Running races in or near Palo Alto, CA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Palo Alto, 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-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 05-31-2026
Description: Challenging, scenic course, combination of paved roads and trails. An opportunity ...
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Running-10K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 04-19-2026
Description: Flat, fast, and scenic out and back 10K course along the ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club West
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club West
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club South
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club South
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club South
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club West
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club North
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club North
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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HIVE Elementary Running Club North
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-09-2026
Description: DescriptionHIVE Elementary Running Club is a fun, low-pressure running program that ...
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Running-5K - Non-participating team captain
Organization: Fashion Your Mind Organization
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: Join us for FYMO’s 7th“Giving to Live” 5K Cancer Run/Walk — ...
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Mclaren park roller coaster 5k
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 05-31-2026
Description: Challenging, scenic course, combination of paved roads and trails. An opportunity ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Fashion Your Mind Organization
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: Join us for FYMO’s 7th“Giving to Live” 5K Cancer Run/Walk — ...
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Running-15K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 03-21-2026
Description: Marina Double 15K, Marina 10K,
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Running-7K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 03-29-2026
Description: Enjoy amazing views along the Pacifica coastline as you explore the ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 03-21-2026
Description: Marina Double 15K, Marina 10K,
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Running-10K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 03-21-2026
Description: Marina Double 15K, Marina 10K,
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Fashion Your Mind Organization
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: Join us for FYMO’s 7th“Giving to Live” 5K Cancer Run/Walk — ...
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5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Special Olympics Northern California
Date of Race: 03-21-2026
Description: Join Special Olympics Northern California for the coolest event ...
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Running-1 Mile - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Special Olympics Northern California
Date of Race: 03-21-2026
Description: Join Special Olympics Northern California for the coolest event ...
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Running-5K - Register your group or team of ...
Organization: Fashion Your Mind Organization
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: Join us for FYMO’s 7th“Giving to Live” 5K Cancer Run/Walk — ...
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Running-Kids 1 Mile - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 03-21-2026
Description: Marina Double 15K, Marina 10K,
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FYMO's 7th 'Giving to Live' 5K Cancer Run/Walk
Organization: Fashion Your Mind Organization
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: Join us for FYMO’s 7th“Giving to Live” 5K Cancer Run/Walk — ...
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Marina 10k, 5k, Double 15k and Kids 1 ...
Organization: Double Road Race Federation
Date of Race: 03-21-2026
Description: Marina Double 15K, Marina 10K,
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Complete list of running events in and near Palo Alto, CA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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Palo Alto (CA) is a city in Santa Clara County with an estimated population of 64,403.[4]
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