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Join us for another year of fun in the sun! At the Jolly10k you'll take a 10K or a 5K run or walk, through stunning Los Gatos mountain trails and arrive back at the finish line to enjoy fun, food and fellowship. We have informational booths, a variety of resource tables, CPR training and as always the Los Gatos Fire Dept. joins us for a group photo with the Fire Engine. We definitely have fun, but the reason we gather for the Jolly10k is to create a safe environment to have the difficult conversations about addiction and the deadly epidemic of Fentanyl that has flooded our country and stolen far too many young lives. But together, we can remember our loved ones and share life-saving information on how to prevent the next life lost from being someone in your family. Excercise, Information & Education!
Inaugural event
Monterey Ekiden
at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
Teams of four. One tasuki. Run at twilight.
The Monterey Ekiden is a twilight team relay, on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
What is Ekiden?
An ekiden is a long-distance relay that has been part of Japanese culture since 1917. Instead of a baton, each runner wears a cloth sash called a tasuki and hands it to the next teammate at the exchange. The sash carries the team's effort from one leg to the next. The format was built around collective effort over individual glory.
The relay
Four runners, one team, one 2.2 mile lap each, 8.8 miles in all. At every exchange you hand off the tasuki, and the next leg carries it on.
Why we run
Monterey and Nanao, Japan, have been sister cities for thirty years. This race supports a new cross-country exchange built on that bond. Students from Nanao visit Monterey in August, and the Monterey High team travels to Nanao in October. They train together, stay in each other's towns, and build friendships that cross language barriers and oceans. We are funding this project so a student's financial situation is never the barrier. A place is earned through merit and commitment, not through what a family can afford. In a region with deep Japanese roots, an ekiden is a fitting way to honor that history and open the door for the next group of students.
Proceeds benefit the Wasshoi Foundation and the Monterey High School Cross Country Exchange Boosters.
Watch the Course Flyover
A 3D run-through of the Laguna Seca course. flyover.racemob.com/monterey-ekiden
Race day
2:00 to 5:00 PM Cultural Fair & Fitness Expo
Open to all
2:00 to 4:30 PM Packet pickup
4:15 PM Taiko by Watsonville Taiko
5:00 PM Race start, twilight
After Japanese street food, beer garden, sunset DJ set
The finish line opens into a sunset celebration.
Every runner takes home a rally towel
Every runner gets a commemorative rally towel, similar to a traditional Japanese tenugui, to take home from the day
How to register
One person registers as team captain and creates the team, then invites three teammates who join free.
Team entry is $171.90 for the team, about $43 a runner, all in. Price rises to $182.55 race week.
Solo runners are welcome, though the spirit of ekiden is the team.
New to ekiden, or a runner or two short? Tell us and we will help you find a team.
Kids 10 and older are welcome.
Feeling competitive? During registration your team can challenge another team for bonus raffle entries and bragging rights.
Create a team. Challenge another.
Teachers, coworkers, families, running clubs, restaurants, alumni groups, Aquarium volunteers, CHOMP nurses, or completely ridiculous costume teams are all encouraged. During registration, teams may issue an official challenge to another team in the race. Winning challenge teams receive bonus raffle entries and eternal bragging rights.
Good to know
Timing: chip timing.
Parking: on site, free.
Weather: rain or shine.
Cutoff: off the track by 7:00 PM. About two hours for the 8.8 mile relay, roughly a 13.5 minute mile across your four runners.
Walkers: welcome within the time limit. Mix walkers and runners to give your team ample time.
Refunds: none; transfers OK.
Pets and strollers: no dogs, and strollers are discouraged due to a steep downhill on the course.
Organized by
Peter Jordan
Race Director and Head Cross Country Coach, Monterey High School
Peter Jordan retired in 2017 after thirty years in education, then walked the 950-mile pilgrimage of Shikoku's 88 sacred temples. He is a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Head Cross Country Coach at Monterey High, and helps lead the Monterey/Nanao Exchange Project.
