Run/Walk Events

Run to the Beach Trail Run • July 4, 2026 • Tahoe Vista, California Description:Celebrate Independence Day on the trails with the Run to the Beach Trail Run, a festive 5K and 10K that begins in North Tahoe Regional Park and finishes at the sandy shores of Lake Tahoe. Runners...

Dirty Dash at Kidder Creek • July 4, 2026 • Etna, California Get ready to splash, climb, crawl, and laugh your way through the Dirty Dash at Kidder Creek, a family-friendly obstacle and mud race held over Fourth of July weekend. Participants can choose between a 1.5K course for kids...

Join the Tahoe Trail 100 for an unforgettable endurance challenge amidst stunning mountain scenery and diverse terrains.

Badwater 135 — “The World’s Toughest Foot Race” Badwater 135 Ultramarathon • July 27–29, 2026 • Death Valley Basin to Whitney Portal (Furnace Creek/Lone Pine), CA Badwater 135: Covering 135 miles (217km) non-stop from Death Valley to Mt. Whitney, CA, the Badwater® 135 is the most demanding and extreme running...

Truckee Half Marathon | Truckee 5K • Saturday, August 1, 2026 • Truckee, California Description: The ninth annual Truckee Half Marathon & Truckee 5K invites runners to experience one of Northern California’s most scenic mountain race weekends. Set in the heart of Historic Downtown Truckee, both race distances start and...

Gear up for an unforgettable adventure at the Marlette 50K, an iconic trail running event set against the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Tahoe

Run With the Horses Marathon • August 15, 2026 • Green River, Wyoming The Run With the Horses Marathon offers runners a one-of-a-kind high-desert racing experience through the scenic landscapes surrounding Green River, Wyoming. Participants can choose from a marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K while taking in sweeping mountain...

Monterey Bay Half Marathon • September 19, 2026 • Marina/Seaside, CA The Monterey Bay Half Marathon delivers a scenic seaside running experience along the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail—perfect for runners chasing a personal best or a memorable fall race. The largely flat, bike-path course takes participants past beaches, through...

Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series San Jose • October 3–4, 2026 • San Jose, CA Learn More Half Marathon • 10K • 5K • KiDS ROCK Description:Rock ’n’ Roll San Jose turns downtown into a high-energy running block party, pairing a fast, flat course with live music, hype squads, and...

Looking for a scenic fall race? The Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K offers a fast coastal course with stunning Monterey Bay views.

Rio Del Lago 100 Mile & 50K Endurance Runs • November 7, 2026 • Granite Bay, CA Folsom to Auburn and Back • Learn More The Rio Del Lago Endurance Runs are iconic trail ultramarathon events in the Sierra Nevada foothills, featuring both a legendary 100-mile course and a challenging...

Run Santa Cruz • November 7, 2026 • Santa Cruz, CA Learn More Here Run Santa Cruz is a vibrant fall running event that invites participants to enjoy beautiful Northern California coastal scenery along a scenic course that typically showcases seaside views, local parks, and community neighborhoods. With options that...

Turkey Trot Los Angeles • November 26, 2026 • Los Angeles, CA Turkey Trot Los Angeles is one of the West Coast’s largest and most festive holiday running events, bringing tens of thousands of participants together on Thanksgiving morning for a fun, family-friendly 5K and 10K. The course rolls through...

Turkey Trot Los Angeles Turkey Trot Los Angeles • November 26, 2026 Turkey Trot Los Angeles is a Thanksgiving morning run/walk through Downtown LA, offering a festive way to start the holiday with family and friends. Participants run past iconic landmarks—including the Walt Disney Concert Hall—before finishing at Grand Park...