Running races in or near San Rafael, CA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local San Rafael, 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-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: 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: 11-01-2026
Description: Join us for either a moderately uphill "San Francisco 1 mile" ...
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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-4 Miles - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-27-2026
Description: Scenic, challenging loop course. Actually 2 loops, one around and one ...
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Running-4 Miles - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-29-2026
Description: Challenging loop course around Twin Peaks. Start/finish near the reservoir at ...
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Running-1 Mile - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-01-2026
Description: Join us for either a moderately uphill "San Francisco 1 mile" ...
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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Sausalito Jingle Bell ...
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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Baker Beach 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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Spreckels Lake 5K/San Franciscan Mile
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-01-2026
Description: Join us for either a moderately uphill "San Francisco 1 mile" ...
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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Sausalito Jingle Bell ...
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Dog Registration Add-On
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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2026 Annual Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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Stern Grove 4 mile
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 12-27-2026
Description: Scenic, challenging loop course. Actually 2 loops, one around and one ...
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Kennedy Drive 8K
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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Rainbow Falls 5K
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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Sausalito Jingle Bell 5K - Sausalito Jingle Bell ...
Organization: Dipsea Race Foundation / Sausalito on the Waterfront Foundation
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
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: 12-13-2026
Description: A unique race along the historic Sausalito Waterfront with breathtaking views ...
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Twin Peaks 4 Mile
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 11-29-2026
Description: Challenging loop course around Twin Peaks. Start/finish near the reservoir at ...
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San Francisco Turkey Trot (24th annual Thanksgiving Run ...
Organization: SF Turkey Trot
Date of Race: 11-26-2026
Description: San Francisco Turkey Trot – ...
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Turkey Trail Trot - 5 Miles - Individual
Organization: SF Turkey Trot
Date of Race: 11-26-2026
Description: San Francisco Turkey Trot – ...
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Pilgrim Promenade - 3 Mile Walk (NON-competitive, no ...
Organization: SF Turkey Trot
Date of Race: 11-26-2026
Description: San Francisco Turkey Trot – ...
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2027 Napa (FALL) SKECHERS Wicked Wine Run
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 10-09-2027
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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5K WICKED WINE RUN - Individual
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 10-09-2027
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: 10-09-2027
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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Complete list of running events in and near San Rafael, CA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About San Rafael
San Rafael (CA) is a city in Marin County with an estimated population of 57,713.[4]
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There were at least 768 marathons scheduled in the United States and Canada in 2016.
