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 itβs your first organized run or youβre aiming to improve your speed.
Youβll 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. Youβll often see themed events, age group awards, and fun race swag, adding to the experience no matter your finish time. Family-friendly races and kidsβ 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 youβre preparing for your first 10k in California or simply want to enjoy a social, fitness-focused morning, Californiaβs 5k scene has a race for you.
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Race Calendar: 5k Runs found in California
Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K
Santa BarbaraβA CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10Kβ (Los Angeles, CA)
Los Angeles, CaliforniaβA CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10Kβ (San Diego, CA)
Escondido, CaliforniaLa Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaOffer
18% OFF with code: FINDARLEP
CINCO DE MILE 5 QUE- FRESNO 5K
Fresno, CaliforniaSoCal's Cinco De Miles 5K and 5 MILE
Huntington Beach, CaliforniaThe Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CaliforniaNURSES ROCK Run/Walk
San Dimas, CaliforniaFinish The Ride and Finish The Run Griffith Park
Los Angeles, CaliforniaSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, CaliforniaSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, 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, CaliforniaCINCO DE MILE HALF MARATHON & OLE 5 QUE - BAKERSFIELD
Bakersfield, CaliforniaBeer City Halfβ’ Sacramento
Sacramento, CaliforniaSRLA Victory 5K
Los Angeles, CaliforniaCampus Life 5k - The FROZEN 5k!
Fresno, CaliforniaWild Rose Half Marathon & 5K
Roseville, CaliforniaLa Jolla Half Marathon & 5K
San Diego, CaliforniaOffer
18% OFF with code: FINDARLEP