5k Runs found in California
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The most comprehensive list of 5k Runs in and near California in 2025 - 2026. Find your perfect race!
Looking to take on a 5k in California? This distance is where many runners find their love for racing, offering a friendly, welcoming environment whether it’s your first organized run or you’re aiming to improve your speed.
You’ll find 5k events across California all year round, from large charity runs to smaller local races with a community feel. Los Angeles 5k events draw big crowds and lively atmospheres, while San Francisco 5k races mix flat waterfront courses with hilly routes that keep things interesting. San Diego 5k runs benefit from ideal weather and a laid-back vibe, making them a favorite for runners from across the country.
Many 5k races offer same-day registration, relaxed start times, and post-race gatherings that feel more like community celebrations than high-pressure competitions. You’ll often see themed events, age group awards, and fun race swag, adding to the experience no matter your finish time. Family-friendly races and kids’ distances are also common, making 5ks a great way to introduce younger runners to the sport.
Browse our 5k race listing below to find events that match your schedule and goals. Whether you’re preparing for your first 10k in California or simply want to enjoy a social, fitness-focused morning, California’s 5k scene has a race for you.
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Race Calendar: 5k Runs found in California
‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (San Diego, CA)
Escondido, CaliforniaLa Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaOffer
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAut2Run for Autism (15K, 5K, 10K, Fun-K, 1 Mile & Virtual Race)
Camarillo, CaliforniaOrange County Multi-Sport Festival
Mission Viejo, CaliforniaCINCO DE MILE 5 QUE- FRESNO 5K
Fresno, CaliforniaVibha Bay Area Dream Mile 2026
Fremont, CaliforniaSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaFinish The Ride and Finish The Run Griffith Park
Los Angeles, CaliforniaSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAbrazo 5K Walk & 10K Run 2026
San Ysidro, CaliforniaSoCal's Cinco De Miles 5K and 5 MILE
Huntington Beach, CaliforniaThe Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaNURSES ROCK Run/Walk
San Dimas, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, California2026 Cal Tri Ventura - 5.3.26
Ventura, CaliforniaMay the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Long Beach, CaliforniaBeer City Half™ Sacramento
Sacramento, CaliforniaCINCO DE MILE HALF MARATHON & OLE 5 QUE - BAKERSFIELD
Bakersfield, CaliforniaSRLA Victory 5K
Los Angeles, CaliforniaCampus Life 5k - The FROZEN 5k!
Fresno, CaliforniaRace to Cure Sarcoma San Francisco
San Francisco, CaliforniaWalk for Water 5k Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CaliforniaWild Rose Half Marathon & 5K
Roseville, CaliforniaVilla Park 5K
Villa Park, CaliforniaYOLO Run
Davis, CaliforniaCanyon City Classic
Azusa, CaliforniaLa Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaOffer
18% OFF with code: FINDARLEP
