
THE 2024 LAFAYETTE RES RUN FOR EDUCATION WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20. 5K: 8AM, 10K: 8:15AM, 2 MILE: 8:45AM IN DOWNTOWN LAFAYETTE, CA.
Back by popular demand, from its introduction in 2020, you can register for the RESERVOIR CHALLENGE the virtual race which runs around the 2.7-mile paved trail of the Lafayette Reservoir October 12-19. Please note, the Reservoir Challenge is not an option on Sunday, October 20 as the Reservoir will be closed for the 10K runners. The Reservoir Challenge is great opportunity to safely walk or run the Reservoir on your own, perhaps beating your time from last year.
Beneficiaries of the event are the local schools and the services and programs of the Chamber. See below for what we gave back to our schools last year!
The Run is the citys most popular family affair, involving kids, parents, grandparents, and hundreds of serious runners from throughout the Bay Area. Join us in 2024 for the 10k, 5k, the 2 mile run/walk for fun or the Reservoir Challenge! Sprinters, walkers, the stroller brigade and many of Lafayettes top four legged residents are welcome to join in the fun.
THE FIRST 100 STUDENTS TO REGISTER FROM EACH SCHOOL WILL RECEIVE A VOUCHER FOR A FREE 1/4 POUND OF BULK CANDY FROM ZOONIE'S DURING PACKET PICKUP!
PACKET PICKUP
Race packets that include our traditional long sleeve t-shirt (while supplies last) and race bib will be available for pickup at the Lafayette Chamber Office, 251 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette, CA [map it] [https://g.page/LafayetteChamber?share] on the following dates/times:
Tuesday, October 15, 9am-5pm
Wednesday, October 16, 10-6pm
Thursday, October 17, 9am-5pm
Friday, October 18, 9am-1pm
Saturday, October 19, 9am-noon
Sunday, October 20, 7:15am-8:45am (at RACE CHECKIN near Starbucks on Mt. Diablo Blvd.)
Support your school. Sign up now!
**Parking and fees are not included in registration price.
GIVING BACK TO OUR LOCAL SCHOOLS
The 31st annual Lafayette Res Run for Education was a HUGE success! In 2023, 2240participants registered and ran on the fall Sunday morning complete with a rainbow. This annual fundraiser has allowed the Lafayette Chamber the ability to give back $178,195.27 over the past 5 years directly to our local school organizations! The 2023 community effort raised a record breaking $48,219.71.
Burton Valley Elementary PTA $10,265.51
Happy Valley School Parents Club $8,352.67
Lafayette Elementary PTA $8,747.77
Springhill PFC $8,034.39
Stanley PTA $9,513.47
Acalanes Parents Club $1,936.80
Campolindo Parents Club $811.70
Miramonte Orinda Network for Education (ONE) $557.40
Thank you to everyone who contributed in making this such a successful event.
Banner photo by Gloria Touchet Photography [https://www.gloriatouchet.com/]
The Lafayette Chamber [https://lafayettechamber.org] and the City of Lafayette [https://www.lovelafayette.org/] are co-sponsors of the Lafayette Res Run for Education which is traditionally held the third Sunday in October.
THE 2024 LAFAYETTE RES RUN FOR EDUCATION WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20. 5K: 8AM, 10K: 8:15AM, 2 MILE: 8:45AM IN DOWNTOWN LAFAYETTE, CA.
Back by popular demand, from its introduction in 2020, you can register for the RESERVOIR CHALLENGE the virtual race which runs around the 2.7-mile paved trail of the Lafayette Reservoir October 12-19. Please note, the Reservoir Challenge is not an option on Sunday, October 20 as the Reservoir will be closed for the 10K runners. The Reservoir Challenge is great opportunity to safely walk or run the Reservoir on your own, perhaps beating your time from last year.
Beneficiaries of the event are the local schools and the services and programs of the Chamber. See below for what we gave back to our schools last year!
The Run is the citys most popular family affair, involving kids, parents, grandparents, and hundreds of serious runners from throughout the Bay Area. Join us in 2024 for the 10k, 5k, the 2 mile run/walk for fun or the Reservoir Challenge! Sprinters, walkers, the stroller brigade and many of Lafayettes top four legged residents are welcome to join in the fun.
THE FIRST 100 STUDENTS TO REGISTER FROM EACH SCHOOL WILL RECEIVE A VOUCHER FOR A FREE 1/4 POUND OF BULK CANDY FROM ZOONIE'S DURING PACKET PICKUP!
PACKET PICKUP
Race packets that include our traditional long sleeve t-shirt (while supplies last) and race bib will be available for pickup at the Lafayette Chamber Office, 251 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette, CA [map it] [https://g.page/LafayetteChamber?share] on the following dates/times:
Tuesday, October 15, 9am-5pm
Wednesday, October 16, 10-6pm
Thursday, October 17, 9am-5pm
Friday, October 18, 9am-1pm
Saturday, October 19, 9am-noon
Sunday, October 20, 7:15am-8:45am (at RACE CHECKIN near Starbucks on Mt. Diablo Blvd.)
Support your school. Sign up now!
**Parking and fees are not included in registration price.
GIVING BACK TO OUR LOCAL SCHOOLS
The 31st annual Lafayette Res Run for Education was a HUGE success! In 2023, 2240participants registered and ran on the fall Sunday morning complete with a rainbow. This annual fundraiser has allowed the Lafayette Chamber the ability to give back $178,195.27 over the past 5 years directly to our local school organizations! The 2023 community effort raised a record breaking $48,219.71.
Burton Valley Elementary PTA $10,265.51
Happy Valley School Parents Club $8,352.67
Lafayette Elementary PTA $8,747.77
Springhill PFC $8,034.39
Stanley PTA $9,513.47
Acalanes Parents Club $1,936.80
Campolindo Parents Club $811.70
Miramonte Orinda Network for Education (ONE) $557.40
Thank you to everyone who contributed in making this such a successful event.
Banner photo by Gloria Touchet Photography [https://www.gloriatouchet.com/]
Races
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5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.00
OPENS SOON -
10K Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th October 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$34.00
OPENS SOON -
2 Mile
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 19th October 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$34.00
OPENS SOON -
Reservoir Challenge
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$34.00
OPENS SOON
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