5K-Läufe in der Nähe von Antioch

Der Bay Front Run startet und endet am Bayfront Boulevard in Hercules, Kalifornien, direkt neben dem Bay Front Trail. Dieses jährliche Community-Rennen bietet 5K, 10K, einen 1 Mile Run/Walk und einen Kids Fun Run an. Die Hauptläufe starten morgens, die Kinderläufe sind für später geplant. Der 5K und 10K sind mit Chip-Zeitnahme und Wertung, während die kürzeren Distanzen für Walker, Familien und kleine Kinder gedacht sind. Die Strecke geht von Sanderling und Bayfront den Bayfront Boulevard entlang bis zum Bay Trail Eingang am John Muir Parkway. Dann geht's den Trail durch Hercules Richtung Rodeo, bis zum Wendepunkt am Ende des Bay Trails. Der 10K läuft diese Strecke zweimal. Die Veranstaltung unterstützt die Hercules Education Foundation. Nach dem Lauf gibt's das Bay Front Festival mit Musik, Food Trucks, lokalen Geschäften, Unterhaltung und Community-Organisationen. Wer sich früh anmeldet, bekommt ein Race Shirt, die ersten 350 Finisher kriegen eine Medaille und die besten Läufer und Läuferinnen im 5K und 10K bekommen Auszeichnungen.

Der SKECHERS Wicked Wine Run Napa Valley Fall Date ist ein Lauf- und Walking-Event bei der Sunrise Ranch Winery in American Canyon, ganz am südlichen Ende vom Napa Valley. Zur Auswahl stehen ein 5K Wicked Wine Run, ein 1K Wine Walk oder eine Kombi-Option, falls du beides machen willst. Das ist super für Läufer, die einen kurzen Wettkampf suchen, und für Walker, denen es hauptsächlich um die Weinberge und die Verkostungsstopps geht. Die Strecken führen durch die Weinberge. Beim 1K geht's an vier Weinproben-Stationen von Partnerweingütern vorbei. Wer den 5K schafft, bekommt im Ziel ein Gratis-Glas Wein. Danach steigt eine Party mit Live-DJ, Food Trucks, zusätzlichem Wein zum Kaufen und Spielen. Organisiert wird das Ganze von Wicked Wine Run, und mit deiner Teilnahme unterstützt du auch noch Charity-Partner.

The Reservoir Dogs Trail Run is an October trail race held at San Pablo Reservoir, located near Orinda in the East Bay. All race distances commence and conclude at the San Pablo Reservoir Visitor Center. Participants can select from 5K, 10K, half marathon, or 35K distances. The event has a participant cap of approximately 300 individuals across all races. Inside Trail Racing organizes this event. The longer distances feature a 6.5-hour time limit, maintaining the structure of a genuine trail race as opposed to a casual reservoir run. The course's distinctive feature is its complete circuit around Briones Reservoir using EBMUD trails, incorporating segments typically accessible only with permits. Expect a mix of moderately technical dirt paths, open fire roads, undulating hills, wooded single-track, winding single and double-track sections, exposed ridgelines, and expansive vistas of the watershed. The 10K, half marathon, and 35K races involve less elevation gain compared to many other Inside Trail events, allowing for faster times while still providing road runners with a true trail challenge. Aid stations are equipped with gels, trail mix, salty snacks, fruit, Coke, and Stroopwafels; however, participants must carry their own water between stations. Finishers receive a tech shirt and a medal, age-group victors are awarded trophies, and one participant receives the unique "Dead Last Finisher" award. Notably, dogs are prohibited despite the race's name.

The Run for Education is a spring 5K, 10K, and Kids Fun Run held in El Segundo, California. Its purpose, reflected in the name, is to raise funds for the city’s K-12 public schools. The El Segundo PTA Council organizes the event, which is now in its fourth decade. The 5K and 10K courses are USATF-certified, winding through downtown El Segundo and adjacent neighborhoods. These routes offer a measured course for competitive runners and a straightforward local path for casual participants. The field comprises competitive racers, joggers, walkers, families, and children. Age-group medals are awarded to the top three finishers in the 5K and 10K, with medals given to all participants who finish a race.

The Donut Fun Run is a timed, donut-themed 5k at Alameda Point, starting from the Seaplane Lagoon Promenade. It is open to all ages and abilities, accommodating families, casual walkers, first-time 5k runners, and people who still want an official time. The race is in its fourth annual edition, with the setup favoring a community morning and a finish-line party over a competitive racing event. After the 5k, participants enter a Finish Line Festival centered on donuts and local vendors. The festival features a donut eating contest, donuts from Donut Petit, live music, food and beverage booths, Bay Area craft vendors, a health and wellness expo, and beer and wine for guests over 21. A specific local highlight is The Dancing Donuts, a group from Alameda's Dance/10 studio, performing at the festival and available for photos.

