TREVORS FAMOUS 5K

Great Donut Run

Sunday, May 17, 2024

Irvine Valley College

Welcome back Donuteers! We are so excited to bring the Great Donut Run back in person with more donuts then ever before! If you haven't registered yet then donut hesitate and sign up today! We've got an easy breezy 1 miler at 7:30 the 5k run/walk at 8:00am. Both races are open to all ages and abilities. Take all the time you need to finish. This is not a timed event. We've got yummy donut holes at the halfway point on the 5k to keep you carbed up along the way. We also have the Donut Double Dare if you want to run the 1 mile and 5k back to back! Double the fun Double the donuts! For all the kiddies looking to earn their own race bling we start their races at 9:15. We have several distances from 50 yards to half a mile, based on ages from zero (yes, under 1 year old! ) to 12 yrs old. It's never too early to start dashing for donuts! Whatever race you choose, you're donuts will be safely waiting for you! We've also got gorgeous big bling finishers medals that you'll love!

The race starts and finishes in the same location at Irvine Valley College. The course is walker and stroller friendly. It's all flat and fast and this is a non timed, family fun run. This is a great way for first timers to get out and enjoy a race without any pressure or timelines! Get your donut friendly gear on and win one of many costume awards! We can't wait to see you!

Online Registration closes on May 13th. If you miss the deadline you can register at Packet Pick up at Road Runner Sports in Laguna Hills on Saturday, May 16th. We'll be there from 12-4pm or you can register on race day but please come early!

More info on www.GreatDonutRun.com

Join us on Memorial Day to celebrate all of the great Americans and their families and supporters who have earned the right to be honored and cherished on Memorial Day each year. The event will have three timed-races on May 26, 2025. The Half Marathon is on a picturesque and challenging course that showcases the beauty of Laguna Hills and the surrounding cities. The 5k and 10k runs will tour the streets of Laguna Hills, and offers a distance and challenge for runners of all ages and abilities. Children can be a part of the event by registering for the Kids Run.

*** ALL RACES START AT 7 AM ***

A Ladera Ranch tradition - The Freedom Run on the Ranch is happy to invite you to run in the kids Firecracker 1k or our 5k and 10k runs. The event provides our community the ability to support local charities through the race registration proceeds and sponsorship opportunities. We encourage all to enjoy this great opportunity to celebrate our national holiday and have a little fun while running the streets of your community. We will have several festivities to support the runners and non-participants at the event with a breakfast and sponsor vendor area during the morning event. Please help us celebrate the 4th of July festivities and raise awareness and much needed support to the charities. Remember price increases on June 22nd. Also help support our charities by purchasing breakfast from participating local restaurants. All proceeds benefit the charities.

Packet Pickup - TBD

Race Day Calendar:

6:00 am Race Registration opens

7:00 am - 10k run starts

8:30 am - 5k run starts

8:00 am - XclusiveTaqueria Moderna Pancake breakfast begins

9:45 am - Kids 1k run starts

11:00 am - Event ends

Click here to LOOK UP your bib number that you got assigned

https://runsignup.com/Race/FindARunner/?raceId=60114

So Cal’s 4th of July RED, WHITE, & BLUE 5k & 1 Mile

Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 8:30 AM

Irvine Valley College – Lot 5

5500 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

(Entrance off Jeffrey. All other campus entrances will be closed.)

Flat and fast out-and-back course entirely on the Irvine Valley College campus

8:30 AM Mass Start, following a live National Anthem performance

Professional National Anthem singer will kick off the race

Live Fife & Drum Corps will entertain before the race and be available for fun photo ops

(Insider tip: ask them about their running times—they're cross-country athletes under those uniforms, adding authentic talent to this historical tribute!)

