Los Angeles, California · Friday, August 7, 2026
The Lanark Park Summer Night Lights 5K is a 5k and running event held on Friday, August 7, 2026. It is located at 21816 Lanark St in Los Angeles, California.
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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.
September 19, 2026 · 7:00 a.m. PST · 6846 Owensmouth Ave, Canoga Park, CA
Get ready to dash through time in The Bayside Dash, a 90s high school sitcom-themed race packed with retro vibes, school spirit, and Slater-strength energy.
Presented by Jed & Ted’s Excellent Races
Whether you’re more Morris or Turtle, this race lets you channel your inner Bayside Tiger and crush your course with a smile.
Friends Forever 5K 🎶 Named after Zack Attack’s legendary ballad—because you don’t leave your squad behind on race day.
Time Out 10K✋ Inspired by Morris himself—freeze time, catch your breath, and own the course.
Hall Pass Half Marathon🎓 Go the distance like you’ve got a free pass to run the school (and the streets of Canoga Park).
The Multiverse Transfer Student Challenge (Virtual) 🌀 “Transfer Students” from any timeline can choose any distance and still earn their medal.
Expect high school pep rally energy, ‘Saved by the Bell’ moments, throwback tunes, and surprise “pop quizzes” of encouragement along the course. Costumes encouraged—go full Bayside or show off your best 90s teen energy.
This is a Jed & Ted’s Excellent Race—fun, fast, and full of nostalgia.
Sign up now. No hall pass required.
[Parody Disclaimer ]
[This race is a fan-made parody event inspired by 90s pop culture and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official trademark holders.]
The Kidneys Quest Foundation 3K/5K Walk/Run for Health Awareness invites runners, walkers, families, and supporters to come together for a day of hope, wellness, and community. This year’s theme, The Heartbeat of Kidney Health, celebrates the strength, resilience, and support that help individuals and families navigate kidney disease.
More than just a race, this family-friendly event features wellness screenings, health resources, kidney-friendly food, raffle prizes, kids activities, live DJ entertainment, and opportunities to connect with others who share a passion for kidney health. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, honoring a loved one, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, every step helps provide hope, education, and support to patients and families affected by kidney disease.
Run, walk, or cheer—everyone is welcome. Register today, invite your friends and family, or create your own team and make an even greater impact. Together, we can build stronger, healthier futures because no one should face kidney disease alone.
Event details and schedule
Event Schedule
7:30 AM – Complimentary shuttle departs from Kidneys Quest Foundation, 1058 N. Maclay Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340 (limited seating available)
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM – Participant check-in and same-day registration
9:00 AM – Opening ceremony and welcome remarks
9:15 AM – 3K/5K Walk/Run begins
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM – Wellness screenings, exhibitors, raffle prizes, kidney-friendly food, live DJ entertainment, and kids activities
1:00 PM – Event concludes
Arrival & Transportation
Please arrive 30 to 60 minutes early to allow time for parking and check-in. Complimentary transportation is available from Kidneys Quest Foundation, located at 1058 N. Maclay Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340. Shuttle service departs promptly at 7:30 AM, and seating is limited, so early arrival is encouraged.
Parking
The event will be held at Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91371. Free parking is available. Please follow event signs and volunteer directions to the designated event parking areas.
Registration & Waivers
All participants must complete a registration form and waiver. Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign on their behalf.
What to Bring
Registration confirmation
Refillable water bottle
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Comfortable walking or running shoes
Team spirit and enthusiasm
What to Wear
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate athletic clothing and supportive shoes. Participants are encouraged to wear their event shirt or create matching shirts with family, friends, coworkers, or neighbors.
Additional Information
Wellness screenings and health resources will be available throughout the event
Enjoy exhibitors, raffle prizes, kidney-friendly food, live DJ entertainment, and kids activities
Strollers are welcome
Create a team and make an even greater impact
All proceeds support Kidneys Quest Foundation programs and outreach
Run, walk, or cheer—everyone’s welcome as we celebrate The Heartbeat of Kidney Health.
On Mean Girls Day, October 3rd, 2026 he asked you what day it was. You said it’s October 3rd.
Now lace up and run.
Welcome to The Mean Girls 5K, 10K and Half Marathon, a pink powered comedy fueled tribute to the most quotable high school ever. This event transforms the LA River Path into North Shore High where every runner is either trying to make fetch happen or survive gym class without being personally victimized by Regina George.
Presented by Jed and Ted’s Excellent Races.
Wear pink if it’s Wednesday. Wear sweatpants only if it’s Saturday. Do not wear army pants and flip flops unless you want everyone else to buy army pants and flip flops.
This is your chance to run like you’re late for Calc, dodge Regina’s bus, and earn a medal pretty enough for the Spring Fling Court.
Choose your challenge:
The Burn Book 5K - A fast and funny out and back perfect for anyone who wants to run, walk, gossip, or talk about how butter is a carb.
The Glen Coco 10K - Six point two miles of pure candy cane energy. You go Glen Coco. Treat yourself and your friends. None for Gretchen Wieners.
The Full Plastics Half Marathon - Thirteen point one miles of pure drama control. Stay hydrated. Stay cute. Try not to start a three way call attack. Cross the finish feeling like the new Spring Fling Queen.
The Multiverse Lunch Table Dash (Virtual) - Run from anywhere. Work. School. Your bedroom. Africa.
Costumes Welcome
Pink everything
Plastics energy
Mathletes jackets
Mrs. Norbury teacher vibes
Kevin G rap battle looks
Mouse ears because duh you’re a mouse
Community Vibe
This race is all about fun, connection, silliness, and giving runners a day they’ll talk about in group chats all year. No cliques here. Everyone can sit with us.
Parody Note
This event is a fan made parody inspired by early 2000s teen pop culture and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official rights holders.
Back to the Future: 88 MPH Dash 5K, 10K & Half
October 17, 2026 · 7:00 a.m. PST · 6846 Owensmouth Ave, Canoga Park, CA
Get ready to rev up your DeLorean and hit 88 MPH! This race celebrates the iconic Back to the Future trilogy, with a special nod to Back to the Future Day—October 21—the 2015 date Marty McFly and Doc Brown traveled to the future in Back to the Future Part II.
Presented by Jed & Ted’s Excellent Races
Whether you're a time-traveling teen or a mad scientist, this race lets you channel your inner McFly and dash through time with style.
Choose your challenge:
88 MPH Sprint 5K⚡ Perfect for those looking to make a quick getaway from 1985.
Twin Pines 10K 🌲 A tribute to the mall where it all began—before the pine trees were history.
Enchantment Under the Run Half Marathon 🎶 Dance through time and space in this nostalgic long-distance challenge.
The Multiverse Flux Capacitor Challenge (Virtual) 🌀 Can't make it in person? Join us virtually and complete any distance to earn your medal.
Expect time-traveling tunes, futuristic photo ops, and plenty of 80s nostalgia. Costumes encouraged—think puffer vests, lab coats, and hoverboards!
Parody Disclaimer
This race is a fan-made parody event inspired by 80s pop culture and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official trademark holders.
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.