Hosted by
Big Sur International Marathon
Sponsor
Wasshoi Foundation
Founding partner
Held at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
See the full story and watch the course flyover at montereyekiden.com
The 5th annual Strawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by the Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services will kick-off the Watsonville Strawberry Festival on Saturday August 1, 2026. The Jam begins and ends at the temporary location, Landmark Elementary School in Watsonville while Ramsay Park is being renovated. This is an easy and fun course that includes Watsonville's beautiful slough system with an out and back section on Ohlone Parkway. See photo of course. No dogs please, but families and strollers are welcome. Register on Active.com. Races will be coordinated by the Santa Cruz Track Club.
The Jam is being held in conjunction with The Watsonville Strawberry Festival, held on Saturday, August 1, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, August 2, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in historic downtown Watsonville. https://www.watsonville.gov/1117/Watsonville-Strawberry-Festival
Contact: [email protected] for any questions.
Event details and schedule
Check-in on race day begins at 6:45 am at Landmark Elementary School parking lot. The Kids 1K Fun Run/Walk begins promptly at 7:45 am. Parents are welcome to join and guide their kids through the 1K run. The 5k Fun Run/Walk will follow for those of ages 12+ starting at 8am. There will be portable restrooms and water stations available on day of race. Look out for designated guides who will be stationed at various points throughout the race to ensure the designated course is easy to follow. Costumes are encouraged!!
Parking:
There is limited parking at Landmark Elementary School. Experienced Runners are encouraged to warm up by parking at the Ramsay Park Nature Center Parking Lot at on HARKINS SLOUGH ROAD and warming up for .5 miles on the path to race. There will be an attentent at the parking lot to help direct runners. Please see map for pathway from Nature Center to Landmark Elementary School.
Registration Fees are as follows:
Kids 1K (Ages 12 and under): $10
5K (Ages 12+):
$40 until 07/30/2026
$45 After 7/30 and Day of Event for Cash and Card Payments
Prizes:
Ribbons will be awarded to top 2 in each category.
Strawberry-themed socks will be given to all pre-registrants over age 12. Socks may be available on race day but are not guaranteed for day-of-race registrants.
Divisions:
Male and Felmale Categories
19 and Under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80+
Contact: [email protected].
Join us in Gilroy, California on Saturday, August 22, 2026, for the Race2Unravel — a powerful day of ACTION in the fight against childhood cancer.
This inspiring community event features a 5K, 10K, and our new 5K Ruck Division — because every step forward fuels critical pediatric cancer research. Whether you run, ruck, sponsor, or donate, you are helping fund innovative research and honoring the children who inspire us: those still fighting, those we’ve lost, and the future we refuse to give up on.
And for our youngest supporters, we've added a few different options. They can participate in the main runs (5K Youth Ages 7–17 or 10K Youth Ages 9-17) or the Kids Fun Run (Ages 2–12) that consists of one lap around the park (just over ¼ mile). Parents are welcome to walk or run alongside their child for the Kids Fun Run but all those participating in the 5K or 10K must be registered. These are great opportunities for children to get involved and feel the spirit of the day.
Move with purpose. Show up with heart. Race2Unravel...until there is a cure!
About Rucking:
Rucking is a physical activity that involves walking with a weighted backpack, often referred to as a ruck. It combines the benefits of strength training and cardio, making it an effective workout for building endurance and muscle. Weight requirements are 30 lbs for men and 20 lbs for women, and rucksacks will be weighed prior to the start.
About the Course:
The route begins at Christmas Hill Park (Ranch Side) and winds through parts of the Uvas Creek Levee Park Preserve, following the Uvas Creek Levee Trail. The course is mainly flat and fully paved, offering a scenic run through one of Gilroy’s most beautiful natural areas.
To ensure a smooth and confident experience for all participants, there will be prominent course signage and clearly marked turnaround points.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Registration Deadline for T-shirt is July 31st
No Pets Allowed
This is a Cupless Race - Please bring your own water bottle.
Strollers are allowed but please start toward the back and give the right of way on the narrower portions of the course.
Regular Registration Ends Friday, August 21st @ 3pm; Same day registration available until 7:30AM sharp on Saturday, August 22nd.
Medals will be presented to the top three male and top three female finishers in the 5K, 5K Youth, 10K, 10K Youth and 5K Ruck divisions. Participants in the Kids Fun Run will also receive a commemorative medal.