Boundary Bay is a late-fall race series held at Boundary Bay Park, Centennial Beach in Delta, British Columbia, offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, and 4-person marathon relay distances. The marathon is presented as a final opportunity for runners aiming for a Boston qualifying time, featuring a straightforward course: a completely flat gravel oceanside trail with no elevation gain. All distances follow an out-and-back route along British Columbia's southern coast, allowing participants to run beside Boundary Bay instead of through city streets. The course offers views across the Salish Sea towards the San Juan Islands, with migratory birds present and ocean weather as the primary variable. The race supports Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon. Organizers acknowledge the late-season timing by advising runners to dress warmly, bring dry clothes, and appreciate the clock-change weekend that may provide an extra hour of sleep.

Run Against Hunger ist ein jährlicher Lauf und Walk in Stockton, California, der in der 404 W. Fremont Street stattfindet. Angeboten werden ein 5K, ein 10K und ein Kids 1/4 Mile Fun Run, sodass Erwachsene, Kinder, Läufer und Walker genau die richtige Distanz für sich finden können. Organisiert wird das Ganze von der Emergency Food Bank Stockton/San Joaquin und präsentiert von der Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation. Das Event findet dieses Jahr zum 22. Mal statt, wobei die Erlöse und die generierte Aufmerksamkeit direkt dem Kampf gegen den Hunger in der lokalen Gemeinschaft zugutekommen. Der Kinderlauf trägt stark zur familienfreundlichen Atmosphäre bei, was es von einem reinen Straßenlauf unterscheidet.

The Animal Run 5k Tofurkey Trot is a late-November road 5K in San Leandro, California, held at San Leandro Marina Park in Alameda County. Runners begin and end at the park’s south parking lot near Monarch Bay Drive, making it a short Bay Area race with a clear community focus, not a large-city marathon. This event is part of the Animal Run series, a collection of vegan foot races that raise funds for animal welfare organizations dedicated to saving animals, rehoming them, and supporting their care. Children and dogs are permitted, and the event also encourages participants to support vegan businesses focused on health, animals, and the local community.

The Concord California Turkey Trot 5K begins at Newhall Park at 8 AM on Thanksgiving morning. This 5K run/walk in Concord, California, offers a family registration option, a charity entry, and a separate Kids Run presented by Liberty Gymnastics. The event supports Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa, directly linking the holiday race to a local food-service nonprofit. The 5K course incorporates grass fields, park pathways, and city streets, creating a mixed-surface park run rather than a flat road-only race. Strollers and pets are permitted, though participants with them should begin at the rear to allow timed runners a clear start. All 5K participants receive a tech shirt and a medal. Children aged two and under may ride in a stroller without paid registration. The Kids Run is situated near the 5K start and finish at Newhall Community Park, featuring check-in and a group warm-up prior to a brief morning run for children.

The Bishop Ranch Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day 5K held at Bishop Ranch City Center in San Ramon, California. This community race, timed with chips, offers two primary 5K choices: the FAST Turkey 5K for those aiming for under 40 minutes, and the Festive 5K for all others. A Tiny Turkey dash provides a 50-yard run for children under 5, making the morning suitable for racers, walkers, families, and spectators. The course circles the lakes and gardens near Bishop Ranch City Center, featuring a level path of pavement and packed dirt. Costumes are encouraged, including turkey suits, and pets may accompany family groups. Registration fees benefit the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, lending the event a straightforward Thanksgiving theme: run, cheer, dress up, and support a local food bank before the holiday festivities commence.

The Tri-Valley Turkey Burn is a Thanksgiving morning 5K and 10K run, walk, or stroll held at Ken Mercer Sports Park in Pleasanton, California. It is designed for families, casual walkers, runners, strollers, and leashed dogs, with affordable registration fees for adults, youth, and children under 10. The event embraces the holiday spirit: participants can create their own "I am thankful for..." race bib, coffee is available before the start, and snacks are provided afterward. A pre-race warm-up is offered, along with sponsor and nonprofit booths. Optional Turkey Burn apparel, including shirts, hats, socks, and sunglasses, is available for purchase, and all participants receive a finisher medal.

Der Reindeer Run/Walk ist ein jährlicher Weihnachtslauf in American Canyon, California, der Anfang Dezember stattfindet. Es gibt einen 5K Run/Walk und einen 10K Run. Vor dem Start geht's um 8 Uhr morgens los. Zuerst startet der 10K, danach die 5K Läufer und dann die 5K Walker. Der Event ist für alle gedacht: Walker, Familien, Kinder und Läufer aller Leistungsklassen sind herzlich willkommen. Der ganze Event ist total im Weihnachts-Spirit, besonders für die jüngeren Teilnehmer. Kinder bis 5 Jahre bekommen eine Finisher-Medaille und ein Rentiergeweih als Souvenir. Für 6- bis 17-Jährige gibt es spezielle Jugendpreise. Anmelden kann man sich schon im Juni, mit einer Early-Bird-Phase. Die Startgebühren sind übrigens nicht erstattungsfähig; nicht genutzte Anteile gehen als Spende an ACParks. Die Veranstalter bewerben den Lauf auch auf der Meet Me in the Street Gemeinschaftsmesse in American Canyon, die jeden zweiten Mittwoch im Monat von Juni bis September stattfindet. Dort kann man Spiele spielen, Preise gewinnen und sich schon mal über den Lauf informieren, bevor die eigentliche Laufsaison losgeht.