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5k Runs found in California

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5k Runs in California 2025 - 2026

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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Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K

Santa Barbara
Sun 09 Nov 25
Free - $146.73
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β€˜A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Los Angeles, CA)

Los Angeles, California
Sat 13 Dec 25
$43.15 - $62.20
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β€˜A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (San Diego, CA)

Escondido, California
Sat 20 Dec 25
$43.15 - $62.20
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La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K

San Diego, California
Sat 16 May 26
$63.92 - $148.56

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Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

San Diego, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Beer City Halfβ„’ San Diego

San Diego, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
Free - $107.00

Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Cupids Flight - Love on the Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$31.73 - $42.33

Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

San Diego, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Valentines Live, Love, RUN 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Mateo, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$32.80 - $48.70

RUNTHROUGH LONG BEACH 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON RACE WEEKEND

Long Beach, Los Angeles County
Sat 14 Feb 26 - Sun 15 Feb 26
$30.00 - $42.00

RunThrough USA Long Beach 5k,10k & Half Marathon Race

Long Beach, California
Sat 14 Feb 26 - Sun 15 Feb 26
$45.52 - $62.22

The HEART RUN Half Marathon & 5K /10K / Half Marathon

Huntington Beach, California
Sat 14 Feb 26
$31.00 - $79.20

Love Yourself Run – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sun 15 Feb 26
$26.97 - $41.81

Coronado Valentine's Day 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Coronado, San Diego
Sun 15 Feb 26
$46.00 - $122.00

Run for the Beads - Mardi Gras Run 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sun 15 Feb 26
$31.73 - $40.21

Palm Desert 1/2 Marathon & 5K

Palm Desert, California
Sun 15 Feb 26
$15.84 - $80.50

SRLA Friendship Run

Pacoima, California
Sun 15 Feb 26 - Fri 29 May 26
$43.40 - $96.40

CELEBRATE LIFE RUN

Santa Ynez, California
Sat 21 Feb 26
$40.00

Beer City Halfβ„’ Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa, California
Sat 21 Feb 26
Free - $104.35

cmX 5K 2026

Long Beach, California
Sat 21 Feb 26
$11.60 - $32.80

Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run 1K & 5K

Long Beach, California
Sat 21 Feb 26
$27.50 - $38.10

Davis Stampede

Davis, California
Sun 22 Feb 26
$16.90 - $67.78

Impact 5K: Dash Thru the 80s

Pasadena, California
Sun 22 Feb 26
$40.00

9th Annual BRAVE Race 2026

Aliso Viejo, California
Sun 22 Feb 26
Free - $56.00

Crescent Moon Chase – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sun 22 Feb 26
$26.97 - $41.81

5K Run/Walk A Touch of Love Works

Lake Forest, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
$40.00

End of the Trail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Visalia, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
Free - $75.20

Fresh Start Sprint – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half

Long Beach, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
$26.97 - $41.81

SOCAL River Marathon - 26.2 - 13.1 - 10K - 5K

Huntington Beach, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
$43.40 - $1,041.00

Support Blue Fresno

Fresno, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
$45.50 - $67.00

L.A. CHINATOWN FIRECRACKER 5K/10K/KIDDIE/PAW'ER DOG RUN/WALK & BIKE RIDE

Los Angeles, California
Sat 28 Feb 26 - Sun 01 Mar 26
$13.00 - $81.00

Buzz Marathon #26

San Miguel, California
Sat 28 Feb 26
Free - $96.40

Screenland 5K

Culver City, California
Sun 01 Mar 26
$11.90 - $39.90

16th Annual Mardi Gras Madness 5K/10K!

Valencia, California
Sun 01 Mar 26
$45.20 - $72.20

Akash Wine Run 5k

Temecula, California
Sun 01 Mar 26
$28.49

Lakewood Run

Lakewood, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$27.50 - $133.50

Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Bell Gardens 5K

Bell Gardens, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$22.20 - $38.10

Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

San Diego, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 07 Mar 26
$32.80 - $48.70
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