10K-Läufe in der Nähe von Mission Viejo

Luz y Vida is a Día de los Muertos run/walk in Riverside, California, with 5k, 10k, 15k, and half marathon options from Ryan Bonaminio Park. A Better World Running organizes it, and the setup is low-key: bib pickup happens the morning of the race, all distances start early, and registration includes a custom finisher medal, a drawstring goodie bag, free photos, free videos, posted results, snacks, and samples. The course uses a marked open path shared with pedestrians, runners, and cyclists, so this is not a closed-road race. The 5k is an out-and-back, the 10k repeats that loop twice, the 15k repeats it three times, and the half marathon uses three 4.36-mile loops. Aid is available at the turnaround and start/finish area with water, Gatorade, and Gu gels. Strollers are allowed, dogs are not, and half marathoners get a 3-hour-15-minute limit with early starts available by request.

Dino Dash is a Tustin school fundraiser offering running, walking, and cycling options on the same day. Proceeds benefit the Tustin Public Schools Foundation. The event caters to families and racers alike, featuring a 2k fun run, chip-timed 5k and 10k runs, and bike tours for various skill levels, including 15k and 5k family rides. Almost 10,000 participants, including runners, walkers, cyclists, volunteers, and sponsors, attended the last event, demonstrating strong community involvement. The race has a history spanning over thirty years. Its student-created identity contributes to its appeal: a student from Legacy Magnet Academy won the logo competition with a dinosaur carrying companions, a design featured on bibs, shirts, posters, flyers, and social media. The event also provides direct support, with donations covering entry fees for students requiring financial assistance.

The Saddleback Marathon is a hilly trail marathon held in the Saddleback Mountains of Cleveland National Forest, near Silverado, California. The race route crosses areas between Orange and Riverside Counties, including the Trabuco District and locations such as Blue Jay Campground, Black Star Canyon, Ortega Highway, and The Main Divide. Wildfires and Covid have previously impacted the event, leading to cancellations and course adjustments, so the exact route may vary. Participants can expect a mix of truck trail ascents, technical singletrack, campground sections, and local trails like San Juan, Chiquito, San Juan Loop, Falcon Trail, and the Candy Store Loop. Entry is limited, cutoffs are enforced, and carpoolers will receive commemorative memorabilia.

The Seal Beach Turkey Trot is a running event held on a Saturday in November in Seal Beach, California, starting and finishing on Main Street. It is associated with the Thanksgiving season, provides four race choices, and is designed as a family-friendly morning, not exclusively for competitive runners. The courses are flat and fast, featuring ocean views that contribute to the route's local charm. Financial Partners Credit Union sponsors the race, which has been held for multiple editions. It attracts participants seeking to begin the holiday period with a casual community run, a walk, or a shorter family distance before the day's festivities on Main Street.

The Anaheim Turkey Trot begins on the Santa Ana River Trail near Katella, north of the intersection of Katella Avenue and South Douglas Road. This Thanksgiving run in Anaheim offers 5K, 10K, and 1 Mile Fun Run distances, allowing participants to select a distance suitable for a brief family activity or a more extended morning run. The route follows the paved Santa Ana River Trail, situated between two prominent Anaheim landmarks: Angel Stadium and the Honda Center. The event is located across the street from the Honda Center, and the finish line provides a view of Angel Stadium’s Big A. Caren Ware Events manages the race, which includes holiday-themed merchandise and a health-oriented turkey trot setup.

The Turkey Trot on The Ranch, held in Rancho Mission Viejo, California, offers a 10K, 5K, and a 1K for younger participants on Thanksgiving Day. The 10K begins the morning's events, with the 5K starting 30 minutes later. The children's 1K concludes the races before late morning. The start line is at the Rancho MMC Office, utilizing the internal pathways and walkways of the Rancho Mission Viejo community. All funds raised benefit The Nature Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo, supporting its educational and conservation efforts on the region's historical land. This marks the 10th annual running of the event, which proceeds regardless of weather conditions.

The Five Star Thanksgiving Turkey Trot is an Atlanta race held on Thanksgiving morning, offering live 5K, 10K, 15K, and half marathon races, along with virtual options for each distance. The event is intentionally low-cost; runners not qualifying for free entry can register for a small fee, with race-day registration costing slightly more. The race originated from the organizers' decision, two weeks before Thanksgiving, to acknowledge participants from that season's races. This tradition continues: finishers from other Five Star races qualify for one free live 5K entry, though the Turkey Trot itself does not count towards this free spot. Shirts, hoodies, and finisher medals are available as optional purchases, allowing runners to customize their participation.

The Santa Claus For A Cause 5K/10K is a holiday running event held at Bolsa Chica State Beach in Huntington Beach, California. The event features a 5K run, a 10K run, and children's dashes. The event incorporates Christmas themes alongside the running, offering participants a choice of a full Santa suit, a Santa beanie, or a custom race shirt. Finishers are awarded medals that can be hung as Christmas ornaments. The race course follows the beach, incorporating artificial snow, festive music, and live carolers, such as the Lil Dickens Carolers. Children can participate in the Ho Ho Ho Dashes, which cover distances of 200 meters, 400 meters, a half mile, or a mile. The event also includes opportunities for Santa photos, a holiday costume contest with awards for Best Costume and Best Christmas Spirit, and a Penguin Macarena warm-up activity. Proceeds benefit villages in Africa and Nepal, as well as local health initiatives.

Der Reindeer Run Riverside ist ein Lauf/Walk in der Weihnachtszeit, der im Ryan Bonaminio Park in Riverside, California, stattfindet. Angeboten werden Distanzen über 5k, 10k, 15k und ein Half Marathon. Start und Ziel sind am hinteren Ende des Parks. Die Startnummernausgabe ist samstags- und sonntagsmorgens direkt im Park. Kostenlose Parkplätze gibt's auf dem Parkplatz vom Park und entlang der Tequesquite Avenue. Die Strecken sind markierte Wendepunktstrecken auf einem geteilten Weg. Das heißt, du triffst unterwegs auf andere Fußgänger, Läufer und Radfahrer. Der 5k ist eine einfache Wendepunktstrecke. Für den 10k läufst du zwei Runden der 5k-Strecke, für den 15k drei Runden. Der Half Marathon besteht aus drei 4.36-mile Runden, mit einem Zeitlimit von 3:15. Toiletten gibt's in der Nähe von Start und Ziel. Die Verpflegungsstation am Wendepunkt bietet Wasser, Gatorade und Gu gels. Kinderwagen sind erlaubt, Hunde aber nicht. Im Ziel gibt's eine spezielle Medaille, eine Goodie Bag, kostenlose Fotos und Videos, Snacks und die Ergebnisse werden innerhalb von 12 bis 24 Stunden veröffentlicht.