Running races in or near Santa Cruz, CA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Santa Cruz, 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 Club (Competitive - Girls)
Organization: Cupertino FC Soccer Club
Date of Race: 08-17-2025
Description: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KCdWvscNAiTfEFCV7
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Running Club (Competitive - Boys)
Organization: Cupertino FC Soccer Club
Date of Race: 08-17-2025
Description: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KCdWvscNAiTfEFCV7
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Running-5K - Adults 18+
Organization: Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services
Date of Race: 08-02-2025
Description: The 4th annualStrawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by theFriends of ...
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Running-5K Students - Students
Organization: Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services
Date of Race: 08-02-2025
Description: The 4th annualStrawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by theFriends of ...
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Running-1K - Kids 1K Run/Walk
Organization: Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services
Date of Race: 08-02-2025
Description: The 4th annualStrawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by theFriends of ...
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Track & Field (Session 2)- Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: DescriptionThe fundamentals of body ...
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Strawberry Jam 1K and 5K Fun Run and ...
Organization: Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services
Date of Race: 08-02-2025
Description: The 4th annualStrawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by theFriends of ...
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Track & Field (Session 1)- Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 09-13-2025
Description: DescriptionThe fundamentals of body ...
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5K Glenwood Trail Run/Walk Registration
Organization: CITY OF SCOTTS VALLEY RECREATION DIVISION
Date of Race: 10-11-2025
Description: Description GLENWOOD 5K Trail Run/Walk
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Free but the price is for insurance
Organization: Cupertino FC Soccer Club
Date of Race: 08-17-2025
Description: Description GLENWOOD 5K Trail Run/Walk
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Free but the price is for insurance
Organization: Cupertino FC Soccer Club
Date of Race: 08-17-2025
Description: Description GLENWOOD 5K Trail Run/Walk
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5K Walk/Run Sponsorships
Organization: CITY OF SCOTTS VALLEY RECREATION DIVISION
Date of Race: 10-11-2025
Description: Description
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Route 3: Washington Park, De Anza Park, Stratford ...
Organization: Stratford Schools
Date of Race: 08-20-2025
Description: Stratford Preparatory Blackford is dedicated to providing transportation services tailored to ...
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Route 1: San Jose Elementary School, San Jose ...
Organization: Stratford Schools
Date of Race: 08-20-2025
Description: Stratford Preparatory Blackford is dedicated to providing transportation services tailored to ...
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Route 2: Fremont Osgood, Milpitas Great Mall, Stratford ...
Organization: Stratford Schools
Date of Race: 08-20-2025
Description: Stratford Preparatory Blackford is dedicated to providing transportation services tailored to ...
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Tot/Pre-Soccer - Kidz Love Soccer
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 09-10-2025
Description: DescriptionLittle tykes will ...
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Tot/Pre-Soccer - Kidz Love Soccer
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 09-10-2025
Description: DescriptionLittle tykes will ...
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Tot/Pre-Soccer - Kidz Love Soccer
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 09-10-2025
Description: DescriptionLittle tykes will ...
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Track & Field (Session 1)- Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 09-13-2025
Description: DescriptionThe fundamentals of body ...
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Track & Field (Session 1)- Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 09-13-2025
Description: DescriptionThe fundamentals of body ...
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Track & Field (Session 2)- Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: DescriptionThe fundamentals of body ...
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Track & Field (Session 2)- Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: DescriptionThe fundamentals of body ...
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Badminton (Session 2) - Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 10-07-2025
Description: DescriptionWhether your child is a beginner or intermediate player, this program ...
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Tot/Pre Soccer - Kidz Love Soccer
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 09-11-2025
Description: DescriptionLittle tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big ...
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Badminton (Session 2) - Skyhawks Sports
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 10-07-2025
Description: DescriptionWhether your child is a beginner or intermediate player, this program ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Santa Cruz, CA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz (CA) is a city in Santa Cruz County with an estimated population of 59,946.[4]
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