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: 09-09-2026
Description: Out and back course, starting and finishing at Fort Mason, near ...
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-20-2026
Description: Mostly flat, loop course in Golden Gate Park, with start/finish at ...
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-02-2026
Description: Join us for either a fast, downhill 1 mile race or ...
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Running-8K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-08-2026
Description: Out and back course with start/finish near the Polo Fields in ...
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 07-05-2026
Description: Loop course with start and finish at the Polo Fields (south ...
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 09-06-2026
Description: Out and back course through Mountain Lake Park and the Presidio, ...
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Running-10K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 10-11-2026
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: 12-06-2026
Description: Starts and finishes at the lower parking lot of Baker Beach. ...
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 08-30-2026
Description: Start by heading eastbound on the San Francisco Bay Trail.
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 10-18-2026
Description: Challenging course consisting of grass, trails, and bike paths. Ever wonder ...
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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 06-21-2026
Description: Come celebrate Father's Day with DSE Runners! Flat, fast loop course ...
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Running-1 Mile - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-02-2026
Description: Join us for either a fast, downhill 1 mile race or ...
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Running-8K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 08-02-2026
Description: Golden Gate 10K, 5K, 3K, Double 8K Run/Walk offers ...
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Running-10K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 08-02-2026
Description: Golden Gate 10K, 5K, 3K, Double 8K Run/Walk offers ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 08-02-2026
Description: Golden Gate 10K, 5K, 3K, Double 8K Run/Walk offers ...
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HALF MARATHON - Team Fox Half Marathon Athlete
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 07-25-2026
Description: NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 7 MOST SCENIC HALF MARATHONS IN ...
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ROSÉ 5K - Team Fox 5K Athlete
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 07-25-2026
Description: NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 7 MOST SCENIC HALF MARATHONS IN ...
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PAIRING • ROSÉ 5K + HALF MARATHON - ...
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 07-25-2026
Description: NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 7 MOST SCENIC HALF MARATHONS IN ...
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Non-participating team captain - Non-participating team captain
Organization: Motiv Sports US
Date of Race: 07-25-2026
Description: NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 7 MOST SCENIC HALF MARATHONS IN ...
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Windmill 10k
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 10-11-2026
Description: Out and back course along JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park. ...
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Ken Reed Baker Beach Memorial 5K
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-06-2026
Description: Starts and finishes at the lower parking lot of Baker Beach. ...
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Mountain Lake 5K
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 09-06-2026
Description: Out and back course through Mountain Lake Park and the Presidio, ...
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Spreckels Lake 5K/SF Lightning Mile
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-02-2026
Description: Join us for either a fast, downhill 1 mile race or ...
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Crissy Field 5K--REVERSE!!!
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 08-30-2026
Description: Start by heading eastbound on the San Francisco Bay Trail.
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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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