Come join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Lake Perris Dam in Perris, CA, as we celebrate the MVRRC Shoe4Africa 5K — a championship in the making!
Hosted by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC), this event brings runners, families, and the community together for a fast, scenic race experience with a purpose.
🏃♂️ Run. Celebrate. Support the mission.
Event details and schedule
🏃♂️ Shoe4Africa 5K Championship & Kids Championship Races
Presented by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) and Shoe4Africa
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Lake Perris State Recreation Area – Dam Area
17801 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571
What
Don't miss Southern California's premier Shoe4Africa Championship Race!
This exciting event features championship races for youth and adults of all abilities.
✅ USATF Certified Course
✅ Professional Live Chip Timing
✅ Finisher Medals for All Participants
✅ Walkers, Joggers, and Competitive Runners Welcome
Where
Experience a scenic and historic race course along the beautiful Lake Perris Dam.
Participants will enjoy breathtaking lake views, cool morning temperatures, and a fast, flat course with no vehicle traffic—perfect for first-time runners and personal records.
Course Features
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Starts and finishes at the Dam Area
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Flat and fast course
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Closed to vehicle traffic
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Ideal for beginners, youth runners, walkers, and competitive athletes
When
Race Day Schedule
🕢 Packet Pick-Up & Registration Opens – 7:30 AM
👶 Toddler Dash (Ages 3 & Under – 50 Meters) – 8:00 AM
🏃 Ages 4–5 Race (200 Meters) – 8:05 AM
🏃 Ages 6–7 Race (300 Meters) – 8:10 AM
🏃♂️ Ages 8–12 Championship Mile – 8:15 AM
🏃 Shoe4Africa 5K Championship Race – 8:30 AM
Kids Championship Races
👶 Toddler Dash (Ages 3 & Under)
🏃 Ages 4–5
🏃 Ages 6–7
🏃♂️ Ages 8–12 Championship Mile
💵 Special Championship Bonus
Any boy or girl in the Ages 8–12 Championship Mile who runs 6:00 or faster will receive a $50 Cash Bonus.
5K Championship Race Awards
Overall Male & Female Winners
🥇 1st Place — $150
🥈 2nd Place — $75
🥉 3rd Place — $50
5K Age Group Awards
Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers in the following age groups:
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12 & Under
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13–19
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20–29
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30–39
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40–49
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50–59
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60–69
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70+
Overall Male and Female cash prize winners are not eligible for age group awards.
Participant Giveaways
🏅 Finisher Medal for All Participants
👕 First 50 Registered Participants Receive an Official Event T-Shirt
Registration Fees
Toddler Dash (Ages 3 & Under – 50 Meters)
FREE
Ages 4–5 Race (200 Meters)
$5
Ages 6–7 Race (300 Meters)
$5
Ages 8–12 Championship Mile
$5
5K Championship Race
$20
Race Day Registration
✅ Race Day Registration Available
Fees remain the same on race day.
Accepted Payment Methods
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Cash
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Venmo
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Cash App
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Zelle
Championship Race Rules
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All participants must complete the full course to be eligible for awards, cash prizes, and official results.
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Overall Male and Female cash prize winners are not eligible for age group awards.
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The $50 Championship Mile Bonus applies only to runners in the Ages 8–12 Championship Mile who run 6:00 or faster.
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Awards are based on gun time for overall winners and chip time for age group awards.
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Race Director decisions are final.
Park Entrance Fee
Please note that Lake Perris State Recreation Area charges an entrance fee of $20 per vehicle.
Contact Information
Race Director: Henry Roman
📧 [email protected]
Presented By
Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) and Shoe4Africa
"Run for a Cause. Race for a Purpose." 🌍🏃♂️🏃♀️
Parking Information
🚗 Please arrive early. Parking at the Dam Area is limited and fills quickly.
If the Dam parking lot reaches capacity, participants must park in the designated overflow parking areas within Lake Perris State Recreation Area.
⚠️ Do NOT park along the roadside or in unauthorized areas. California State Park Rangers actively patrol the area and may issue parking citations or arrange for vehicles to be towed.
🚶 Overflow parking is approximately a 0.5-mile walk to the race start/finish area.
We strongly recommend arriving early to allow sufficient time for parking, packet pick-up, and warm-up before your race.
Thank you for helping us keep the event safe and enjoyable for all participants.