The Bertman Run
- Date Sat 17th January 2026
- Time 8:00AM PST
- Location Folsom, California
- Price $48.70 - $59.30
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for The Bertman Run on Saturday, January 17th, 2026, in scenic Folsom, Sacramento! This exciting event features a variety of race distances including a Fun Run, 5k, 10k, and a Half Marathon, along with an option for virtual participants. Join us at the Historic Folsom Station North Park and Ride, where the race will take place along the beautiful American River Bike Trail.
This inspiring event aims to raise crucial funds for Blood Cancer United, honoring the legacy of Bert Vicchio, the beloved father of race director Lianne Vicchio. With an 8:00 AM start, participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with morning treats, goodie bags, and the chance to win awards sponsored by Fleet Feet Folsom/Roseville. Medals will be awarded to all finishers, making this not just a race, but a memorable experience for everyone involved. Whether youβre running in-person or virtually, your participation helps in the fight against blood cancer. Donβt miss out on this uplifting eventβmark your calendars and join us in making a difference!
This inspiring event aims to raise crucial funds for Blood Cancer United, honoring the legacy of Bert Vicchio, the beloved father of race director Lianne Vicchio. With an 8:00 AM start, participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with morning treats, goodie bags, and the chance to win awards sponsored by Fleet Feet Folsom/Roseville. Medals will be awarded to all finishers, making this not just a race, but a memorable experience for everyone involved. Whether youβre running in-person or virtually, your participation helps in the fight against blood cancer. Donβt miss out on this uplifting eventβmark your calendars and join us in making a difference!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a Fun Run (5k, 10k, Half Marathon or virtual run/walk) to raise crucial funds for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS)- Now called Blood Cancer United in Honor of Bert Vicchio (Bertman)- race director's (Lianne Vicchio) dad. The fight to terminate blood cancer is ongoing and funds raised from the race will be donated to Blood Cancer United.
Where: Historic Folsom Station North Park and Ride (diagonal from Practical Cycle on Leidnesdorff and Folsom Blvd, at the end of the light rail station and the parking garage) and race will be on the American River Bike Trail.
When: Saturday January 17th, 2026 8:00am
Course Description: This is an out and back course on the American River Trail starting at the park and ride lot. THIS COURSE IS open and available to other river parkway users. PLEASE always stay to the left as walkers/runners on the bike trail. There will be an aid station at the 10k turn around and another at the Half marathon turnaround. No aid station for the 5k course. There is NO official BATHROOM at race start, please plan accordingly. There are bathrooms on course/on the bike trail as well as surrounding businesses.
Packet/Bib Pick-up is DAY OF ONLY. Starting at 6:55am, 1/17/26 at the Park and Ride lot. There are no official timing chips. Times will be logged manually. We hope in future years as this fundraiser grows, we will be able to add official timing to this race.
Goodie bags, bibs, and morning treats (donuts, coffee, bananas, muffins, tangerines, water and gatorades) will be ready for you at check-in. Medals will be awarded to all participants. Awards (Fleet Feet Folsom/Roseville is sponsoring with gift cards) will be handed out to the 1st place male and female in the 5k, 10k and Half Marathon. NO medals, awards or shirts will be mailed out if not collected on race day.
Yerba Mate will be on sight giving out free drinks all morning too!
Racing with us Virtually? Register as normal and send us your pictures and tag us on Instagram @TheBertmanRun
Where: Historic Folsom Station North Park and Ride (diagonal from Practical Cycle on Leidnesdorff and Folsom Blvd, at the end of the light rail station and the parking garage) and race will be on the American River Bike Trail.
When: Saturday January 17th, 2026 8:00am
Course Description: This is an out and back course on the American River Trail starting at the park and ride lot. THIS COURSE IS open and available to other river parkway users. PLEASE always stay to the left as walkers/runners on the bike trail. There will be an aid station at the 10k turn around and another at the Half marathon turnaround. No aid station for the 5k course. There is NO official BATHROOM at race start, please plan accordingly. There are bathrooms on course/on the bike trail as well as surrounding businesses.
Packet/Bib Pick-up is DAY OF ONLY. Starting at 6:55am, 1/17/26 at the Park and Ride lot. There are no official timing chips. Times will be logged manually. We hope in future years as this fundraiser grows, we will be able to add official timing to this race.
Goodie bags, bibs, and morning treats (donuts, coffee, bananas, muffins, tangerines, water and gatorades) will be ready for you at check-in. Medals will be awarded to all participants. Awards (Fleet Feet Folsom/Roseville is sponsoring with gift cards) will be handed out to the 1st place male and female in the 5k, 10k and Half Marathon. NO medals, awards or shirts will be mailed out if not collected on race day.
Yerba Mate will be on sight giving out free drinks all morning too!
Racing with us Virtually? Register as normal and send us your pictures and tag us on Instagram @TheBertmanRun
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