Summertime Events for Active Kids in Northern California
Another summer is upon us, and we’ve compiled a list of athletic-oriented events in and around Northern California that active families and kids can enjoy, making this summer fly on by.
June
Top Pick:
| 🌟 June 23 – Davis, CA — Positive Energy Kids Triathlon. Open to all kids ages 3 to 15 years. Held in a swim-bike-run format; experience not needed. Entry includes a t-shirt, heavyweight finisher medal, post-race sno-cone and pancakes. Children can enter as individuals or in a parent/child team division. For older siblings and parents: there’s a 5K run or walk taking place before the triathlon, so parents can squeeze in some exercise of their own. |
| Why we like it: It’s affordable + kids will love the post-race sno cones and pancakes. Cost: $30-$55, depending on division. More Info: Triathlon website | 5K website |
Honorable Mentions:
⭐ June 22 – Elk Grove, CA — Run 4 Hunger. Hosted by the Elk Grove Food Bank, this event offers 5K, 10K and Kids Run options.
Why we like it: The cause needs year-round support, not just at Thanksgiving
Cost: $20-$37, depending on division.
More Info: website
⭐ June 23 – Stanford, CA — Summer Scamper. Various kids fun run divisions for ages 3 to 10; benefits Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital. 5K/10K divisions for older kids and adults.
Why we like it: The cause. Lucille Packard’s Children’s Hospital is at the forefront of pediatric care, and right here in Northern California.
Cost: $20-$37, depending on division.
More Info: website
More Choices:
June 16 – Fresno, CA — Fresno Father’s Day Run. 10K, 2M, Kids Run. More info.
June 16 – Richmond, CA — Marina Bay Running Festival. Half marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Run. More info.
July
Top Pick:
| 🌟 July 13 – Davis, CA — Davis Moonlight Run. Open to all kids ages 12 and Under; half -mile fun run. Includes a finisher ribbon. Race start is at 7:30 p.m. For older siblings and parents, there is a 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. |
| Why we like it: The fun run is free, plus there’s no early morning alarm. Cost: Kids Fun Run is FREE; $29 to $60 for other divisions. More Info: website |
Honorable Mentions:
⭐ July 4 – Concord, CA — Stars and Stripes Run. Held in Todos Santos Park, this event offers a 5K and free kids run. Stomper the Elephant from the Oakland A’s will be on-site for high-fives, photo op’s and cheers. The event precedes the Concord 4th of July Parade.
Why we like it: Stomper has a lot of enthusiasm; parades are fun; and it’s free.
Cost: Kids Run is free for 10 and under
More Info: website
⭐ July 14 – Herald, CA — Tri 4 Kids. TBF Racing has a long history of producing family-friendly triathlons that cater to all athletic abilities. If your kids are looking for a more competitive atmosphere, their events won’t disappoint. Adults can also participate in a triathlon, aquabike (swim-bike), aquathlon (swim-run), or swim only.
Why we like it: One of the only kids triathlons with a lake swim; post-race lunch is included.
Cost: $45
More Info: website
More Choices:
July 4 – Fresno, CA — Fresno Freedom Run. 4M, 2M and Kids Run. Website.
July 4 – Moraga, CA — Moraga 4th of July Fun Run. 5M, 2M and Kids Run. Website.
July 4 – Morgan Hill, CA — Morgan Hill Freedom Run. 5K and Kids Run. Website.
July 4 – Santa Cruz, CA — Santa Cruz Firecracker. 10K, 5K and Kids 1K. Website.
July 14 – Menlo Park, CA — Menlo Park Kids Triathlon. Ages 4-15. Website.
July 20 – Truckee, CA — Donner Lake Kids Triathlon. Ages 4-12. Website.
July 21 – Fresno, CA — iCANtri Kids Triathlon. Ages 6-15. Website.
July 27 – Sacramento, CA — Fab 40’s 5K/Kids Fun Runs. 1/2 and 1/4 Mile. Website
July 28 – Santa Rosa, CA — IRONKIDS Fun Run. Various divisions for ages 0 to 13. Website
July 28 – Courtland, CA — Pear Fair Run. 10 Mile, 5 Mile and Free kids 1/2 run. Website
August
Top Pick:
| 🌟 August 17 – Orinda, CA — NorCal Kids Triathlon. Held at Miramonte High School, this kids event is nestled in the treesy hills of Orinda and offers boys and girls ages 4 to 15 the opportunity to participate in a triathlon. Awards for top three boys and girls per division. |
| Why we like it: It is one of the only kids events this summer in the East Bay Cost: $40-$50 More Info: website |
Honorable Mentions:
⭐ August 10 – Sacramento, CA – Elizabeth Cady Stanton Free Kids Fun Run. Held at Glen Hall Park near-ish to Sacramento State.
Why we like it: It’s free + we like the nod to famous historical women
Cost: Kids Run is FREE; 5K is $20-35
More info: website
⭐ August 24 – Sacramento, CA – Race for the Arts – Kids Fun Run. Benefits arts programs throughout Sacramento. Over 40 hands-on booths. 5K run/walk held for all ages.
Why we like it: Benefits a wide variety of local programs + lots of things to do post-race.
Cost: $15 for kids
More info: website
More Choices:
August 10-11 – San Mateo, CA — Kids Obstacle Challenge. Think mud run, but for kids. Ages 6-15, one or two parents can accompany kids for free. Website
August 11 – Herald, CA — Tri for Kids. Ages 5-14. Held at Rancho Seco Park. Website.
August 11 – Oakland, CA — Stomper’s Stomp. Ages 2-8. Held in conjunction with the Oaktown Half. Website.
August 18 – San Jose, CA — Silvercreek Youth Triathlon. Held at ClubSport San Jose, for ages 4-15. Website.
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