Running races in or near Santa Maria, 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 Maria, 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.
2026 SKECHERS Wicked Wine Run Santa Barbara
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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National Public Lands and Trails Day with the ...
Organization: City of Santa Maria
Date of Race: 09-26-2026
Description: DescriptionWe're sorry, but this activity is full.Join us, along with ...
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Dia de los Muertos - Catrin - Catrina ...
Organization: City of Santa Maria
Date of Race: 10-25-2026
Description: DescriptionAs part of the Día de los Muertos Family Celebration, the ...
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Ladies Night In: The Lady Boss Lounge
Organization: City of Santa Maria
Date of Race: 10-16-2026
Description: DescriptionCalling all boss ladies! Step into a night of glamour, mystery, ...
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5K WICKED WINE RUN - Individual
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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Volunteer then Run! - Individual
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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BOTH 5K + 1K! - Individual
Organization: Wicked Wine Run
Date of Race: 11-14-2026
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: 11-14-2026
Description: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just love to walk and ...
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2026 Grinchmas Family Fun Run/Walk - Benefitting Central ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Little Grinch 1-Mile Sprint (13 & Under) - ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Grinchmas Fun Run 10K - Adult Grinchmas 10k ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Grinchmas Fun Run/Walk 5K - Youth Grinchmas 5k ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Grinchmas Fun Run/Walk 5K - Adult Grinchmas 5k ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Tiny Who Diaper Dash (3 & Under) - ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Mini Who Mini Race (Ages 4-6yrs) - Mini ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Grinchmas Fun Run 10K - Youth Grinchmas 10k ...
Organization: PLAY, Inc.
Date of Race: 12-13-2026
Description: The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, PLAY, Inc.
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Complete list of running events in and near Santa Maria, CA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Santa Maria
Santa Maria (CA) is a city in Santa Barbara County with an estimated population of 99,553.[4]
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In 2015, the 5K maintained the #1 position of all race distances with 7.6 million finishers (U.S.).
