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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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Always Hope Easter Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

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

Always Hope Easter Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

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

Santa Anita Derby Day 5K

Arcadia, California
Sat 04 Apr 26
$19.00 - $43.56

Always Hope Easter Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

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

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

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

Always Hope Easter Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

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

Run LA "City of Angels" - Spring 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

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

Always Hope Easter Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

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

10th Antioch Rotary Club Bunny Hop 5K a.k.a. Antioch Rotary BunnyHop "X"

Antioch, California
Sat 04 Apr 26
Free - $32.80

SPASM Lake Chabot Trail Run

Castro Valley, California
Sat 11 Apr 26
Free - $85.80

Los Angeles Superhero 5K Run Walk Health & Safety Expo

Los Angeles, California
Sat 11 Apr 26
$44.00

Bedrock Valley Trail Runs

Hemet, California
Sat 11 Apr 26 - Sun 12 Apr 26
$16.90 - $122.90

41st Nature Made Great Race: Half Marathon, 5K, 10K, 15K, 10M, 1M

Agoura Hills, California
Sat 11 Apr 26
$36.50 - $99.00

Ruth McKenzie Preserve Half Marathon | 10k | 5k | Kids Race

Clovis, California
Sun 12 Apr 26
$11.60 - $80.50

2026 Cal Tri Lake Perris - 4.12.26

Perris, California
Sun 12 Apr 26
Free - $526.00

Ramona Wine Country 5K

Ramona, California
Sat 18 Apr 26
$24.32 - $48.70

Nelson Family Vineyards Wine Run 5k

Ukiah, California
Sat 18 Apr 26
$33.49

3rd Annual Porterville 5K/10K Trail Run

Porterville, California
Sat 18 Apr 26
$11.60 - $22.20

Miss Winkles Fast & Furriest 5k/2mi

Clovis, California
Sat 18 Apr 26
$44.15 - $49.45

Run for the Planet - Earth Day 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

Long beach, California
Sat 18 Apr 26
$42.33 - $52.93

5K for Fragile X

San Dimas, California
Sat 18 Apr 26
$27.50

No Foolin' Foot Race

San Carlos, California
Sat 18 Apr 26
$22.20 - $69.90

Mountains 2 Beach Marathon and Half

Ventura, California
Sat 18 Apr 26 - Sun 19 Apr 26
$22.19 - $212.99

Paseo de Mariposa Trail Race

Mariposa, California
Sun 19 Apr 26
Free - $43.40

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

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

California Classic Half Marathon

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

Move4U 5K Run/Walk for Parkinson's, Dystonia, & Movement Disorders

Fountain Valley, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$20.00

COVINA FUN RUN XXIX

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

Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

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

Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

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

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

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

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

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

Orange County Superhero 5K Run Walk Health & Safety Expo

Irvine, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
Free - $44.00

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

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

Running Is For The Birds

Huntington Beach, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
Free - $48.70

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

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

Nail the Rail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Shasta Lake, California
Sat 25 Apr 26
$31.74 - $74.14

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

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

Orange County Multi-Sport Festival

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

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

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