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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Sacramento
JUL 4
11JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Iron X
Auburn · 50 km away
18JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Davis Moonlight Run
Davis · 19 km away
19JUL
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Half-Marathon Training for Fun & Fitness
Grass Valley · 78 km away
25JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon & Rosé 5K
Napa · 73 km away
SEP 6
6SEP
Run · trail · Half Marathon
Mammoth Bar Trail Runs
Auburn · 57 km away
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19SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run for Coffee 5k / 10k / 13.1 - Roseville
Rocklin · 32 km away
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Urban Cow Weekend 2026
Sacramento · 4 km away
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Urban Cow Half Marathon Weekend
Sacramento
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 Sacramento September
Sacramento
27SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
The Auburn Half Marathon 2026
Auburn · 50 km away
Sacramento · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Sacramento
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Heart of Cool Trail Run
The Heart of Cool Trail Run takes place in Cool, California, a small Sierra Foothills town of approximately 4,000 residents. It provides 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances, all run on unpaved local trails. The race headquarters is located at 860 Cave Valley Road. This event occurs in the fall and began in 2016. It features a low-profile course: the start is at about 1,500 feet elevation, and the highest point reaches approximately 1,550 feet.
The race is designed for families and trail runners alike, offering walk-friendly shorter distances and family pricing for the 5K and 10K. Paid child care is available for young children. Proceeds benefit youth programs within the Black Oak Mine Unified School District, supporting areas such as agriculture, engineering, and visual and performing arts. Additionally, some funds contribute to a Camp Taylor scholarship for a child with heart disease. Situated near Gold Rush historical areas, the run incorporates a local history theme alongside its Sierra Foothills trail setting.
California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall
The California Gold Rush Trail Run - Fall takes place in Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park in Coloma, approximately 40 miles from Sacramento. Participants can select from a Kids Run, 5K, 10K, 15K, or half marathon, accommodating families and runners seeking a challenging, hilly long-distance run. The location is historically significant as the site of the 1848 gold discovery, situated along the South Fork of the American River in the Sierra foothills.
The courses incorporate a blend of singletrack dirt paths and some paved segments, featuring switchbacks, undulating terrain, level areas, and moderately technical ascents and descents. The 5K route follows the Monroe Ridge Trail, ascending about 500 feet above the meadows. Longer races involve loops and include a steep half-mile fire road. Elevation gain increases with distance, ranging from 600 feet for the 5K to 2,493 feet for the half marathon. The event proceeds regardless of weather, with potential for cold mornings. The course is supported by two aid stations and a water stop. Medals are awarded to finishers of the 5K through half marathon, with a 4.5-hour time limit for all participants.
Acorn Creek Trail Run
The Acorn Creek Trail Run begins near the Acorn Creek Trailhead at Salmon Falls Ranch, located west of Salmon Falls Road and south of Pilot Hill, California. This single-track trail race unfolds in the Gold Country foothills east of Folsom Lake, with Bizz Running Company managing the event.
The course crosses privately owned land cared for by the American River Conservancy, a nonprofit conservation organization. Salmon Falls Ranch is frequented by both runners and mountain bikers. Race proceeds directly support trail work and maintenance in the Acorn Creek and Salmon Falls Ranch areas.
RMH BC & Yukon Boundary Bay
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.
Davis Turkey Trot
The Davis Turkey Trot, held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving in Davis, California, begins at 6th and C Streets for all timed races. It offers participants a choice of distances on one morning: 1 mile, 2 mile, 5K, 10K, and half marathon, along with a children's run. The event typically draws between 1,000 and 5,000 participants, creating a busy, community-focused atmosphere.
The courses are noted for being fast and flat, suitable for beginners, families, and those aiming for a consistent pace. The half marathon is not a Boston Qualifier. The event incorporates the holiday spirit through its shirts, post-race activities, and finisher medals for human and canine participants. Packet pickup is offered the day before and on race morning, with parking at Davis High School and bib pickup located near the finish line on race day.
Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
The Thanksgiving Turkey Gobble Trot is a Sacramento run and walk held at Sutter's Landing Regional Park during the Thanksgiving season. Runners and walkers can choose a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, and there is also a virtual option for people who want to cover the distance on their own. The event is built for families and casual participants as much as regular runners, with all ages and paces welcome and under-18s needing a guardian.
The setup is simple: pick a distance, bring friends or family, and run or walk before the holiday meal. The organizer leans into the Thanksgiving theme with the line “run so we can feast,” and the event is promoted as a community outing rather than a race that demands special gear or experience. Coordinators are on hand to support participants, which fits the relaxed format and makes the longer distances less intimidating for people setting a holiday fitness goal.
Santa Hustle Roseville
Santa Hustle Roseville is a December holiday running event in Roseville, California, featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Dash. It accommodates a broad range of participants, including adults, children, faster runners, walkers, families, and first-timers on race day.
The race embraces the Christmas theme with holiday music, candy canes, and cookies for runners, creating a seasonal outing atmosphere rather than a standard road race. The variety of distances allows serious runners to focus on their times while families can opt for the 5K or Kids Dash, and volunteers contribute to the event.
The Lost Trail 5K & Half Marathon
The Lost Trail 5K & Half Marathon begins at Granite Beach within Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, located in Granite Bay, California. This event offers both a 3.1-mile trail run and a 13.1-mile half marathon. The half marathon commences in the morning, followed shortly by the 5K.
The courses are marked and traverse Folsom Lake terrain, featuring lake views and wildflowers. Aid stations for the half marathon are positioned at miles 2.2, 4.2, 6.2, 10, and 11.5. Both races provide finisher medals, overall awards for the top male and female finishers, and age-group awards for the top three in each category.
2027 Shamrock'n Weekend
Cool-Auburn Pub Run
The Cool-Auburn Pub Run is a free fatass trail run from Cool, California, to downtown Auburn, covering approximately 35 km. It begins in Cool, with event materials indicating Cool Beerwerks or Rosie’s as the start point, and concludes in downtown Auburn, where The Station is noted as the finish. The format is informal and social, not a formal race day.
The course includes pub stops, with sources mentioning either seven or ten drinking locations. While drinking is optional, the beer stops and a lunch break are integrated into the event. A half marathon option and a CAPR Extra option are available for shorter or longer distances. Organizers direct participants to Run Square and a Facebook group for carpooling, pacers, crew, and coordination.
2027 Napa Spring Half Marathon & 5K
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Sacramento Base Miles, Folsom Climbs
Sacramento hosts 21 Half Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run the American River Parkway when they want easy base miles without thinking too hard. The trail is 7 km and gives you marked miles, fountains, and bathrooms along the way. There's an 84 mile dirt loop around the golf course. Buffalo Chips Running Club carries the old-school scene, while 9Run6, Claimstake Run Crew, Fleet Feet Run Crew, and Golden Valley Harriers keep the week social. California International Marathon is the anchor event here.
Locals ride the American River Bike Trail like it is the main line through town. The trail connects into Folsom's 45+ miles of paved trails, so Z2 days can roll through greenbelts, open space corridors, native oaks, creeks, streams, lakes, and rivers. The Folsom Lake Loop is 8 km with 526 m of gain. Cycle Folsom owns a lot of the group-ride energy, while Sacramento Bike Hikers, Sacramento Wheelmen Bicycling Club, Team City Sacramento, and Women Cycle Sacramento fill the calendar. Folsom Lake Loop is where the climbs show up.
May brings ideal weather, but locals train here all year. Summer running and riding happen early, and the serious bike crowd treats 6 AM as normal for about 5-6 weeks. The mornings stay cool enough that intervals, long runs, and gran fondo prep still fit before work. Winter mornings feel cool but very rideable, and 7 AM or later usually works better than a dark 5 AM roll-out. Lake Natoma keeps gravel bikes busy, Folsom Lake keeps road legs honest, and the American River Bike Trail stays useful every day of the year. Locals just shift the start time and keep the streak alive.