The Master's University Winter 5K

  • Date Sat 17th January 2026
  • Time 8:30AM PST
  • Location Santa Clarita, California
  • Price $11.60 - $32.80
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 1km, 5km

Event summary

Join the excitement at The Master's University Winter 5K, taking place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the picturesque Santa Clarita, Los Angeles! This beloved annual event has been a staple for local runners since 2011, offering a friendly atmosphere, a stunning course, and a strong sense of community. This year features two thrilling race options: the competitive 5K Challenge, designed for those aiming to finish in around 35 minutes, and the traditional 5K Run/Walk.

The scenic course starts at the TMU North Campus, meandering through the beautiful Placerita Canyon and Quigley Canyon Open Space before returning to the starting point. With a flat terrain perfect for runners of all ages and abilities, this event is a fantastic way to kick off the new year! Don't miss out on the fun – register early to secure your spot and receive a souvenir t-shirt. Celebrate health, community, and the joy of running at this year's Winter 5K!

Organiser's Description

SINCE 2011, THE MASTERS UNIVERSITY WINTER 5K HAS BEEN A FAVORITE AMONG LOCAL RUNNERS THANKS TO THE WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE, SCENIC COURSE, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS. THIS YEAR WE ARE CONTINUING 2025'S NEW FEATURES; THE KIDS 1K, AND A MORE COMPETITIVE 5K RACE THE 5K CHALLENGE. THE 5K CHALLENGE WILL BE LIMITED TO PARTICIPANTS WHOSE GOAL IS TO COMPLETE THE RACE IN AROUND 35 MINUTES. OUR TRADITIONAL 5K RUN/WALK WILL TAKE PLACE IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 5K CHALLENGE.



THIS YEAR'S COURSE WILL REPLICATE THE 2025 COURSE. THE RACE WILL START ON TMUS NORTH CAMPUS, WIND THROUGH PLACERITA CANYON AND QUIGLEY CANYON OPEN SPACE, AND WILL FINISH AT THE STARTING POINT ON NORTH CAMPUS. THE MASTER'S UNIVERSITY WINTER 5K BOASTS A SCENIC AND ENTIRELY FLAT COURSE WITH VARYING TERRAIN, PERFECT FOR PARTICIPANTS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES. COME EXPERIENCE WHAT LOCAL RUNNERS HAVE CALLED THEIR FAVORITE WAY TO START OFF THE NEW YEAR!



2025-26 REGISTRATION SCHEDULE



KIDS K:

JUL 1 -- EARLY REGISTRATION ($10)

SEP 1 -- GENERAL REGISTRATION ($15)

JAN 15 -- REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 11:59PM

JAN 17 -- RACE DAY REGISTRATION ($20) AVAILABLE - CASH OR CHECK



5K CHALLENGE & 5K RUN/WALK:

JUL 1 -- EARLY REGISTRATION ($30)

SEP 1 -- PRIORITY REGISTRATION ($35)

NOV 1 -- GENERAL REGISTRATION ($40)

DEC 25 -- LAST DAY TO REGISTER AND GUARANTEE SOUVENIR T-SHIRT

JAN 1 -- LATE REGISTRATION ($45)

JAN 15 -- REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 11:59PM

JAN 17 -- RACE DAY REGISTRATION ($50) AVAILABLE - CASH OR CHECK



AWARDS

PARTICIPANTS IN THE KIDS K, 5K CHALLENGE AND 5K RUN/WALK WILL ALL RECEIVE EVENT T-SHIRTS (EXACT SIZE NOT GUARANTEED FOR LATE REGISTRANTS) AND MEDALLIONS.



PRIZES FOR THE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE WINNERS, WILL BE AWARDED PER AGE GROUP OF THE 5K CHALLENGE RACE.

Races

  • Kids K

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt and Medallion Giveaway

    Sat 17th January 2026 (8:30AM PST)

    $11.60

    OPENS 01 JUL
    This course is 1km (a little over half a mile) and will take place around the Placeritos block. Registration is limited to ages 13 and under. Each participant will receive a Kid's 2025 Winter K t-shirt and medallion! -Updated course map will be available soon-
  • 5K Challenge

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th January 2026 (9:00AM PST)

    $32.80

    OPENS 01 JUL
    The first 5k race of this year's event will be limited to challengers who strive to run a 5k in 35 minutes or less. Each participant will receive a 2025 Winter 5k t-shirt and medallion! Prizes will be awarded to the overall winners of each age division! -Updated course map will be available soon-
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt and Medallion Giveaway

    Sat 17th January 2026 (9:45AM PST)

    $32.80

    OPENS 01 JUL
    We look forward to continuing our annual 5k fun run/walk! This race is open to any and all participants who would like to run, jog our even walk a 5k course. Each participant will receive a 2025 Winter 5k t-shirt and medallion! -Updated course map will be available soon-

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Location

The Master's University - North Campus, 24736 Quigley Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, 91321, CA, United States

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