Santa Monica Mountains, California · Saturday, January 16, 2027
The Backbone Trail Ultra is a trail running and ultra event held on Saturday, January 16, 2027. It is located in Santa Monica Mountains, California.
Date & Time:
Saturday, August 15, 2026
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location:
L.A. River Path – 6846 Owensmouth Ave., Canoga Park, CA 91303
Event Description:
Glow hard or go home.
Join us for The TRON Night Run, a neon-lit night race inspired by digital dreams and grid-style glory. Runners will blaze through a looped nighttime course along the L.A. River, lit up with LED vibes and TRON-inspired energy. Whether you're taking on the 5K or 10K, come dressed to impress in your brightest gear and light up the grid!
✨ Glow swag
🏅 Custom finisher medals
📸 Epic photo ops
Distances:
TRON 5K
TRON 10K
Start Time:
All distances begin together at 8:00 PM.
🌀 Multiverse Option (Virtual Runners Welcome)
Can’t make it to the Grid? Log in from your timeline.
Our TRON Run: Neon Grid race is open to all warriors of the digital frontier—wherever you’re plugged in. Whether you’re pounding the pavement in Tokyo, biking the lightcycle trail in Boise, or navigating a treadmill in your garage, the mainframe still counts your steps.
Choose the Multiverse Option during registration and select your distance (5K, 10K, or Half Marathon).
Run anytime between August 16–18
Track your run on any device or app (Strava, Garmin, smartwatch, or just a well-timed selfie—we’re cool)
Submit your proof and shipping info
We’ll transmit your finisher’s medal straight from the Grid
You don’t need to be in Canoga Park to feel the pulse of the neon.
🚨 Parody Disclaimer
This race is a fan-made parody event created with love by Jed & Ted’s Excellent Races. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of the original creators, studios, or rights holders referenced in our race themes. All names, references, and characters are used for humorous and transformative purposes under fair use. We're just fans… who like to run in costume.
Challenge yourself at the Rise to the Top 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon on Saturday September 12th, 2026 at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area!
Included in registration —
custom finisher medals
drawstring goodie bags
free videos
live results the moment you finish
free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
assortment of snacks, samples
friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at [email protected] for group registration.
Bib pick up -- 6:45-7:30AM
Start - 7:30AM
Event details and schedule
Address -
Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area -
4200 La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008
Across the street from the Visitor's Center
Please use the google maps link below because it there is no exact address in the park
Google Maps -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/D7deoLTXeYa72yGQ6
Bib pick up -- 6:45-7:30AM
Start - 7:30AM
Date - Saturday, September 12th, 2026
OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com
NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS PLEASE
This is an open course in the park. Please be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists on the shared path.
Course map: The course is super easy to follow. It will consist of out and back loops on the park trail that will be marked.
This is a more challenging course with a mix of dirt, a little grass, and pavement including a steep hill that is about .25 miles
5k out and back route https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6638820654/
10k 2 x 5k loops
15k 3 x 5k loops
Half marathon 3 x 4.36 mi out and back https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6638833293/
Parking - Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area is $10 per vehicle (discount for 65+, disabled, and veterans)
Parking lots near Kenneth Hahn Park - Swings, Picnic Area, across from the visitor's center, please use the google or apple maps link above
For more Information go to: https://lasunsetrelay.com/
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of trail running at the Los Angeles Sunset Trail Relay & 5K! This race brings together adventure, teamwork, and breathtaking views in one epic event. As the sun sets over the city, you'll traverse scenic trails, soak in stunning skyline views, and take on a thrilling course through the heart of Griffith Park.
🏃 10 Mile Relay – Teams of 4! Gather your crew, with each runner completing the same scenic loop before passing the baton. It's the perfect mix of teamwork, strategy, and fun!
🏃 5K Solo Race! A thoughtfully designed route that balances challenge and enjoyment — perfect for experienced trail runners and those new to the sport.
Whether you're racing with a team of four or taking on the 5K solo, this event is the perfect way to push your limits, connect with fellow runners, and embrace the magic of trail running under the evening sky. With well-stocked aid stations, an enthusiastic volunteer crew, and an electrifying atmosphere, you'll have everything you need to make this race one to remember.
So grab your teammates, lace up your trail shoes, and join us for an incredible night of running, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments! Register now and experience the Los Angeles Sunset Trail Relay & 5K like never before!
Each Participant receives:
Scenic, and well marked courses
Panoramic views of Griffith Park, the LA River, and Glendale.
Ultra-soft, ultra-comfy premium gender-specific short sleeve T-shirt featuring the names of every team at the event!*
Unique Finisher’s medal for all participants
Live Music
Prizes from our sponsors awarded to the top 3 teams (Relay Only).
Exclusive Captain, and Anchor Badge for Last Leg Runners (Relay only)
Special Award for Overall and Age Grade Division Winners (5K only)
Special Trophy for the team with the Most Spirited Name (Relay Only)
Free Downloadable Race Photos from our professional photography team
Chip time results
Course Aid Stations with medical staff
Food Truck
Custom Bibs
Enthusiastic Volunteer Support
Finish Line Fruit, Snacks, Refreshments, and Full Body Wipes
Flexible deferral and transfer options
Access to the exclusive Los Angeles Sunset Trail Run sale at Fleet Feet Burbank
Lifelong memories with friends!
*Must register by August 31, 2026 to have your team name printed on the back.
Walk Their Journey. Change Their Future.
