Northern California Running Event Calendar
Find your next NorCal running or walking event here!
Race Directors: To submit a run/walk event to be listed on this calendar, please email us the details here.
The entire Northern California running and walking calendar is available below. For a listing of event by popular distance, region or type, use the below category links.
- Calendars by Region: Sacramento Area ◘ Tahoe/Reno ◘ East Bay ◘ San Francisco ◘ North Bay ◘ South Bay/Pensinsula ◘ Santa Cruz – Monterey ◘ Redding/Chico ◘ Central Valley
- Calendars based on popular distance: 5K ◘ 10K ◘ Half Marathon ◘ Marathon ◘ Kids Runs
- Calendars by Unique Event Type: Half Marathon Relay ◘ Marathon Relay ◘ Trail Run ◘ Dog Run ◘ Kids Triathlon
- Calendars by Theme: St. Patrick’s Day ◘ Evening Event ◘ Beer Run ◘ July 4 ◘ Thanksgiving ◘ Christmas/Winter ◘ Women’s Event ◘ Wineries/Vineyard
- A Change of Pace Owned/Managed/Timing Events only: Link
04 Jul
July 4, 2022 7:30 am - 11:00 am
Lake Natoma Bike Trails, 145 Parkshore Drive, Folsom, United States + Google Map
10K / 5K
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04 Jul
July 4, 2022 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Harvey West Park, 326 Evergreen Street, Santa Cruz, United States + Google Map
10k / 5k
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04 Jul
July 4, 2022 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Glen Hall Park, Corner of Sandburg & Carlson Drive, Sacramento, United States + Google Map
5 mile
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04 Jul
July 4, 2022 8:30 am - 11:00 am
North Tahoe Regional Park, 6600 Donner Road, Tahoe Vista, United States + Google Map
10K / 5K
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09 Jul
July 9, 2022 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
201 Cousteau Place, 201 Cousteau Place, Davis, United States + Google Map
This is a fun and festive evening event replete with lots of cool glow in the dark themed race items, an energetic atmosphere and great running/walking routes.
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10 Jul
July 10, 2022 7:30 am - 11:00 am
Rancho Seco Park, 14440 Twin Cities Road, Herald, United States + Google Map
Kids Triathlon
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16 Jul
July 16, 2022 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Redwood Regional Park, Redwood Gate, Redwood Blvd., Oakland, United States + Google Map
5K 10K Half
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22 Jul
July 22, 2022 8:00 am - July 24, 2022 4:00 pm
Lake Natoma-Nimbus Flat, 1901 Hazel Avenue, Gold River, United States + Google Map
2, 5, and 8 mile SUP Race
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23 Jul
July 23, 2022 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
West End Beach of Donner Lake, South Shore Drive at Donner Pass Road, Truckee, United States + Google Map
Kids Triathlon 12 and Under
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24 Jul
July 24, 2022 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
Railhead Park, 175 Pacific Ave, Auburn, United States + Google Map
Trail Run
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06 Aug
August 6, 2022 8:00 am - August 7, 2022 3:00 pm
Kings Beach State Recreation Area, 8318 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, United States + Google Map
Two day paddleboard event with 5M and 10M distances, plus a kids race
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14 Aug
August 14, 2022 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Rancho Seco Park, 14440 Twin Cities Road, Herald, United States + Google Map
Kids Triathlon
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27 Aug
August 27, 2022 6:00 am - August 28, 2022 4:00 pm
Old Courthouse Square, 600 3rd Street, Santa Rosa, United States + Google Map
Marathon / Half Marathon / 5K / 10K
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27 Aug
August 27, 2022 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Naval Air Station Alameda, 2100 Ferry Point, Alameda, United States + Google Map
10 Mile / 2 Person Relay
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28 Aug
August 28, 2022 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Granite Beach-Folsom Lake SRA, 8000 Douglas Blvd, Granite Bay, United States + Google Map
10K / 5K
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03 Sep
September 3, 2022 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Auburn Dam Overlook, 855 Pacific Street, Auburn, United States + Google Map
25K / 10K
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05 Sep
September 5, 2022 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Central Park, Corner of 3rd and C Streets, Davis, United States + Google Map
The 2019 event is scheduled for Labor Day, Monday, September 2nd.