Patriotic atmosphere with live music, great selfie moments, and a vibrant community vibe

Bring your best FREEDOM energy and come ready to race, run, jog, or walk this healthy, high-spirited way to start your 4th of July

Custom shirts, huge finisher medals, chip timing, and age group awards

Bib & Shirt Pickup

Race Morning Pickup:

Begins at 6:30 AM in Lot 5

– Includes music, a selfie booth, and the awards area

– You may pick up for others; no ID required

Optional Early Packet Pickup:

Friday, July 3 | 2:00–5:00 PM

Location: Manassero Farms at Irvine Valley College (enter off Jeffrey)

33 Irvine Valley, Irvine, CA 92618

Race Day Schedule

6:30 AM– Race Day Registration & Bib/Shirt Pickup Opens

7:00 AM– Live Fife & Drums + Heritage Song Performances

8:00 AM – Diaper Dash (50 yards out & back)

8:05 AM – 1-Mile Fun Run (Can run with kids or as part of the combo option)

8:15 AM – Opening Ceremony + “Born in the USA” Singalong & Warm-Up

8:30 AM – 5K MASS START

9:15 AM – Overall Winners Announced

9:30 AM – Age Division Awards Begin

Food & Refreshments

Bring cash for fun food options at the finish line! Here's what to expect:

Specialty coffee drinks from a local coffee vendor

Delicious cookies from Galletina’s

Fresh fruit to refresh post-race

Our FAMOUS Street Tacos and Tamales—a crowd favorite!

You can pre-purchase food vouchers as an add-on during registration.

🎖 What’s Included with Registration🎖

Custom 4th of July themed race shirt (front and back design)

Huge 4-inch custom-cast finisher medal

Chip-timed results with a custom race bib

Water and fruit at the finish line

Eligibility for age group and overall awards

🏆Awards

Top 3 Male & Female Overall

5K & 1-Mile Age Group Awards (3 deep in 5-year increments):

1–10, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80–84, 85+

Strollers

Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.

Important Note for Combo Runners (5K + 1-Mile)

If you are running both the 5K and the 1-Mile:

Use only one bib at a time

Stash your unused bib away from the start/finish mats

If doing the 1-Mile Fun Run with your kids, wear your Fun Run bib and leave your 5K bib at the first aid/water station tent near the finish line

Following these steps helps avoid timing issues and ensures your results are accurate. Thank you!

Weather

Rain or shine—the event will go on! Celebrate your freedom and fitness this 4th of July.

🚗 Parking

Irvine Valley College requires a $5 parking fee per vehicle

You can purchase online during registration or pay on race day

Display your parking pass on the driver's side dashboard

Entrance allowed only from Jeffrey Road (Irvine Center Dr. entrance will be closed for the course)

Race staging takes place in the southeast corner of Lot 5, between the Manassero Farm Stand and the two-story Performing Arts building. We are the only event on campus that day.

Hosted by Caren Ware Events

Professionally chip-timed by Itz About Time

Offering fun, fitness, and community for everybody—and every BODY!

Irvine/Orange County Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile

Thursday, November 26th, 2026

Thanksgiving Day

Irvine Valley College

THERE IS AN AWESOME CUSTOM CAST FINISHER MEDAL awaiting ALL you! Choices of designs when you finish. A great race bib. And the perfect Turkey designed, fun event shirt.

7:30 am Turkey Feast Combo 1 Mile and 5k

8:00 am 5k Turkey Trot Race

9:10 am Kids Gobble Wobble Races Start

(DO NOT MISS THESE START TIMES! Plan to arrive early as it takes time to park.

You MUST pass under the start arch by 8:12 .

Two New Race Choices! Choose the best race for you and earn a custom finishers medal and slice of fresh pumpkin pie!

Run fast, jog, trot, walk, or enjoy a nice stroll on this flat scenic course. A scrumptious SLICE OF PIE awaits you at the finish. Along with So Cal's best custom cast finisher medal, you get an awesome shirt and CHIP TIMED. Get your friends and family together and kick off the holidays together! Guaranteed to be a picture perfect way to start celebrating THANKSGIVING DAY!

Run up a mini appetite with our family friendly 1 Mile or kick it up a notch with our 5k. For those who plan to really indulge your can double down and enter our Turkey Feast Combo and run the 1 Mile and the 5k back to back! This flat, friendly course is walker friendly and stroller ready. Come out and see why it's become a holiday tradition for thousands of people !

We'll DECK out your Thanksgiving trimmings with:

*. Awesome Custom Cast Medals.

*. Soft Comfy event shirts for all.

*. Tasty pumpkin pie at the finish.

*. Custom Race bibs.

• Chip timing by Itz About Time.

*. Division awards for top three male and female in each age division. 5 year age spans from 10 & under to 80 & over!

*. Trophies for top three overall finishers male and female.

*. Holiday Expo to jump start your shopping.

