California 5K races

Compare a 5K by its actual start, surface and entry rules. A short distance alone does not establish beginner suitability, a no-walking rule, accessibility or a flat course; check the organizer when those details are not confirmed.

5 recorded distance events across 5 race families. This selection covers 2026-10-12 through 2027-10-12 (end date excluded), a 12-month planning window reviewed 2026-10-12. It is a growing selection, not a complete calendar or a promise of entry availability.

Dates below come from recorded source snapshots, not a fresh organizer check on the page-review date. Some checks are overdue. Search current upcoming races before making plans.

Compare recorded editions

  • RunThrough San Francisco at Crissy Field — 5K

    · San Francisco, CA · 5K

    In-person 5K and 10K along the Crissy Field waterfront. The organizer also offers a half marathon; only the verified short-distance entries are included here.

    Source check recorded 2026-10-10. Official source

  • Berkeley Half Marathon — 5K

    · Berkeley, CA · 5K

    Berkeley race festival offering a half marathon, 10K and 5K. Distances use different routes; check the selected event’s course and start information.

    Source check recorded 2026-10-10. Official source

  • Quarry Turkey — 5K

    · Fremont, CA · 5K

    Thanksgiving-weekend half marathon, 10K and 5K at Quarry Lakes Regional Park. Routes are mostly dirt fire trails with short paved sections; walkers are welcome.

    Source check recorded 2026-10-10. Official source

  • Kiwanis Resolution Run — 5K

    · Mountain View, CA · 5K

    Chip-timed 5K and 10K run/walk events at Mountain View Shoreline Park. Check current race-day instructions with the organizer.

    Source check recorded 2026-10-10. Official source

  • Bay Breeze — 5K

    · San Leandro, CA · 5K

    Half marathon, 10K and 5K starting and finishing at San Leandro Marina Park along bayside routes. Check the distance-specific map and current entry details.

    Source check recorded 2026-10-10. Official source

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