YOLO Run
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Davis, California
- Price $43.40 - $67.78
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting and meaningful day at the second annual YOLO Run on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the UC Davis Health Stadium in Davis, California! This uplifting event, starting at 8:00 a.m., encourages participants to embrace the spirit of "You Only Live Once" while supporting a vital cause. Choose from three race distances: a 10K, 5K, or a family-friendly 2K, all designed to accommodate runners of all ages and skill levels.
The YOLO Run not only promises a morning filled with sunshine and community spirit but also raises awareness for Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC), a serious intestinal disease affecting fragile infants. With the support of UC Davis Children's Hospital and the NEC Society, this event aims to bring attention to NEC Awareness Day while funding critical research and support for families affected by this condition. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in a fun and impactful event that combines fitness with philanthropy. Register early to secure your spot and event shirt, and join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families!
The YOLO Run not only promises a morning filled with sunshine and community spirit but also raises awareness for Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC), a serious intestinal disease affecting fragile infants. With the support of UC Davis Children's Hospital and the NEC Society, this event aims to bring attention to NEC Awareness Day while funding critical research and support for families affected by this condition. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in a fun and impactful event that combines fitness with philanthropy. Register early to secure your spot and event shirt, and join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families!
Organiser's Description
You Only Live Once, so join us for the YOLO Run for a morning of sunshine that benefits children and families. UC Davis Children's Hospital and the NEC Society are teaming up on May 16th because it's Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) Awareness Day.
Join us on the football field on May 16, 2026, at the UC Davis Health Stadium in Davis, California! The address is Bob Foster Team Center, 864 La Rue Rd, Davis, CA 95616
Choose your distance and get ready to start and finish your race in the Stadium at the second annual YOLO Run, presented by the NEC Society and UC Davis Children's Hospital.
NEC is an intestinal disease that can affect medically fragile infants during their first weeks and months of life. UC Davis Children's Hospital provides lifesaving care for babies at risk of NEC, and the NEC Society is the world's leading nonprofit advancing NEC research, education, and advocacy. Yolo County locals, Jennifer and Noah Canvasser, launched the NEC Society after tragically losing their son, Micah, to the disease. By teaming up with UC Davis Children's Hospital, the Canvasser family and NEC Society are building a world without NEC. Join us for the YOLO Run to support this work!
Interested in sponsoring the YOLO Run? Email Jennifer@NECsociety.org
Want to learn more about NEC? Check out NECsociety.org
RACE DAY INFO
* Race start time: 8:00 a.m.
* Registration fee includes a YOLO Run finisher's medal and shirt. Entries received after May 2 may not receive desired shirt size.
* Packet pick-up will be available at the Davis Fleet Feet on Friday, May 15, from 5:00-7:00 PM. Additional pick up will open at 6:45 a.m. on race morning. Arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. to check-in.
* Parking is available on campus in lot adjacent to the stadium.
COURSE MAPS
* Check out the YOLO Run 10K course [https://www.strava.com/routes/3344914588821352200]
* Check out the YOLO Run 5K course [https://www.strava.com/routes/3344913950497326112]
* Check out the YOLO Run 2K course [https://www.strava.com/routes/3344917734480315424]
POST-RACE
* 2025 YOLO Run photos by Facchino Photography available here [https://facchinophotography.zenfolio.com/f571249279]
* 2025 Race Results: View 2025 results here [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6143]
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Registrations completed after April 29 are not guaranteed to receive an event shirt. Our small team will do our best to accommodate all participants; however, we may be unable to provide a shirt or the requested shirt size for late registrations.
Join us on the football field on May 16, 2026, at the UC Davis Health Stadium in Davis, California! The address is Bob Foster Team Center, 864 La Rue Rd, Davis, CA 95616
Choose your distance and get ready to start and finish your race in the Stadium at the second annual YOLO Run, presented by the NEC Society and UC Davis Children's Hospital.
NEC is an intestinal disease that can affect medically fragile infants during their first weeks and months of life. UC Davis Children's Hospital provides lifesaving care for babies at risk of NEC, and the NEC Society is the world's leading nonprofit advancing NEC research, education, and advocacy. Yolo County locals, Jennifer and Noah Canvasser, launched the NEC Society after tragically losing their son, Micah, to the disease. By teaming up with UC Davis Children's Hospital, the Canvasser family and NEC Society are building a world without NEC. Join us for the YOLO Run to support this work!
Interested in sponsoring the YOLO Run? Email Jennifer@NECsociety.org
Want to learn more about NEC? Check out NECsociety.org
RACE DAY INFO
* Race start time: 8:00 a.m.
* Registration fee includes a YOLO Run finisher's medal and shirt. Entries received after May 2 may not receive desired shirt size.
* Packet pick-up will be available at the Davis Fleet Feet on Friday, May 15, from 5:00-7:00 PM. Additional pick up will open at 6:45 a.m. on race morning. Arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. to check-in.
* Parking is available on campus in lot adjacent to the stadium.
COURSE MAPS
* Check out the YOLO Run 10K course [https://www.strava.com/routes/3344914588821352200]
* Check out the YOLO Run 5K course [https://www.strava.com/routes/3344913950497326112]
* Check out the YOLO Run 2K course [https://www.strava.com/routes/3344917734480315424]
POST-RACE
* 2025 YOLO Run photos by Facchino Photography available here [https://facchinophotography.zenfolio.com/f571249279]
* 2025 Race Results: View 2025 results here [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6143]
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Registrations completed after April 29 are not guaranteed to receive an event shirt. Our small team will do our best to accommodate all participants; however, we may be unable to provide a shirt or the requested shirt size for late registrations.
Races
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2K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt (Short Sleeve, Microfiber)
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$43.40
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.78 Fee & T-Shirt (Short Sleeve, Microfiber)
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$67.78
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10K Run
Incl. $4.78 Fee & T-Shirt (Short Sleeve, Microfiber)
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$67.78
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Virtual Run/Walk
Incl. $4.78 Fee & T-Shirt (Short Sleeve, Microfiber)
$67.78
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