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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
$44.65 - $67.93
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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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Run for Breast Cancer 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 06 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot

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

SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 06 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Breast Cancer 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 06 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 06 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Breast Cancer 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 06 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

2026 Lake Chabot Trail Challenge (Half Marathon & 5K)

Castro Valley, California
Sun 07 Jun 26
$44.00 - $69.90

Seaside Marathon CA

Ventura
Sun 07 Jun 26
$165.00

Hot Fudge Sundae Run

Fresno, California
Sun 07 Jun 26
$38.85 - $54.75

Run to FosterHope

Sacramento, California
Sat 13 Jun 26
Free - $39.16

SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk

Long Beach, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$33.00 - $49.40

2026 Cal Tri Castaic Lake - 6.20.26

Castaic, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
Free - $526.00

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Mission Possible Run

Los Angeles, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$38.10 - $69.90

Silicon Valley PRIDE 3rd Annual 5K & 10K

San Jose, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$27.50 - $48.70

Summer Solstice Run : 5K & 10K – LONG BEACH

Long Beach, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$35.97 - $46.57

Jade's Furry Friends 5K

Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino
Sat 20 Jun 26
$45.00

Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Los Angeles, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Sugar Daddy Race

Santa Clarita, California
Sat 20 Jun 26
$38.10 - $112.30

Summer time in the LBC 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sat 27 Jun 26
$32.79 - $42.33

2026 Cal Tri La Crema - 6.28.26

Guerneville, California
Sun 28 Jun 26
$31.59 - $526.00

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

Los Angeles, California
Sat 04 Jul 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Alameda July 4th Parade R.A.C.E.

Alameda, California
Sat 04 Jul 26
$27.95

Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sacramento, California
Sat 04 Jul 26
$32.80 - $48.70

Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco, California
Sat 04 Jul 26
$32.80 - $48.70

IRVINE 4th of July-Red, White, & Blue 5k & 1 Mile

IRVINE, California
Sat 04 Jul 26
$28.00 - $61.60

The Great American Race

Visalia, California
Sat 04 Jul 26
$28.25 - $54.75

Lookin' for a Cure Palo Alto

Palo Alto, California
Sat 11 Jul 26
$22.20 - $43.40

Endless Summer in the LBC 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sat 11 Jul 26
$32.79 - $42.33

Echo Park Lotus Run

Los Angeles, California
Sun 12 Jul 26
$54.00 - $59.30

Conquer The Pier at Venice Beach 5K

Venice, California
Sat 18 Jul 26
$48.70 - $59.30

2026 Strawberry Fields 5K & 2K

Oxnard, California
Sat 18 Jul 26
$17.00 - $23.00

Christmas In July 5k

Fresno, California
Sat 18 Jul 26
$44.15 - $60.05

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

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

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

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

Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

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

LBC - Good Vibes Run 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, California
Sat 25 Jul 26
$32.79 - $42.33

Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

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

Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

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