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: 01-18-2026
Description: Join us for a flat, fast, and scenic out and back ...
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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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Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 04-26-2026
Description: Challenging, scenic course, combination of paved roads and trails. An opportunity ...
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Running-10 Mile - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 01-18-2026
Description: Join us for a flat, fast, and scenic out and back ...
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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-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-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-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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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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Mclaren park roller coaster 5k
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 04-26-2026
Description: Challenging, scenic course, combination of paved roads and trails. An opportunity ...
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Track & Field Class- Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 01-24-2026
Description: DescriptionThe fundamentals of body ...
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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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2026 Bay Area 5K & Polar Plunge
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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Waterfront 10 Mile and 5K
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 01-18-2026
Description: Join us for a flat, fast, and scenic out and back ...
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Oyster Point 10K
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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Mori Point 7K
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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Ghost Run - Tots - 4 and under
Organization: TOWN OF COLMA
Date of Race: 02-21-2026
Description: DescriptionRegistered tots will receive a race completion certificate and goodie ...
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Extended Cross Country: February and March
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 02-03-2026
Description: Description
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Extended Cross Country - January
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 01-06-2026
Description: Description
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Warriors Game Tickets Jewish Heritage Night
Organization: Oshman Family JCC
Date of Race: 01-11-2026
Description: Join us for Jewish Heritage Night at the Warriors against the ...
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Warriors Game Tickets Jewish Heritage Night
Organization: Oshman Family JCC
Date of Race: 01-11-2026
Description: Join us for Jewish Heritage Night at the Warriors against the ...
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Extended Cross Country: January - March
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 01-06-2026
Description: Description
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World Class Racewalking Clinic - Los Gatos, CA
Organization: World Class Racewalking
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: Contact: Georgiana Boeweratgboewer@gmail.com 831 214-0484 Fee: $225 ...
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Track & Field - Girls - Wood
Organization: Alameda Education Foundation
Date of Race: 03-05-2026
Description: Girls track and field registration. All eligible student-athletes are welcome ...
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Track & Field - Girls - ACLC/Nea
Organization: Alameda Education Foundation
Date of Race: 03-05-2026
Description: Girls track and field registration. All eligible student-athletes are welcome ...
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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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About Palo Alto
Palo Alto (CA) is a city in Santa Clara County with an estimated population of 64,403.[4]
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