3 running events in Perris, California

Start the 2026 season off Trifecta style with 5k, 10K, & 21K distances all packed into our first event weekend of the year. Join us at the shores of Lake Perris, nestled in a scenic mountain-rimmed valley with camping grounds and well-manicured park facilities for a physical test you won't forget. This course will be flat and fast, but don't mistake it for a stroll through the park. Located 40 minutes South of San Bernardino in the Greater Los Angeles area.

The Moreno Valley Road Runners Club brings you one of Southern California’s most exciting 5K and 10K races!

Your participation helps support our running club and fuels future races, youth running programs, and community events that keep our city active, healthy, and inspired.

Event details and schedule

💘 MVRRC Valentine’s Day Fun Run

Hosted by the Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC)

📍 Lake Perris State Recreation Area – Dam

17801 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571

📅 Saturday, February 14, 2026 – 7:30 AM

💞 What

Don’t miss Southern California’s sweetest Valentine’s Day fun run tradition!

Come run or walk a 5K or 10K before you celebrate with your loved ones.

We’ll have:

• ❤️ 5K Run/Walk

• ❤️ 10K Run (2 loops of the 5K course)

• 💖 1-Mile Kids Race (ages 12 & under)

Everyone is welcome — families, couples, friends, and solo runners!

📍 Where

Enjoy a scenic, historic course along The Lake Perris Dam, with beautiful lake views and a flat, traffic-free route — a perfect way to start Valentine’s Day morning.

🏃‍♀️ Course

• Start and finish at the Dam area

• 5K: Out-and-back course along the Dam

• 10K: Runs the 5K course twice

• Flat, long, and closed to regular traffic

🕒 When

• Event Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026

• Packet Pick-Up: Opens at 7:30 AM (race morning only)

• Please arrive early!

⏱ Race Start Times:

• 👧 Kids 1-Mile Race: 8:15 AM

• 🏃‍♂️ 5K & 10K Start: 8:30 AM

🏅 Awards

• Kids 1-Mile (Ages 12 & Under):

🥇 Top 3 Boys & Top 3 Girls

• 5K Run/Walk (Open Division):

🥇 Top 3 Males & Top 3 Females

• 10K Run (Open Division):

🥇 Top 3 Males & Top 3 Females

🎖 Medals for ALL participants in ALL races!

💲 Fees

Event Fee

Kids 1-Mile $5.00

5K Run/Walk $15.00

10K Run $20.00

💵 Race Day Payment Options:

• Cash

• Venmo

• Cash App

• Zelle

🚗 Park Entrance Fee: $10.00 per vehicle

💰 All race fees are the same on race day.

📞 Contact

Race Director: Henry

📧 Email: mvrrc@hotmail.com