Running Races in California — 2026

There are 892 running races in California in 2026 across 281 cities. The next upcoming race is the 2026 XTERRA WETSUITS Mission Bay Triathlon & San Diego 5K in San Diego on October 11. Popular distances include 5K races, half marathons, 10K races.

Beginner Sailing November 7/8

Sat, Nov 7 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Retirees / VeteransSponsored Civilian GuestsDoD Employees +2

From $200 Open

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Back the Blue

Sat, Nov 7 · Gilroy, CA Gilroy

Road 1- Mile Fun Run5k Run10k Run +1

From $40 Open Closing Soon 25 spots left

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3rd Annual Celebration Of Life 5K/Kids Run/Walk

Sat, Nov 7 · San Jose, CA San Jose

Road 5K Run/Walk (Shirt + Medal Included)Kids Run (12yrs and under) + Special Prize

From $15 Open

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Dig Deep Dash 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Nov 7 · Valencia, CA Valencia

Road 5K

From $35 Open

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Her Fall Forward 5K

Sat, Nov 7 · Stockton, CA Stockton

Road 5K

From $25 Open

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Phoenix 5K/10K

Sat, Nov 7 · Paradise, CA Paradise

Road Phoenix 5KPhoenix 10K

From $40 Open

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Alpha Kappa Psi - Psi Kappa Ocean Conservation 5K

Sun, Nov 8 · San Francisco, CA San Francisco

Open

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Friendship Walk SD 2026

Sun, Nov 8 · La Jolla, CA La Jolla

Friendship Walk and Fair 2026

From $18 Open

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Run for the Fallen 10K-5K at Merced College

Sun, Nov 8 · Merced, CA Merced

Open

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Donut Runners Rejoice – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half Marathon

Sun, Nov 8 · Long Beach, CA Long Beach

Road 5k10 Miler10K +1

From $24.5 Open

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Temecula Half Marathon, 10K, 5K

Sun, Nov 8 · Temecula, CA Temecula

Virtual 5K Run/Walk10KHalf Marathon +2

From $30 Open

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Shark Attack 5K & 1 Mile Run

Sun, Nov 8 · Corona, CA Corona

Road 1 Mile Run5K Run

From $40 Open

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RUN Colusa

Sun, Nov 8 · Colusa, CA Colusa

Road 5k10k1/2 Marathon

From $25 Open

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Silver Strand Veterans Day Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 12K & 5K - San Diego

Sun, Nov 8 · Coronado, CA Coronado

Virtual 5K - Duo Racer (Challenged Only)5K Run/Walk10 Mile - Enlisted /Veterans Military, Police and Fire, First Responders +8

From $21 Open

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Sri Chinmoy 6-Hour Race San Diego

Sun, Nov 8 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Road Sri Chinmoy 6-Hour Race San Diego

From $80 Open

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Friendship Walk SD

Sun, Nov 8 · La Jolla, CA La Jolla

2026 Friendship Walk SD2026 Friendship Fair Booth

From $15 Open

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Indio Veterans Day 5K & 10K Run/Walk

Wed, Nov 11 · Indio, CA Indio

Road 5K Run/Walk10K Run/Walk

From $35 Open

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Veterans Day Run

Wed, Nov 11 · Porterville, CA Porterville

Road 5K Run5K Walk10K Run

From $25 Open

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Running For Warriors

Wed, Nov 11 · Clovis, CA Clovis

Virtual 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk2 Mile Fun Run/Walk5k Fun Run/Walk +5

From $35 Open

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Friday the 13th Night Race -Deranged Turkey Trot: 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

Fri, Nov 13 · Long Beach, CA Long Beach

Road 5K: The Gobble Dash10K: The Stuffing SprintHalf Marathon

From $38.99 Open

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

Sat, Nov 14 · Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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2026 RACE at Your Own Pace to #ShadeOutDM - "Together we can Peace-Out DM"

Sat, Nov 14 · your city, CA your city

Open

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

Sat, Nov 14 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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City of Commerce 5K Turkey Trot