It's a Davis tradition!
Kick off your day off with a 5K or 10K run or walk. This year we're excited to be able to bring the event back to the heart of Davis and host it at Central Park. In addition, 5K/10K entry will include a short sleeve tech t-shirt and a finisher medal.
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09 Sep
September 9, 2022 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Baylands Athletic Complex, 1900 Geng Road , Palo Alto, United States + Google Map
Half Marathon / 10K / 5K
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10 Sep
September 10, 2022 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
Oakland City Hall, 1 Frank H Ogawa Plaza, Oakland, United States + Google Map
Half Marathon / 5K
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24 Sep
September 24, 2022 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Granite Beach-Folsom Lake SRA, 8000 Douglas Blvd, Granite Bay, United States + Google Map
10 Mile / 5K
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Davis Moonlight Run | July 9
ACoP on Instagram
The July 9th #DavisMoonlightRace will benefit @cancerchampionsorg, a non-profit that provides its members with nutrition and fitness guidance designed specifically for those battling cancer.
➡️ Learn more cancerchampions.org
➡️ Moonlight Run Info: changeofpace.com
#davismoonlightrun #rundavis #cancerchampionfitness #cancerchampions #moonlightrun #runsacramento #visitdavis
2 days ago
Preview of the finisher medals for the Folsom Firecracker Run on July 4th, benefitting the burn prevention programs at Shriners Children’s of Northern California.
Come join us! 2 mile, 5K and 10K run or walk. Well behaved leashed dogs and jogging strollers welcome.
➡️ Runsignup.com/Folsom
3 days ago
Happy to share that we'll be offering @superieurelectrolytes at the #DavisMoonlightRun, both on the course and at the start/finish line. If you'd like to try this all-natural sugar free electrolyte replacement product in advance of race night, you can purchase it at @fleetfeetdavis, @fleetfeetsac, @fleetfeetelkgrove, and @fleetfeetvv. It tastes great!! 😋
#davismoonlightrace #RunDavis #superieurelectrolytes #runsac #fleetfeetdavis #electrolytedrink
3 days ago
Everything’s coming together for next weekend’s Folsom Firecracker! Race day is Monday, July 4th.
6 days ago
It's a 4th of July tradition! Hope to see you there. 🇺🇸
⚪️What: #FolsomFirecrackerRun
🔵Distances: 2 Mile, 5K, 10K
🔴 When: Monday, July 4th
⚪️ Where: #LakeNatoma Bike Trails in #Folsom
🔵 Start Times: 7:45 am (10K), 8:00 am (5K), 8:10 am (2 Mile)
🔴 Beneficiary: #Shriners Children's of Northern California
⚪️ More info: changeofpace.com
🔵 Sign Up: runsignup.com/FolsomFirecracker
🔴Note: Prices increase tomorrow! Sign up today - $35 adult entry includes t-shirt and finisher medal
#folsomfirecracker #folsomfirecrackerrace #infolsom #folsomca #july4th #runsacramento #fleetfeetfolsom #runfolsom #4thofjuly #lakenatomabiketrailn
2 weeks ago
Introducing the 2022 Davis Moonlight Run finisher medal! This medal will be awarded to all 2K, 5K, 10K, and Ten Mile finishers.
An email went out to registered participants this morning with tips for race night, including hydration, lighting, and acclimating to summer temps. Plus, a reminder that entry fees (for those not yet registered), increase tonight at 11:59 pm.
View a copy of the email on our website here changeofpace.com -> from the home page, navigate to the Moonlight Run (click logo or use menu) -> click the tab for 'Archive of Correspondence to Reg. Participants --> click link to open PDF.
#davismoonlightrace #Davismoonlightrun #rundavis #moonlightrun #davisca #runsacramento #norcaltourdefit #moonlightrace
2 weeks ago