RUN FOR RIO 5k
- Date Sun 15th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Aptos, California
- Price $11.60 - $22.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the RUN FOR RIO 5K, happening on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Seascape Park in Aptos, Santa Cruz! This vibrant community event invites families to participate in a 5K walk/run (3.1 miles) and a special Kids 1K for children aged 10 and under. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event is all about promoting health, wellness, and community spirit while raising essential funds for Rio Del Mar Elementary School.
Join us rain or shine for a memorable day filled with excitement and camaraderie! Enjoy the added convenience of a virtual option for those who can't make it in person. Plus, families of four or five can take advantage of special discounts when signing up together. Participants will have the chance to win Fleet Feet gift cards and exclusive Rio gear as prizes for the top finishers in both the 1K and 5K races. Celebrate your achievement with delicious refreshments including Martinelli's apple juice and Pacific Cookie Co cookies, as well as a finisher's ribbon waiting for you at the finish line. Don't miss out on early bird pricing available until February 28! Join us in supporting
Join us rain or shine for a memorable day filled with excitement and camaraderie! Enjoy the added convenience of a virtual option for those who can't make it in person. Plus, families of four or five can take advantage of special discounts when signing up together. Participants will have the chance to win Fleet Feet gift cards and exclusive Rio gear as prizes for the top finishers in both the 1K and 5K races. Celebrate your achievement with delicious refreshments including Martinelli's apple juice and Pacific Cookie Co cookies, as well as a finisher's ribbon waiting for you at the finish line. Don't miss out on early bird pricing available until February 28! Join us in supporting
Organiser's Description
THE 2026 RUN FOR RIO 5K (3.1 MILES) WALK/RUN & KIDS 1K (FOR 10 & UNDER) IS A FUN COMMUNITY EVENT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!
THE EVENT WILL BE AT SEASCAPE PARK (RAIN OR SHINE!) AND WE WILL ALSO HAVE A 'VIRTUAL' OPTION FOR THOSE WHO DON'T LIVE IN TOWN OR WOULD PREFER TO DO IT ON THEIR OWN. SIGN UP A FAMILY OF 4 OR 5 FOR THE 5K AND RECEIVE DISCOUNT!
OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR THIS YEAR IS UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES!
THIS EVENT PROMOTES GOOD HEALTH & WELLNESS, WHILE ALSO RAISING FUNDS FOR RIO DEL MAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
THE RACE IS HOSTED BY THE RIO DEL MAR PARENT ALLIANCE IN SUPPORT OF OUR AMAZING STUDENTS AND TEACHERS!
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH FEB 28!
_FLEET FEET gift cards & Rio gear will be awarded to the TOP 5 FINISHERS (male/female) in both the 1k and 5k! _
_All participants will get a Fleet Feet coupon & we're giving ALL proceeds right back to Rio Del Mar Elementary school. _
_MARTINELLI'S APPLE JUICE, PACIFIC COOKIE CO COOKIES & a finishers ribbon will also be waiting for you at the finish line!_
_Thank you so much for your support & we hope to see you out there!_
THE EVENT WILL BE AT SEASCAPE PARK (RAIN OR SHINE!) AND WE WILL ALSO HAVE A 'VIRTUAL' OPTION FOR THOSE WHO DON'T LIVE IN TOWN OR WOULD PREFER TO DO IT ON THEIR OWN. SIGN UP A FAMILY OF 4 OR 5 FOR THE 5K AND RECEIVE DISCOUNT!
OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR THIS YEAR IS UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES!
THIS EVENT PROMOTES GOOD HEALTH & WELLNESS, WHILE ALSO RAISING FUNDS FOR RIO DEL MAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
THE RACE IS HOSTED BY THE RIO DEL MAR PARENT ALLIANCE IN SUPPORT OF OUR AMAZING STUDENTS AND TEACHERS!
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH FEB 28!
_FLEET FEET gift cards & Rio gear will be awarded to the TOP 5 FINISHERS (male/female) in both the 1k and 5k! _
_All participants will get a Fleet Feet coupon & we're giving ALL proceeds right back to Rio Del Mar Elementary school. _
_MARTINELLI'S APPLE JUICE, PACIFIC COOKIE CO COOKIES & a finishers ribbon will also be waiting for you at the finish line!_
_Thank you so much for your support & we hope to see you out there!_
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Seascape Park, Sumner Avenue, Aptos, 95003, CA, United States
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