The Sandman Triathlon is one of Santa Cruz County’s oldest triathlons, having held its inaugural race in 1985, in the infancy of the sport.
The Sandman is a fundraiser for:
the local State Parks,
Lifeguard operations,
the Junior Lifeguard program.
Proceeds help fund scholarships for underprivileged kids so they can receive high-quality water safety education.
The Sandman Triathlon is a USAT-sanctioned event.
The inaugural Apple City 5k!
Come run fun easy trails and be a part of the Watsonville community!
Going back to the roots of farming in Watsonville, the Apple City 5k at Pinto Lake County Park is a dedication to agricultural history and life of the Pajaro Valley.
Participants will experience the scenic meadows and trails of the county park, with gentle trails circling the whole park.
The kids 1k will go around the soccer fields near the starting/finish line.
This race is hosted by the Santa Cruz Track Club Fall Race series with 50% of funds going to the Pajaro Valley Education Foundation to support the students of the Pajaro Valley.
Please join us for the River Run back for a great 6th year in 2026. A family-friendly event that will be fun for everyone! You'll be able to run or walk a 5K distance or a 1Mile untimed fun run.
The River Run 2026 is a unique experience that meanders through a working sand and gravel quarry. The events take you inside the Southside Sand and Gravel Quarry to see the working quarry site, the banks of the San Benito River, specialized equipment that processes the rock, and beautiful natural surroundings.
River Run benefits the YMCA of San Benito County and begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 12th 2026. Check in begins at 7:00am.
Pricing is available for individuals or families. The family pricing option is available for families/groups of 4 or more participants.
The event is located the the Graniterock Sand and Gravel Quarry at 5632 Airline Highway, Hollister, CA 95023. Free parking is available at the race site.
Initial Mile proudly presents to you Anime Fan and Fitness Festival, the festival where anime and fitness collide.
Join us for our second annual Anime Fan and Fitness Festival in Gilroy, CA on Saturday, September 19, 2026 where we will be brining back our Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 5k Run and Walk and will be adding our newest events the Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 10k run and the Little Ninja Dash!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, a dedicated fitness enthusiast, a creative cosplayer, or a passionate anime fan, the Anime Fan and Fitness Festival was made just for you. All experience levels are encouraged so gather your friends, family, lace up your shoes, and step into a world where miles meet anime as we bring anime energy to every stride. Cosplay is highly encouraged, so suit up as your favorite character and make this run a true celebration of anime culture!
After crossing the finish line, stick around at victory village to celebrate, support small businesses, enjoy some local bites, cheer on our local performers and participate in our Fandom Anime Quest where you'll have the opportunity to complete a series of Fandom challenges and earn our Initial Mile Warrior Badge.
10k Run Registration Release Fees:
January - June: $50
July: $60
August - Race Day: $70
5k Run Registration Release Fees:
January - June: $40
July: $50
August - Race Day: $60
Little Ninja Dash Fees:
Registration is FREE but must register your little ninja by July 31 to receive finisher ribbon.
Each Registration Comes With:
Official race timing results from SVE Timing.
Official race bib.
Finisher wooden medal.
Option to purchase a finisher t-shirt for additional fee.
Stronger Together: 5th Annual 1k/5k Walk-Run
Early Bird Pricing and Family Pack, Available Now-Until August 15, 2026!
Same Day Registration is Available between 8:00 am and 9:00 am Day of the Event
Sunday, September 20th at Aptos High School Track and Field
The Stronger Together Walk-Run is a community awareness and fundraising event held annually at Aptos High School to mark the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Now in its fifth year, the event features a 1k and 5k course, children’s activities, music, food trucks, community resource tables, raffles, and team prizes. Organized by Monarch Services, the event promotes wellness, solidarity, and support for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking across Santa Cruz County.
Event opens 8:00 am- Same Day Registration and food trucks 8:00 to 9:00 am, welcome and stretch. 9:00 am 1k race begins and 5k immediately after. Dance performance, community activities and food trucks during the event.