Sat, Nov 14 · Commerce, CA Commerce

Road Non Resident Turkey Tike Trot (12 and Under)Commerce Resident Turkey Tike Trot (12 and Under)Commerce Resident 5K 60 and Over +3

From $0 Open

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Downey Dance Team Turkey Trot 5k and Relay

Sat, Nov 14 · Downey, CA Downey

Road Downey Dance Team Turkey Trot 5k and Relay

From $30 Open

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LASD Turkey Trot 5K

Sat, Nov 14 · San Dimas, CA San Dimas

Road 5K

From $30 Open

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Konocti Climb 5K

Sat, Nov 14 · Kelseyville, CA Kelseyville

Trail Konocti Climb 5k

From $55 Open

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

Sat, Nov 14 · San Francisco, CA San Francisco

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Sacramento, CA

Sat, Nov 14 · Sacramento, CA Sacramento

Road First Responders & Military RegistrationChild Registration 12 & UnderAdult Registration +1

From $5 Open Closing Soon

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Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO

Sat, Nov 14 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Diabetes Awareness 5K (Stockton)

Sat, Nov 14 · Stockton, CA Stockton

Virtual Diabetes Awareness 5K (No T-shirt)Diabetes Awareness 5K - Virtual Race (No T-shirt)Diabetes Awareness 5K (T-shirt included)

From $30 Open

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Intermediate Sailing: November 14/15

Sat, Nov 14 · San Diego, CA San Diego

DoD EmployeesE7 & AboveSponsored Civilian Guests +2

From $200 Open

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Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

Sat, Nov 14 · San Francisco, CA San Francisco

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)Virtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

From $30 Open

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Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO

Sat, Nov 14 · Sacramento, CA Sacramento

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Kaweah Lake Bottom Trail Run

Sat, Nov 14 · Three Rivers, CA Three Rivers

Road 5k Run10K Run

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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Run for Hope

Sat, Nov 14 · Fresno, CA Fresno

Virtual 2 Mile5K10K +1

From $40 Open

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Wellness4You Turkey Trot 2026

Sat, Nov 14 · Atwater, CA Atwater

Open Closing Soon

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INTRODUCTION TO ARCHERY

Sat, Nov 14 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Open

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Catalina Island Half-Marathon & 10K

Sat, Nov 14 · Avalon, CA Avalon

Trail Kids Fun RunCatalina Island 10KCatalina Island Half Marathon +1

From $20 Open Closing Soon 50 spots left

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

Sat, Nov 14 · Sacramento, CA Sacramento

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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DoggieRun 4K/5K: Run to Promote Adoption! with pet or human division.

Sat, Nov 14 · Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles

Road DoggieRun 4K with PetOnly Human DivisionRegister as a Team - 4k with pet

From $60 Open

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Badges and Laces 5k

Sat, Nov 14 · Delano, CA Delano

Road Badges and Laces 5k

From $35 Open

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ZombieRunner Quarry Lakes

Sat, Nov 14 · Fremont, CA Fremont

Trail 5K (13 - 17 yo)5K5K (12 yo & under) +4

From $25 Open

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Thrive San Diego Half Marathon & 5K

Sat, Nov 14 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Virtual 5KCharity 5K - $250 fundraising commitmentVirtual 5K +4

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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SWEET ROLLS AHEAD! PUMPKIN CINNAMON ROLLS

Sat, Nov 14 · San Diego, CA San Diego

Active Duty E1-E6

From $5 Open 6 spots left

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Move4Life's Half-Marathon

Sat, Nov 14 · Sacramento, CA Sacramento

Road 2-Mile Walk5K Run10K Run +1

From $35 Open

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Merced Half Marathon

Sat, Nov 14 · Merced, CA Merced

Road Merced Half Marathon

From $75 Open

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Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES

Sat, Nov 14 · Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)Virtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

From $30 Open

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The Stuffing Shuffle – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

Sat, Nov 14 · Fountain Valley, CA Fountain Valley

Road 5k10KHalf Marathon

From $29.5 Open

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Huffin for the Stuffin- Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Sat, Nov 14 · Long Beach, CA Long Beach

Road 5K10KHalf Marathon +1

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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