Palos Verdes Trails 5K

We invite patients and their friends and families throughout the state of California to be with us in-person or virtually for our 16th Annual March for Marrow at the iconic Shoreline Village, in Long Beach, CA. We will run or walk along the beautiful shore and FUNDRAISE for the Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation, Inc. (AAMDSIF).

AAMDSIF provides education, support, and hope for patients living with aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) and related bone marrow failure diseases.

Race Shirt/Bib Packet Pickup

Race Shirt/Bib packet pickup will be held FRIDAY, APRIL 24th from 3pm to 5pm at Ridgecrest Intermediate School, 28915 Northbay Rd., Rancho Palos Verdes.

Late packet and t-shirt pickup will be the morning of the event starting at 6:30AM, at Promenade PV, NOT AT RIDGECREST INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL.

PLEASE NOTE: If you do not receive an email confirming your registration, you may not have registered. We are asking all runners to bring a copy of their confirmation email when picking up race gear. If you did not receive one, please contact Joseph Jaramillo at joseph@f47.com to determine if you're on the list of runners as soon as possible.

Thank you.

Race Awards

Medals will be awarded to the top Male and Female finishers in each category.

Runners are divided by grade level for students and then age group for everyone else.

Medals for both male and female participants are divided into the following grade/age brackets:

6th Grade

7th Grade

8th Grade

Ages 14-17, 18-34, 35-44, 45-59, 60-74, 75+

Join us for the annual Torrance Armed Forces Day Stars and Strides 5K touring around beautiful Torrance, California on Saturday, May 16th at 8:00am! All finishing participants will receive a 5K commemorative t-shirt. There will be computerized bib timing, beverage giveaways, and exhibitor booths.

The Torrance Stars and Strides 5K is presented by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce with thanks to sponsor UCLA Health, and in partnership with VR Promotions & Events!

Please note that due to construction, the start and finish line has moved to a nearby location just a few blocks away! The start and finish line will now be located near Maple Avenue and Civic Center Drive.

Join us for the 2026 Hills Are Alive 5k Run/Walk and 10k Run!

Race: Saturday May 30, 2026

Options: 5K Run or Walk, 10K Run, Virtual 5k or 10k

Runners/walkers will meet at the historic Ernie Howlett Park on Saturday, May 30!

Check-in begins at 7 am and the race starts at 8 am.

Runners/Walkers will be able to enjoy a scenic trail route which runs through our City’s bridle trails and ends back at the park. All registered participants receive an event t-shirt and custom medal. Winners for the 5k and 10k events will receive trophies (first place only; women and men).

PACKET PICK-UP:

Packet pick-up for in-person runners or walkers, who registered prior to Friday, May 29, will take place on Friday, May 29th, at City Hall located at 4045 Palos Verdes Drive North in the Council Chambers from 9:00 am-4:30 pm. Any in-person runners or walkers who register on Friday, May 30 or on race day will pick up their packets at Ernie Howlett Park the day of the race.

Fees: 5k and 10k

Early Registration - $30 until 3/31/26 at 11:59 pm

Standard Registration - $40 until 5/29/26 at 8:00 pm

Day of Registration - $45 - IN-PERSON ONLY from 7:00 AM - 7:50 AM

Please Note: There are no strollers or dogs allowed on the race course

To view race course map for 5k and 10k please visit our City website HERE.

Visit www.wrigleyriverrun.com for full event information.

The start/finish, expo area and bib pick up will be located in the parking lot of Westland Real Estate Group/Long Beach Beer Lab, at 520 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90806.

There is special pricing of only $10 for youth 17 & under who want to do the 5k or the 10k.

The Half Combo is a total of 13.1 miles and includes a 5k and 10 Mile Entry. You will receive a half marathon time as well as a time in each event. You will also receive a bonus medal. There are no age group awards for the Half Combo.

If you have a group of 6 or more contact us about your options for a group discount.

The Wrigley River Run is the Long Beach Neighborhood Foundation’s signature event and is designed to promote community involvement, education, tolerance, and a healthy non-violent lifestyle. All funds generated from the event are used to benefit youth organizations in Long Beach and the surrounding communities.