Join us for Monte's 5K
Saturday, Oct. 10th, 2026 (RAFT Weekend)
9 a.m. CSUMB Campus - Otter Student Union
It's time to break a stride and bust a sweat for student scholarships! Attendees are required to register in advance and encouraged to donate to support the student scholarship fund. We are calling all families, students, staff, faculty, and community members to walk, run, or roll with our mascot, Monte Rey, through our beautiful campus.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 (RAFT Weekend)
Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
Start/Finish Line: In front of the Otter Student Union, Cal State Monterey Bay
Course Map: Coming soon!
Registration: (No Registration on Race Day)
Monte's 5K is open to all members of the community and will raise money for student scholarships. All ages are welcome to participate (under 18 with a guardian). There is no age limit for participating. Volunteers must be 18 years or older. Participants with strollers are welcome; however, strollers must be in the last leg of the race for safety. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed at the race, with the exception of Service Animals. Please register by Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. (Note: For your convenience, all registration is handled exclusively through this Race Roster platform. We are unable to accept cash, and there will be no race day registrations.)
Registration fees:
CSUMB Students: Free (You will need your Student ID and the promo code: "CSUMBSTUDENT2026" to register and receive the free entry)
All other participants: $35 until Monday, August 31st, price increases to $40 after August 31, 2026. (Children under the age of 12 are free*)
$20 from every registration fee goes directly to a student scholarship fund.
*Children under 12 can participate for free as untimed participants (waivers required). They'll receive a medal at the finish line. If you'd like a bib or t-shirt for your child, you can register them as a participant and pay the registration fee.
Do want to sleep in but still support the cause? If would like to donate to student scholarships but not run in the race, please consider making a gift to CSUMB: Donate
Registration includes:
Race bib
Race Medal
Race T-shirt
Post-race refreshments
Fun for all!
Entry fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable. There are no refunds if the event is canceled due to a force majeure event.
We are committed to providing a fair and equitable experience for all participants. This includes ensuring all participants are registered and receive a bib and t-shirt. If you do not pick up your bib and t-shirt during bib pick-up or on race day, participants will forfeit their t-shirts, bibs, and medals. This ensures that all participants have a fair chance to receive these items and reduce waste.
Bib Pick Up:
Bib pick-up will be held the week of Oct. 5th - Oct. 9th, and on the morning of the race, Saturday, Oct. 10th from 7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. in front of the Otter Student Union.
Please bring a Photo ID. All participants must sign an event waiver online in advance.
Race Day:
Please arrive early for the race. We recommend 30 to 60 minutes prior to the 9:00 a.m. start time.
Monte's 5K Training Program:
Interested in training for the 5K? Join Exercise is Medicine on Campus for the MB FLOW training program for FREE! Kinesiology faculty Sara Powell and Lisa Leininger designed the program to help you prepare mentally and physically for our exciting annual event. The program takes place asynchronously on Canvas, allowing you to train at any time that is convenient for you. Contact Dr. Sara Powell [email protected] for more information.
Parking:
Parking is located in Lot 71 (see parking map). A parking permit is required at all times. The cost of a daily pass is $5 and can be paid on arrival at the yellow parking meter or online using this link: https://csumb.edu/parking/permits/. Permits must be printed out and clearly displayed at all times.
The course will be cleared by 11am. After 11am, participants will be asked to continue along sidewalks for the reopening of roadway traffic.
Driving Directions (day of event):
Enter campus from the NORTH using the Imjin Pkwy/Imjin Rd traffic signal or from the East using the Inter-Garrison Rd and Abrams Dr. intersection. Lot 71 is located on the corner of 6th Ave. and Inter-Garrison Rd. Please follow these directions as road closures in the race area will be in effect after 8 a.m.
Accessibility:
CSUMB works to make events accessible to all. To request special accommodations, or for more information, please contact Jeff Rensel, Director of the Otter Student Union, at [email protected] or (831) 582-3646.
*Please note that minor participants/attendees must remain under the supervision of their parent, legal guardian or authorized chaperone during the course of this event. CSU Monterey Bay's staff, faculty, students, and guests will not be held responsible or liable for the supervision of any minor participant/attendee during the event.
Toro Park is a vast, sprawling venue full of iconic Bay Area trail scenery. Picture rolling golden hills, sparse coast live oak offering brief moments of shade, and smooth trails carrying you up and down through pastures and arroyos.
This weekend also features Spartan Obstacle Course Races.