Moorpark Groundhog Day 5k/1M

Saturday, February 6, 2027

8:00 AM PST

Moorpark, California

$22.20–$32.80 · 2 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating Moorpark Groundhog Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, February 6, 2027, in beautiful Moorpark, Ventura! This vibrant community event supports Moorpark High School's cross country and track programs, making it a meaningful way to engage with local athletics. The main attraction is the fast and chip-timed 5K road race that starts at the high school and culminates in an exciting finish at the stunning Moorpark High School stadium. Runners of all ages and abilities are encouraged to join, and every participant aged 11 and under who completes the 5K will receive a special finisher medal.

For the younger crowd, the fun continues with the "Catch the Groundhog" 1 Mile Fun Run, exclusively for kids 11 and under, held on the track and also featuring finisher medals for all young athletes. Don't miss out on the fantastic post-race festivities, including an awards ceremony with age group medals, refreshing snacks, local vendors, and a raffle filled with wonderful prizes donated by generous local businesses. Mark your calendars for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Moorpark Groundhog Day event!

Races

5k Run

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE FRIDAY 2/06/26 5:00pm to 7:00pm -- Race Packet Pick-Up and Registration -Location at Moorpark High School, 4500 Tierra Rejada Rd in Moorpark -Community Room near Library (enter campus off Arroyo Vista Park Drive/Countrywood) RACE DAY - SATURDAY 2/07/26 6:30am Race Day Registration and Bib Pick-Up Opens (at MHS Stadium, park in any MHS lot) 7-10am Pre and Post Race Festival at MHS Stadium 7:50am National Anthem 8:00am 5k Race starts on track 9:00am 1 Mile Kids/Family Fun Run on Track, Catch the Groundhog! 9:15am 5k Awards Ceremony 5k AWARDS -all finishers age 11 and under will receive a medal -plaque to overall top male and female -medals for top three finishers male/female of each age group: 0-7 8-11 12-15 16-19 20-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-69 70-79 80-120 (1 medal)

8:00 AM PST

$32.80

Register
1M Fun Run

Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE FRIDAY 2/06/26 5:00pm to 7:00pm -- Race Packet Pick-Up and Registration -Location at Moorpark High School, 4500 Tierra Rejada Rd in Moorpark -Community Room near Library (enter campus off Arroyo Vista Park Drive/Countrywood) RACE DAY - SATURDAY 2/07/26 6:30am Race Day Registration and Bib Pick-Up Opens (at MHS Stadium, park in any MHS lot) 7-10am Pre and Post Race Festival at MHS Stadium 7:50am National Anthem 8:00am 5k Race starts on track 9:00am 1 Mile Kids/Family Fun Run on Track, Catch the Groundhog! 9:15am 5k Awards Ceremony 1M FINISHERS MEDAL -all finishers will receive a medal

9:00 AM PST

$22.20

Register

Organiser's description

Benefiting Moorpark High Schools cross country and track programs, the Groundhog Day event consists of two events. Starting at the high school, the 5k is a fast, chip timed road race with an exciting finish at the beautiful Moorpark High School stadium. All ages and abilities are welcome. All participants age 11 and under who complete the 5k will received a finisher medal. There will also be a Catch the Groundhog 1 mile fun run for kids 11 and under which will be held on the track with finisher medals for all. Registration fees include a t-shirt for all runners (shirts are only guaranteed if you register by Sunday 1/24/27).

POST-RACE FESTIVITIES INCLUDE THE AWARDS CEREMONY WITH AGE GROUP MEDALS PLUS REFRESHMENTS, VENDORS, AND A RAFFLE OF WONDERFUL PRIZES DONATED BY LOCAL BUSINESSES.