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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 itโ€™s your first organized run or youโ€™re aiming to improve your speed.

Youโ€™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. Youโ€™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 kidsโ€™ 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 youโ€™re preparing for your first 10k in California or simply want to enjoy a social, fitness-focused morning, Californiaโ€™s 5k scene has a race for you.

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Race Calendar: 5k Runs found in California

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Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K

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

Los Angeles, California
Sat 13 Dec 25
$44.65 - $67.93
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โ€˜A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10Kโ€™ (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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Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$32.80 - $48.70

California Classic Half Marathon

Fresno, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$49.45 - $107.75

Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$32.80 - $48.70

COVINA FUN RUN XXIX

Covina, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$23.60 - $29.00

Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

San Diego, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Aut2Run for Autism (15K, 5K, 10K, Fun-K, 1 Mile & Virtual Race)

Camarillo, California
Sun 26 Apr 26
$35.00 - $60.00

Orange County Multi-Sport Festival

Mission Viejo, California
Sun 26 Apr 26
$50.60 - $272.00

Vibha Bay Area Dream Mile 2026

Fremont, California
Fri 01 May 26
$32.80 - $69.90

CINCO DE MILE 5 QUE- FRESNO 5K

Fresno, California
Fri 01 May 26
$17.40 - $28.00

Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 02 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 02 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 02 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Finish The Ride and Finish The Run Griffith Park

Los Angeles, California
Sat 02 May 26 - Sun 03 May 26
$11.60 - $85.80

SoCal's Cinco De Miles 5K and 5 MILE

Huntington Beach, California
Sat 02 May 26
$31.00 - $48.32

Cinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 02 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Cinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 02 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Cinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 02 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

NURSES ROCK Run/Walk

San Dimas, California
Sat 02 May 26
$39.25 - $54.25

The Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival

Costa Mesa, California
Sat 02 May 26
Free - $185.21

Abrazo 5K Walk & 10K Run 2026

San Ysidro, California
Sat 02 May 26
$16.90 - $64.60

May the 4th be with You- The Empire Strides Back 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sun 03 May 26
$27.49 - $38.09

2026 Cal Tri Ventura - 5.3.26

Ventura, California
Sun 03 May 26
$31.59 - $526.00

Beer City Halfโ„ข Sacramento

Sacramento, California
Sun 03 May 26
Free - $93.75

SRLA Victory 5K

Los Angeles, California
Sun 03 May 26 - Fri 29 May 26
$43.40 - $48.70

CINCO DE MILE HALF MARATHON & OLE 5 QUE - BAKERSFIELD

Bakersfield, California
Sun 03 May 26
$17.40 - $59.80

Campus Life 5k - The FROZEN 5k!

Fresno, California
Sat 09 May 26
$12.50 - $33.95

Wild Rose Half Marathon & 5K

Roseville, California
Sat 16 May 26
$38.10 - $85.80

La Jolla Half Marathon & 5K

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

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Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 23 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Foster the Future Run

La Canada, California
Sat 23 May 26
$43.40 - $48.70

Memorial Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 23 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

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

Sacramento, California
Sat 23 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

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

San Francisco, California
Sat 23 May 26
$32.80 - $48.70

43rd Annual Providence Saint John's Health Center Brentwood Run

Los Angeles, California
Sun 24 May 26
$5.00 - $30.00

Laguna Hills Memorial Day Half Marathon, 5K & 10K

Laguna Hills, California
Mon 25 May 26
$17.75 - $103.60

Memorial Day 5K, 10K & Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk

Hemet, California
Mon 25 May 26
$32.80 - $54.00

Beer City Halfโ„ข San Jose

San Jose, California
Sat 30 May 26
$27.50 - $101.70

Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot

Long Beach, California
Sat 06 Jun 26
$6.30 - $80.50
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