MVRRC Shoe4Africa 5K Championship & Kids 1-mile Championship (Cash Prize)
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 7:00AM PDT
- Location Perris, California
- Price $20.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and competition at the MVRRC Shoe4Africa 5K Championship & Kids 1-Mile Championship on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in beautiful Perris, Riverside! This premier event features a thrilling 5K Championship race open to runners of all levels, along with an exciting 1-Mile Kids Championship for ages 12 and under, ensuring that everyone can join in the action. Young runners can also participate in the free Toddler Dash, a 200M race for kids aged 5 and under.
Participants will enjoy a scenic, USATF certified course along the stunning Lake Perris Dam, with breathtaking views and cool morning temperatures creating the perfect environment for achieving personal records. The event kicks off at 7:30 AM with race day packet pick-up, followed by the Kids 1-Mile Championship at 8:15 AM and the 5K Championship at 8:30 AM. With cash prizes awarded to the top finishers in both races and special bonuses for outstanding performances, this is a fantastic opportunity for competitive runners and beginners alike to showcase their skills. Don’t miss out on this exciting community event that combines athleticism with a purpose—mark your
Participants will enjoy a scenic, USATF certified course along the stunning Lake Perris Dam, with breathtaking views and cool morning temperatures creating the perfect environment for achieving personal records. The event kicks off at 7:30 AM with race day packet pick-up, followed by the Kids 1-Mile Championship at 8:15 AM and the 5K Championship at 8:30 AM. With cash prizes awarded to the top finishers in both races and special bonuses for outstanding performances, this is a fantastic opportunity for competitive runners and beginners alike to showcase their skills. Don’t miss out on this exciting community event that combines athleticism with a purpose—mark your
Organiser's Description
SHOE4AFRICA 5K CHAMPIONSHIP & KIDS 1-MILE CHAMPIONSHIP
What
Don't miss Southern California's premier Shoe4Africa Championship Race!
THE EVENT FEATURES:
1-Mile Kids Championship Race (Ages 12 & under)
5K Championship Race for all levels
Toddler Dash 200M (Ages 5 & under) -> FREE! (8:00 AM) Walkers, joggers, and competitive runners are all welcome! check mark button USATF Certified Course
check mark button Live Professional Chip Timing
WERE
Experience a scenic and historic racecourse along the beautiful Lake Perris Dam.
Participants will enjoy breathtaking lake views, cool morning temperatures, and a fast, flat course with no vehicle trafficperfect for first-time runners and personal records.
COURSE INFORMATION
Starts and finishes at the Dam area
Flat and fast course
Closed to vehicle traffic
Ideal for beginners, youth runners, and competitive athletes
WHEN
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Race Day Packet Pick-Up: Begins at 7:30 AM
Kids 1-Mile Championship: 8:15 AM
5K Championship Race: 8:30 AM
AWARDS & CASH PRIZES
Kids 1-Mile Championship Race (Ages 12 & under)
Awards to the Top 3 Boys
Awards to the Top 3 Girls,
SPECIAL BONUS
Any child (boy or girl) who runs 6:00 or faster in the 1-Mile Championship Race will receive a $50 Cash Bonus.
5K CHAMPIONSHIP RACE
Top 3 Overall Males & Top 3 Overall Females
1st Place $150
2nd Place $75
3rd Place $50
5K AGE GROUP AWARDS
Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers in the following age groups:
12 & Under
1319
2029
3039
4049
5059
6069
70+
Note: Overall Male and Female cash prize winners are not eligible for age group awards.
PARTICIPANT GIVEAWAYS
Finisher medal for all participants
First 50 registered participants receive an event T-shirt
This addition gives runners more opportunities to compete and be recognized while maintaining the prestige of the overall championship cash awards. male signfemale sign
Presented by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) and Shoe4Africa
Race Director: Henry Roman
📧 mvrrc@hotmail.com
REGISTRATION FEES
Kids 1-Mile Championship
$5.00
5K Championship Race
$20.00
Race Day Registration Available
Fees remain the same on race day.
Accepted Payment Methods
Cash
Venmo
Cash App
Zelle
PARK ENTRANCE FEE
Please note that Lake Perris State Recreation Area charges an entrance fee of $20 per vehicle.
Contact Information
Race Director: Henry Roman
📧 mvrrc@hotmail.com
Presented by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) and Shoe4Africa
"Run for a cause. Race for a purpose." male signfemale sign
What
Don't miss Southern California's premier Shoe4Africa Championship Race!
THE EVENT FEATURES:
1-Mile Kids Championship Race (Ages 12 & under)
5K Championship Race for all levels
Toddler Dash 200M (Ages 5 & under) -> FREE! (8:00 AM) Walkers, joggers, and competitive runners are all welcome! check mark button USATF Certified Course
check mark button Live Professional Chip Timing
WERE
Experience a scenic and historic racecourse along the beautiful Lake Perris Dam.
Participants will enjoy breathtaking lake views, cool morning temperatures, and a fast, flat course with no vehicle trafficperfect for first-time runners and personal records.
COURSE INFORMATION
Starts and finishes at the Dam area
Flat and fast course
Closed to vehicle traffic
Ideal for beginners, youth runners, and competitive athletes
WHEN
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Race Day Packet Pick-Up: Begins at 7:30 AM
Kids 1-Mile Championship: 8:15 AM
5K Championship Race: 8:30 AM
AWARDS & CASH PRIZES
Kids 1-Mile Championship Race (Ages 12 & under)
Awards to the Top 3 Boys
Awards to the Top 3 Girls,
SPECIAL BONUS
Any child (boy or girl) who runs 6:00 or faster in the 1-Mile Championship Race will receive a $50 Cash Bonus.
5K CHAMPIONSHIP RACE
Top 3 Overall Males & Top 3 Overall Females
1st Place $150
2nd Place $75
3rd Place $50
5K AGE GROUP AWARDS
Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers in the following age groups:
12 & Under
1319
2029
3039
4049
5059
6069
70+
Note: Overall Male and Female cash prize winners are not eligible for age group awards.
PARTICIPANT GIVEAWAYS
Finisher medal for all participants
First 50 registered participants receive an event T-shirt
This addition gives runners more opportunities to compete and be recognized while maintaining the prestige of the overall championship cash awards. male signfemale sign
Presented by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) and Shoe4Africa
Race Director: Henry Roman
📧 mvrrc@hotmail.com
REGISTRATION FEES
Kids 1-Mile Championship
$5.00
5K Championship Race
$20.00
Race Day Registration Available
Fees remain the same on race day.
Accepted Payment Methods
Cash
Venmo
Cash App
Zelle
PARK ENTRANCE FEE
Please note that Lake Perris State Recreation Area charges an entrance fee of $20 per vehicle.
Contact Information
Race Director: Henry Roman
📧 mvrrc@hotmail.com
Presented by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) and Shoe4Africa
"Run for a cause. Race for a purpose." male signfemale sign
Races
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MVRRC Shoe4Africa 5K Championship & Kids 1-Mile Championship (Cash Prize)
Sat 12th September 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$20.00
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17801 Lake Perris, Perris, 92571, CA, United States
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