Race Across California - 2026

Mostly flat, loop course around iconic Lake Merced. This part of the summer series (Thursday evening runs) is for MEMBERS ONLY, BUT it is sooo soo easy to join. Go to: https://app.joinit.com/o/dserunners for membership! Become a member and join us on Thursdays in the summer! Race starts at 7pm sharp.

Event details and schedule

All races start and finish at the main parking lot at Lake Merced, and races start promptly at 7pm.

Free parking available at the race start.

Our mission: The San Francisco Pride Run is a volunteer-led event celebrating fitness, fundraising and LGBTQ+ pride on the Saturday morning of SF Pride weekend. It features an inclusive 5K/10K run or walk and kids’ dash open to all ages, abilities, and gender identities.

Where: Middle Drive West at Metson Road in Golden Gate Park San Francisco, CA

When: Saturday June 27th, 2026 (Pride Weekend!)

• 6:30 AM: Set up starts

• 8:00 AM: Check in, same day registration and bag check open

• 8:15 AM: Kid’s dash

• 8:30 AM: Race director’s welcome, national anthem, local dignitary remarks, and group stretch

• 9:00 AM: 5k and 10k start

• 10:00 AM: Awards ceremony at registration tent, results posted

• 11:00 AM: 5k and 10k close

• 11:15 AM: Bag check closes, clean up begins

Pricing & Registration: We sell out every year!

To better support our logistics (and fundraising), we offer:

• Early bird pricing ($50 until 5/16)

• Regular registration ($55 until 6/24)

• Limited day-of registration ($70 on 6/27, as capacity allows)

All prices are before taxes and fees.

Parking: Please park next to the Park Stables and walk. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive parking will be closed between Chain of Lakes Drive East and 25th Avenue to keep our event (and organizers) safe and happy!

Questions: Reach out to Brendan Herger, at [email protected]

To learn more, check out https://www.sffr.org/priderun

To register, check out Race Roster

To volunteer, fill out volunteer sign up

Free shirt with your registration!

Beneficiary

We're proud to announce that the 2026 Pride Run beneficiary is Rafiki Coalition

Rafiki's mission statement: At Rafiki Coalition, our mission is to eliminate health inequities in San Francisco’s Black, LGBTQ+, and marginalized communities through education, advocacy, and holistic health and wellness services in a culturally affirming environment. We are committed to empowering individuals and communities to achieve optimal health and well-being by addressing the physical, mental, and social factors that impact health.

From Shanell Williams, Rafiki's Executive Director: For 40 years, Rafiki has promoted health equity through culturally grounded programs that integrate prevention, treatment, and advocacy. Our mission is to eliminate health inequities in Black, LGBTQ+, and marginalized communities. Our shared commitment to wellness, fitness, and culturally affirming care speaks to how inclusion, pride, and well-being are celebrated, integrated, and accessible throughout the year.

Organizer

SF Front Runners is San Francisco’s LGBTQ+ running community welcoming runners and walkers of all levels, fostering fitness, friendship, and pride year-round through group runs, social events, and community engagement. Join us to celebrate personal achievement and support inclusivity in every stride.

We’re proud of our entirely volunteer Pride Run committee, including Alby Joseph, Andy Doyle, Bevan Dufty, Bob Callori, Brendan Herger, Chris Garigliano, Dave Parker, Grace Diamond, Michael Dandy, Mitchell Haynes, Peter Rigano, Ricky Gonzales and Ryan Susa!

Join our weekly runs, socials and other events at sffr.org/

Events

We are pleased to offer 5 events this year:

• In person 5k

• In person 10k

• 100m kids dash

• Virtual 5k (new, with t-shirt in the mail!)

• Virtual 10k (new, with t-shirt in the mail!)

Course

Our USATF certified course covers the best of SF’s Golden Gate Park. Check out our Strava map here, or the Google Maps layer here

The Chain of LakesDrive and John F Kennedy Drive sections of the course are primarily compressed, unpaved paths.

Jogging strollers are allowed, but please be mindful of the unpaved sections of the course, and folks running for time!

Getting here

Please take public transportation, bike, walk or carpool as possible to the event.

If taking public transportation, here are the best lines:

• N Judah (Muni) at Judah & 34th Ave

• 29 (Muni) at Lincoln & 33rd Ave

If you must drive, the nearest parking is on JFK Drive next to the Park Stables. Park on JFK Drive near the stables and walk to the start line via the upper track of the Polo Field. Parking near the start area on Middle Drive is NOT available. Parking is PROHIBITED along MLK Drive between Elk Glen Meadow and Chain of Lakes Drive. Vehicles parking illegally in this area will be cited and towed. It is a matter of public safety for park users and cyclists alike.

