Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run & Walk

  • Date Fri 3rd October 2025
  • Time 7:00PM PDT
  • Location Palo Alto, California
  • Price $49.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Join us for the 41st Annual Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run & Walk on Friday, October 3, 2025, in beautiful Palo Alto, Santa Clara! This exciting community event features a 5K Walk starting at 7:00 p.m., alongside a thrilling 10K Run at 8:15 p.m. and a 5K Run at 8:30 p.m. Participants can enjoy scenic routes while supporting local nonprofits that benefit kids, families, and independent journalism.

Get ready for a night filled with fun, camaraderie, and local spirit! Early registrants will receive a complimentary long-sleeve Moonlight Run shirt, and medals will be awarded to the top finishers in each division. Whether you choose to join us in person or participate virtually, this is a wonderful opportunity to stay active and give back to the community. Don’t miss outβ€”register today and help keep local journalism thriving while enjoying a fabulous night under the moonlight!

Organiser's Description

41ST ANNUAL PALO ALTO WEEKLY MOONLIGHT RUN & WALK | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2025

A BENEFIT EVENT FOR LOCAL NONPROFITS SUPPORTING BOTH KIDS AND FAMILIES AND LOCAL INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM.

This year, proceeds from registration fees will be dedicated to Embarcadero Media Foundations fund to support nonprofit community journalism. This fund helps ensure independent news remains a local resource for our community. Register today.

START TIMES

* 5:30 p.m. Venue, sponsor booths and registration open
* 7:00 p.m. 5K Walk
* 8:15 p.m. 10K Run
* 8:30 p.m. 5K Run

WATER STOPS

* 5K at mid-point
* 10K at miles 2 and 4.5

COURSE MAPS: VIEW ON MAPMYRUN.COM:

* 5K course map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2032910941]
* 10K course map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6579434777/]



RESULTS & AWARDS

Medals for first-, second- and third-place finishers in each division will be handed out on race night after all races have finished.

Virtual Option Available

This year's Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run & Walk will be offered in person and virtually! For more details on the virtual option, click the "Virtual Participation" option when registering.


GENERAL INFORMATION

NO REFUNDS

As a charity event, we are not able to give refunds. However, if your plans change, you may transfer your registration to a friend or family member. The deadline to gift your entry to a friend or family member is September 17th. To do so, follow these steps: (1) log in to your runsignup account (or click on "manage my entry" on your confirmation email) (2) within your account, navigate to your race entry/manage registration (3) select 'transfer to another runner' and fill in the required info of the recipient (first name, last name, email address). There is both a written and video tutorial for this process posted here [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062921-transfer-to-another-runner].

Changing Your Race Distance

If after registering, you would like to change your race distance (e.g. from the 10K Run to the 5K Run), you may make this adjustment within your runsignup account. To do so, follow these steps: (1) log in to your runsignup account (or click on "manage my entry" on your confirmation email) (2) within your account, navigate to your race entry / manage registration (3) select 'Transfer to Another Event" and then select the new event. There is both a written and video tutorial for this process posted here [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event].

The deadline to make adjustments is September 29th at 11:59 pm. After this time, adjustments must be made on race night at the Problems and Solutions / Information tent.

MOONLIGHT RUN SHIRTS

Each registration completed before October 1st includes a free long-sleeve Moonlight Run shirt (while supplies last) and race bib, both of which can be picked up at check-in on the day of the event. Shirt sizes and availability are not guaranteed, and we encourage you to arrive early on race night for the best selection.

WHATS CHANGED FOR 2025?

No half marathon: Due to construction along the route, the half marathon will not be held this year. We recommend trying the 10K instead. The half marathon will return in 2026 once construction is complete.

Updated race start times: Weve made a few small adjustments to start times for 2025.
7:00 PM 5K Walk (unchanged)
8:15 PM 10K Run (previously 8:25 PM)
8:30 PM 5K Run (previously 8:15 PM)

The 10K course has been updated this year. View the new map HERE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2032910941].

NEW: VISIT OUR MERCH BOOTH!
Stop by the merch booth to purchase:
-Moonlight Run posters
-Moonlight Run t-shirts
-Tote bags
-Stickers
-Memberships to Palo Alto Online (and any of our other publications)
All proceeds support local journalism.

Reminder: No cash is accepted on site. Please bring a card or mobile payment.

SAFETY PROTOCOL

Headlamps are highly recommended for all runs.

PARKING AND LOGISTICS

Race check-in, sponsor and race headquarters booths, first aid and food/water are on the infield of the Baylands Athletic Center, located at the end of Geng Rd.

We recommend arriving at least an hour before your event. Police and volunteers will direct you to parking in nearby business lots off Embarcadero Rd. and E. Bayshore Rd. Please do not park in the Stanford Eye Clinic lot.

Limited checking of small personal bags & backpacks is available.

Dogs are permitted on the 5K walk but not on the runs. No retractable leashes. Bring your own clean-up bag. Jogging strollers are welcome on the 5k walk or at the back of the runs.

Races

  • 5K Walk (Not Timed)

    Incl. Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    Fri 3rd October 2025 (7:00PM PDT)

    $49.00

    OPENS 07 JUL
  • 5K Run (Timed)

    Incl. Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    Fri 3rd October 2025 (8:30PM PDT)

    $49.00

    OPENS 07 JUL
  • 10K Run (Timed)

    Incl. Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    Fri 3rd October 2025 (8:15PM PDT)

    $49.00

    OPENS 07 JUL
  • Virtual Participant

    Incl. Long Sleeve T-Shirt

    $49.00

    OPENS 07 JUL

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1900 Geng Road, Palo Alto, 94303, CA, United States

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