Running races in or near Novato, CA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Novato, CA area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Running-10K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-28-2025
Description: Out and back course along JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park. ...
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-21-2025
Description: Mostly flat, loop course in Golden Gate Park, with start/finish at ...
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12K Individual Runner - Non-participating team captain
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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Half Marathon - Half - Individual
Organization: 10xEM LLC
Date of Race: 04-26-2026
Description: The annualrunning of theNapa Spring Half Marathon and ...
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12K Centipede - CENTIPEDE → Create a Centipede ...
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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12K Centipede - CENTIPEDE → Create a Centipede
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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12K Individual Runner - 12K Individual
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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12K Individual Runner - 12K Individual + 3K ...
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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12K Virtual Runner - 15K Breaker Bonus
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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5K - 5K - Individual
Organization: 10xEM LLC
Date of Race: 04-26-2026
Description: The annualrunning of theNapa Spring Half Marathon and ...
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12K Centipede - CENTIPEDE → Join a Team
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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12K Virtual Runner - 12K Virtual Runner
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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Windmill 10K
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-28-2025
Description: Out and back course along JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park. ...
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Rainbow Falls Holiday 5K & Kids Run
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-21-2025
Description: Mostly flat, loop course in Golden Gate Park, with start/finish at ...
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2026 Bay to Breakers
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 05-17-2026
Description: This historic 12k fun run through the streets of San Francisco ...
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2026 Napa Spring Half Marathon & 5K
Organization: 10xEM LLC
Date of Race: 04-26-2026
Description: The annualrunning of theNapa Spring Half Marathon and ...
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Children in Strollers - Stroller
Organization: 10xEM LLC
Date of Race: 04-26-2026
Description: The annualrunning of theNapa Spring Half Marathon and ...
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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Sausalito Jingle Bell ...
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-14-2025
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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5K WICKED WINE RUN - Individual
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 10-10-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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1K WINE WALK - Individual
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 10-10-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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2026 Wicked Wine Run Napa Valley Fall Date
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 10-10-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Dog Registration Add-On
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-14-2025
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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BOTH 5K + 1K! - Individual
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 10-10-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Sausalito Jingle Bell ...
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-14-2025
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Sausalito Jingle Bell ...
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-14-2025
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Novato, CA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Novato
Novato (CA) is a city in Marin County with an estimated population of 51,904.[4]
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