Bib pickup

There will be two opportunities to pick up bibs prior to race day. We encourage all runners to use these options.

• Rikki’s 2223 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114 on Thursday, June 25, from 5:30pm - 8:30 pm.

• Join us for the SFFR Thursday run at 6:30 in front of Fitness SF Castro

• Join us for 10% off drinks at Rikki’s after picking up your bib

• A Runner’s Mind, 3575 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94118 on Friday, June 26, from 12:00pm - 5:30 pm

Final bib pickup will be available on race day starting at 8AM

Virtual event

We’re excited to announce our first ever virtual run!

• Virtual runners can complete in the 5k or 10k, any where

• Virtual run is open from Saturday 6/13 to Sunday 6/28

• Virtual runners can receive a t-shirt at bib-pickup, or in the mail 30 days after the virtual event is over. Top placer medals aren’t offered for the virtual run (because we’re all running our own course)

• Want the shirt but not the run? Sign up and we’ll still send it

Kid’s dash

We offer a 50 meter kid’s dash. If your young runner would like a shirt and bib, please register using the normal flow. If you don’t need a shirt and bib, please stop by the registration table to fill out a required parental waiver.

Fine print

• Medals will go to the top three finishers in the overall men, women, and non-binary divisions as well as for by gender identity for each age group: under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+

• The 10K course is two loops of the 5K course.

• The course is USATF certified

• The event is USATF sanctioned

Sponsorship

Your support makes the Pride Run possible. If your business or employer are considering sponsoring the run, please get in touch with our team!

Benefits

Ultra- marathon

$5,000

Marathon

$2,500

Half Marathon

$1,000

10K

$500

Complimentary race entries

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Invitation to sponsor thank-you party

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Logo placement and link in all race communications

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Logo on race shirt

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Race starts and finishes at Taraval Street near the Great Highway. Course travels along Ocean Beach Promenade, past the (former) Cliff House and Sutro Baths, before continuing on the Lands End Trail. Beautiful views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Baker Beach.

Event details and schedule

Race day check-in begins at 8:00am and the race starts at 9:00am. Parking available on nearby streets. Finisher ribbons to all participants with place ribbons awarded to Top 5 overall M/F/NB runners. No refunds issued. For more information, including a detailed course map, please visit our website at www.dserunners.com or email us at [email protected].

Run Free. Run Proud.

Celebrate America’s independence with the July 4th Freedom Run — where every stride honors liberty, courage, and the spirit of freedom.

Whether you walk, jog, or race your heart out, come together to move for what unites us all.

Overview:

Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.

This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.

All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!

There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!

When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

Timing:

• Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.

• No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag):

• Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)

• Finisher's Towel or Giveaway

• Finisher's Medal!

• Digital Training Pack

• Online Results & Certificate of Completion

• Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs

• We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.

Packet Pickup:

No hassle of picking up packets required!

-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)

• Race bibs are provided on race day

When will I get my Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

Race Updates:

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])

(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)

Wave A: 7:30AM

Wave B: 8:00AM

Wave C: 8:30AM

Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

Are there any other Questions we missed?

https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/

Virtual Run Option:

• Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.

Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!

Race Bundle:

Sign-up for more races and get a discount!

Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!

https://www.thebestraces.com/events

Team Glo Volunteers:

If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/

Be part of the Journey!

Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com

Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)

🍫🏃‍♀️ Ready, Set, Chocolate! 🏃‍♂️🍫

Join Us for the Sweetest Run of the Year – The Chocolate Run!

Lace up your running shoes and bring your sweet tooth—because this isn’t your average race.

It’s a deliciously fun event for all ages and fitness levels!

Overview:

Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.

This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.

All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!

There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!

When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

Timing:

• Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.

• No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag):

• Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)

• Finisher's Towel or Giveaway

• Finisher's Medal!

• Digital Training Pack

• Online Results & Certificate of Completion

• Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs

• We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.

Packet Pickup:

No hassle of picking up packets required!

-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)

• Race bibs are provided on race day

When will I get my Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

Race Updates:

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])

(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)

Wave A: 7:30AM

Wave B: 8:00AM

Wave C: 8:30AM

Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

Are there any other Questions we missed?

https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/

Virtual Run Option:

• Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.

Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!

Race Bundle:

Sign-up for more races and get a discount!

Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!

https://www.thebestraces.com/events

Team Glo Volunteers:

If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/

Be part of the Journey!

Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com

Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)