Lemon Zest 5K & Kids 1K Dash
- Date Sat 7th March 2026
- Time 7:30AM PST
- Location Upland, California
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready for a zestful day of fun at the 5th Annual Lemon Zest 5K & Kids 1K Dash, taking place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in the vibrant city of Upland, San Bernardino! This family-friendly event celebrates Upland's rich citrus heritage and is the first race in the 2026 Healthy Upland 5K Series. Participants of all ages are invited to join in the excitement, with the 5K run kicking off at 8:00 a.m. sharp, following a lively check-in starting at 6:30 a.m. For our youngest runners, the Kids 1K Dash for children aged 9 years and younger will start earlier at 7:30 a.m.
The Lemon Zest 5K promises a scenic route that begins and ends at the Magnolia Recreation Center, making it the perfect atmosphere for both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a day of health and community. All participants will receive a participation medal, with additional prizes for top finishers in various categories. Don't miss the chance to wear your event T-shirt with pride—guaranteed for early registrants! Mark your calendars and get ready to experience the sweetness of community spirit
The Lemon Zest 5K promises a scenic route that begins and ends at the Magnolia Recreation Center, making it the perfect atmosphere for both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a day of health and community. All participants will receive a participation medal, with additional prizes for top finishers in various categories. Don't miss the chance to wear your event T-shirt with pride—guaranteed for early registrants! Mark your calendars and get ready to experience the sweetness of community spirit
Organiser's Description
CALLING ALL LEMON HEADS!
Come out and join the City of Upland for our 5th Annual Lemon Zest 5K & 1K Dash is the first of our 2026 Healthy Upland 5k Series This is the perfect family-friendly event to celebrate Upland's citrus industry. There's nothing sour about this 5K!
LEMON ZEST 5K RUN ROUTE:
The Lemon Zest will start and finish at Magnolia Recreation Center
LEMON ZEST 5K RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Check-In: 6:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Start Time: 8:00 a.m. SHARP
LEMON ZEST 1K KID DASH RACE DAY SCHEDULE (9 YEARS & YOUNGER):
Check-in: 6:30 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
Start Time: 7:30 a.m. SHARP (Starts 30-minutes prior to the 5K)
FEES:
*Online registration is available through Friday, February 28
*PLEASE NOTE:
-Event T-shirts are guaranteed for all registration through midnight, Sunday, January 19.
AWARDS:
*Participation medals provided to all participants.
*Prizes and medals will be awarded to Overall Finisher - Male & Female
*Medals will be provided to 1st Place Finishers in each age category of the 5K Run.
BIB & T-SHIRT EARLY PICK-UP:
*Bibs & T-Shirts will be available for pick-up at the Landecena Community Center located at 1325 San Bernardino Road, Upland on Thursday, March 5, 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
REFUND POLICY:
*All entry fees are non-refundable
*The entry fee for this year's event is not transferable to another participant or future events.
*This event will be held rain or shine.
Come out and join the City of Upland for our 5th Annual Lemon Zest 5K & 1K Dash is the first of our 2026 Healthy Upland 5k Series This is the perfect family-friendly event to celebrate Upland's citrus industry. There's nothing sour about this 5K!
LEMON ZEST 5K RUN ROUTE:
The Lemon Zest will start and finish at Magnolia Recreation Center
LEMON ZEST 5K RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Check-In: 6:30 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Start Time: 8:00 a.m. SHARP
LEMON ZEST 1K KID DASH RACE DAY SCHEDULE (9 YEARS & YOUNGER):
Check-in: 6:30 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
Start Time: 7:30 a.m. SHARP (Starts 30-minutes prior to the 5K)
FEES:
*Online registration is available through Friday, February 28
*PLEASE NOTE:
-Event T-shirts are guaranteed for all registration through midnight, Sunday, January 19.
AWARDS:
*Participation medals provided to all participants.
*Prizes and medals will be awarded to Overall Finisher - Male & Female
*Medals will be provided to 1st Place Finishers in each age category of the 5K Run.
BIB & T-SHIRT EARLY PICK-UP:
*Bibs & T-Shirts will be available for pick-up at the Landecena Community Center located at 1325 San Bernardino Road, Upland on Thursday, March 5, 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
REFUND POLICY:
*All entry fees are non-refundable
*The entry fee for this year's event is not transferable to another participant or future events.
*This event will be held rain or shine.
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Magnolia Park, 651 W. 15th Street, Upland, 91786, CA, United States
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