1 Mile Turkey Dash: 7:30am Start. This division is a fun run/ walk and non timed event. This is great start for those who want a shorter distance to keep their whole tribe together. It’s and out and back course so you’ll see everyone both directions! If you skip ogot to skip out quick then come on out for this one and earn some fast bling with a fantastic medal for everyone who finishes. ALL ONE MILERS MUST WEAR ONLY the 1 Mile bib while running the 1 Mile. DO NOT WEAR the 5K BIB.

IRVINE/OC 5k Turkey TROT: 8:00am Start. This is open to all ages and takes place around the perimeter of the college campus. It's a speedy course that swings by citrus grove tree's and some pumpkin patches! it starts and finishes in the same spot so you won't miss seeing your friends somewhere along the way!

Turkey Feast Combo: 7:30am Start. This is for the those who like extra helpings at Thanksgiving! We love this challenge! Each participant will start at 7:30 with the 1 mile race. You'll need to complete the 1 mile in 30 minutes so you'll have time to line up for your second race, the 5k at 8am. You’ll receive 1 shirt and two medals if you complete both races! Rally up! You may pick up your 1 mile medal after your 5k race so you don't have to run with it!

Gobble Wobble Kids Event: These kids races offer shorter distances if they don't want to do the 5k.

9:15 A.M: Diaper Dash - 50 yards (3 and under)

9:20 A.M: Tot Trot - 100 yards (4 to 5 years old)

9:25 A.M: Youth Race -1/4 Mile (6 to 10 years old)

9:28 A.M: Youth Race - Half Mile (11 to 12 years old)

Adults, you may run along with your child.

Kid's Gobble Wobble Race Details

All participants receive a race bib, custom cast medal, event t-shirt, and slice of pie! 5k is chip timed and kid's runs are for fun. We will start lining the kids up at 9:05 per age group. All the kids races are on a out and back loop and start and end in the same spot. The course will be closed and lined with volunteers to direct all kids to the turnaround spot. They can turn early if they want with no penalty if they think it's too far. One adult per child can run with their participant and the parent does not have to register but will not receive the shirt, medal, bib or pie.

If you have a child that just wants to ride in a stroller with you on the 5k course, they can do so without registering. They will not receive a medal, bib, shirt or pie but they can share yours!

Awards

Professional Chip timing and results for all 5k participants. Age Division awards will be given 3 deep in the following age categories: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,55-59 60-64, 65-69, *70-74, *75-79, *80 and over. Yes! We split the final divisions to celebrate our 70 and over rock star field! We're happy to celebrate this growing category and look forward to seeing everyone earn their race bling!

Costume Awards will be given for Best Dressed so come decked out and you may take home a prize! Win as an individual or a group (6 people max)!

Early Packet Pick Up: Optional

Packet Pick up will be held on Wednesday, November 25th from 12 pm to 4pm at Road Runner Sports in Laguna Hills.

24291 Avenida De La Carlota; Suite P-5; Laguna Hills, CA 92653 (plan on this day to being a heavy traffic day, give extra time to arrive)

Pick up your bib and shirt at packet pick up or on race morning at the race from 6:30am to 7:30am

One person can pick up for others. No confirmation required. Just know the last and first name they signed up under.

Walk up registration accepted at early packet pick and on race day morning.

Shirts and Shirts sizes are not guaranteed for race day late registration.

Race Day Pick Up:

You may pick up your race bib and t-shirt on race day from 6:15 am to 7:30 am. In the quad, in front of the performance arts theater. That's the big two story orange building on the Irvine Valley College campus.

Parking: Cost is $5. Entrance is off of Irvine Center and allowed on Jeffrey .Entrance closed on Irvine Center Drive at 7:55am. It's part of the course). Only the entrances on Jeffrey stay open during the run . If parking in the solar lot, you will not be able to leave the lot until 9am. You will need to exit off Lasar Way and wait until directed to cross the race course as stragglers will still be coming in.

YOU MUST purchase a PARKING PASS. PUT ON YOUR DASH. THIS CAN BE DONE ONLINE, AT PACKET PICK UP, OR b y buying at the PARKING PASS BOTH at registration on RACE MORNING. THE CAMPUS PD charge for every vehicle and look for the passes. ( This parking fee is required on entering and parking at any local college).

Takes place wind, rain, or shine.

FAQ's

Are dogs allowed? Due to college's policy, dogs are not allowed on the run course.