Join us for a powerful and transformative experience at the Walk for Water 5K Charity Fundraiser, co-hosted by Pathway To Tomorrow and Drop of Water. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a step into the daily reality that millions of women and girls in Africa face just to access something as basic as water.
Every day, women and girls spend 200 million hours hauling unclean water, often walking miles under a burning sun, along dangerous paths, carrying heavy containers. Every two minutes, a child dies from a water-borne disease, and 1.5 million children under five die annually in Africa from diarrhea caused by unsafe water.
Ethiopia, Africa’s second most populous country, is in the grip of this devastating water crisis. Nearly half of its 125 million people lack access to clean water, according to UNICEF.
The situation is even worse in rural areas — where 80% of Ethiopians live and are hit hardest by this crisis, forcing women and girls to walk long distances just to find unclean water. Girls are expected to miss school to collect water for their families. Each journey robs a girl of her education, her safety, and her childhood. For far too many, these walks end in tragedies, like gender-based violence and death — not just exhaustion.
We walk not just for awareness—but for action.
This 5K fundraiser challenges participants to take 7,000 steps, representing the average distance many walk each day to collect water. As you walk, you’ll carry not just steps—but stories. Stories of resilience, hardship, and hope. You'll walk in solidarity with those who can’t just turn on a tap.
We’re asking each participant to go further by asking friends, family, and coworkers to sponsor their steps with a donation to the cause, or join their team to fundraise or walk alongside them!
Our goal? To raise $250,000 to fund 2 deep borehole wells and rural piping systems in up to 16 rural villages in Ethiopia. This will provide clean, safe, and sustainable drinking water for up to 16,000 people.
Your steps can change a life. Your walk can build a well.
Register today. Walk their path. Bring water home.
The 5K route is along the Main Trail at Griffith Park - 4800 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027
The course is flat, scenic and shaded, covering the perimeter of the golf course.
It's time for our Trailsgiving 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!!
Check-in - 6:45-7:30AM for everyone
Start - 7:30AM
Address - 1025 Elysian Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Google Maps -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/hWkWW7X9TZKQerH79
Start Map - Please see images below
Parking - Parking is free at Elysian Park Arboretum. There is also limited parking on Elysian Park Dr off of Stadium Way.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/nE9kgh5nEqeYCAp78
Additional parking at the nearby lot Academy Rd Parking near picnic site #4 and a short walk over to the start. -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/RpVMHbBeLKUgrXrJ7
Included in registration —
custom finisher medals
drawstring goodie bags
free videos
live results the moment you finish
free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
assortment of snacks, samples
friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at [email protected] for group registration.
Event details and schedule
Custom medals for all finishers!
Goodie bags!
Free photos!
https://www.abetterworldrunning.com/trailsgiving-11-14-26
Address - 1025 Elysian Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Google Maps -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/hWkWW7X9TZKQerH79
Course map: This is our most challenging course yet! Primarily on trail, hard packed dirt with hills. Some sections are more wide, some more narrow, but with epic views! The course is easy to follow with out and backs. It will consist of out and back loops on the park trail that will be marked with cones and signs and arrows and spray chalk.
Aid station is at the turn around at the start/finish has water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, Gu gels.
5k out and back route -- https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6736981176/
10k 2 x 5k loops
15k 3 x 5k loops
Half marathon 3 x 4.36 mi out and back -- https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6736982300/
Time limit for this more challenging course is 4:30 if starting at 7:30am, finish by 12pm. Or early start option by email -- [email protected]
Included in registration —
custom finisher medals
drawstring goodie bags
free videos
live results the moment you finish
free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
assortment of snacks, samples
friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
NO REFUNDS, transfers only by emailing us [email protected]
Cafe Jam Run Club began in Sherman Oaks in 2017 when a new mother refused to let postpartum life slow her down. What started as short runs with family and friends has blossomed into a thriving community of more than 50 runners spanning every age and background. The crew stands on three pillars: wellness, inclusion, and showing up. At Cafe Jam Run Club, every pace is celebrated, every age is honored, and every background belongs. From postpartum moms to teenagers, the energy remains warm, encouraging, and rooted in real life. Nobody gets left behind. Monday evenings at the Los Angeles Guesthouse host recovery, tempo, and training runs, while weekends open up for longer routes, marathon prep, and brand collaborations that keep the crew energized and connected.
In January 2024, Vincent and Eddie laced up for a weekend run through Studio City and realized they had something worth repeating. What began as two friends moving through familiar streets evolved into LA2Nowhere, a crew rooted in the belief that running matters most when shared. Today, the crew brings together Studio City runners and creatives of every pace, moving through neighborhood routes and local parks with captains who keep the focus simple: the runner, the crew, the road. Their philosophy holds steady across runs and conversation alike. Every pace belongs. Distractions dissolve when you're moving with people who showed up for the same reason you did. LA2Nowhere runs aren't about splits or vanity miles. They're about the tradition that builds when a group commits to showing up together, week after week, in a city that rarely slows down.
Koreatown Run Club started in 2017 when its founder returned from Haiti with a vision. A work trip had shown him the transformative power of running for community, and back in Los Angeles, he and Michael decided to build something similar in Koreatown. What began as a mission to connect people through running has grown into a movement of around 400 members spanning diverse backgrounds across the city. The club's philosophy is simple yet profound: running is a vehicle for real connection. Every Tuesday and Thursday evening, members gather at Wilshire and Oxford, with track sessions at LACC and Saturday morning runs rounding out the week. At Koreatown Run Club, every session is open and every pace is welcome, proving that the most meaningful friendships are the ones built on shared streets and shared commitment.