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4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Folsom Firecracker - Vendor Registration
Folsom · 65 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Run Like a Hero: 4th of July 5k
Chico · 74 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
July 4th Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento · 63 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Fourth of July Run Crime Out of Roseville
Roseville · 52 km away
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18JUL
Run · road · 5K
Davis Moonlight Run
Davis · 66 km away
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25JUL
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Run for Coffee Lovers SACRAMENTO
West Sacramento · 63 km away
AUG 4
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
The Cookie Dash Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento · 63 km away
22AUG
Run · road · 5K
Race for the Arts 5K
Sacramento · 67 km away
22AUG
Run · road · 5K
Run for George 5K
Sacramento · 63 km away
23AUG
Run · trail · 5K
The Good Dog-Dirty Dog 5K & 10K Trail Runs
Granite Bay · 60 km away
SEP 11
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
MUDGIRL Sacramento
Sacramento · 63 km away
13SEP
Run · road · 5K
Gold Country Run 10K, 5K and Kids K Presented by Marshall
El Dorado Hills · 73 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Run with the Cops 5K
Sacramento · 63 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Run for Coffee 5k / 10k / 13.1 - Roseville
Rocklin · 50 km away
19SEP
Run · trail · 5K
The Gold Rush Growler 10 Mile & 5K Trail Runs
Granite Bay · 60 km away
20SEP
Run · road · 5K
Hot Pink Fun Run - Bubbles & Brews
Roseville · 52 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Urban Cow Half Marathon Weekend
Sacramento · 63 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Oktoberfest Run SACRAMENTO
Sacramento · 63 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 Sacramento September
Sacramento · 63 km away
26SEP
Run · road · 5K
Urban Cow Weekend 2026
Sacramento · 67 km away
27SEP
Run · road · 5K
The Auburn Half Marathon 2026
Auburn · 55 km away
Yuba City · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Yuba City
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Champion Mine Trail Race
The Champion Mine Trail Race begins on historic Broad Street in Nevada City, Northern California. It offers a trail-heavy half marathon, with 10K and 5K run/walk options available. This annual event is organized by the Sierra TrailBlazers Running Club and Bear Yuba Land Trust, with registration opening each June.
The half marathon spans 13.1 miles, incorporating towering pines, pavement, gravel, and single-track trail. Participants will cross a historic swinging bridge, pass landmarks connected to the area’s mining history, and follow sections near Tribute Trail and Deer Creek. The course includes several climbs and a newly constructed trail section providing varied terrain. Multiple aid stations are positioned along the route. The Sierra TrailBlazers, founded in 1978 and affiliated with the Road Runners Club of America, bring extensive local history to the event.
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.
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.
Vampire Run - Unite for Bleeding Disorders
The Vampire Run - Unite for Bleeding Disorders begins and ends at Vernon Street Town Square in Downtown Roseville, California. This is a themed charity run with an attached community festival, focused on support for people affected by bleeding disorders. Participants can select a short 1.6 km option or a timed 5K. The event embraces its Halloween theme, encouraging capes, costumes, and vampire accessories.
The 5K course follows local trails instead of a large city road course. All 5K finishers receive a special Vampire Run medal and entry to the festival. The day also features a Bleeding Disorders Remembrance Ceremony, adding a personal purpose beyond a typical fun run. Following the run, attendees can stay for coffee, juice, donuts, sno cones, popcorn, snacks, carnival games, and other festival activities.
Night Nation Run - Sacramento
Night Nation Run - Sacramento is an October fun run in Sacramento focused on music, lights, and a post-race party. The series describes itself as the world's first Running Music Festival, emphasizing a night event where participants wear glow gear and move through a party-style course, rather than a fast road race or a strictly competitive field.
The route features live DJs, bubble zones, light shows, neon, and black lights, leading finishers to a main-stage after-party with headliner DJs. Registration provides a race bib, glow necklace, giveaways, after-party admission, and a T-shirt for Premium and VIP entries. The Night Nation Run community has over 2 million participants globally, and the series partners with Stand Up To Cancer as its official charity.
2026 Winters Spooktacular Fun Run and Costume Contest
The Winters Spooktacular Fun Run and Costume Contest starts and finishes at Rotary Park on Main Street in Winters, California. This Halloween-season run/walk is hosted by the Winters Runners and Walkers Club Charity as part of the three-day Winters Harvest Festival. It includes a 10K, a 5K, and a 1 Mile Kids Monster Dash and adult run/walk. The 10K starts first, the 5K follows, and the 1 Mile event goes later, allowing for both timed runners and families with children.
All routes stay within the city of Winters, making this a local town event. The 5K and 10K are timed, with place awards for the top three men and women in each distance. The 1 Mile is untimed. Finishers receive race bibs, custom tech tees, and medals. 5K and 10K finishers also receive free Hooby's Beverages. Costumes are part of every race, with awards for Best Individual and Best Group in each event. Proceeds support outdoor fitness equipment for Winters Walnut Park, donated to the City of Winters.
Day of The Dead 5K & 10k
The Day of The Dead 5K & 10K is a Sacramento race held at North Natomas Regional Park. The in-person 5K begins at 9 a.m. A virtual 5K option is also available. Registration costs $40 per athlete and includes a race T-shirt.
The race is open to youth, adult, and masters runners, accommodating a wide age range. It is sanctioned by USATF, and registration is managed through RunSignup.
Haunted Sacramento 5K, 10K
The Haunted Sacramento 5K, 10K is a Halloween running event in Sacramento, California, offering 5K and 10K distances. It is structured less like a traditional road race and more like a Halloween exploration using a map, incorporating elements of adventure racing, mixed terrain, orienteering, and road running.
Participants navigate East Sacramento's Fab 40s neighborhood, chosen for its streets decorated extensively for Halloween. The event is presented as trick-or-treating for adults and families. It accommodates teams of one to five, making it suitable for solo runners, small groups, and families seeking a race focused on costumes, neighborhood discovery, and Halloween decorations.
Almond Bowl 5K & 10K November 1st, 2026
The Almond Bowl is a Chico 5K and 10K run in Lower Bidwell Park, a long-running local tradition with early morning starts. The 5K begins at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 10K at 8:10, allowing runners to choose a shorter park race or a longer one on the same morning.
Both races start on South Park Drive and finish near Sycamore Field. The event supports local high school cross-country teams and band programs, with extra donations accepted during registration. The entry includes a bib, a race shirt from Upper Park Clothing, and post-race snacks. Packet pickup and any in-person registration are handled at Fleet Feet Chico.
Yuba-Sutter Turkey Trot 5k/10k Walk/Run to benefit Hands of Hope
The Yuba-Sutter Turkey Trot starts and finishes at Riverbend Elementary on Stewart Road in Yuba City, California. It is a Thanksgiving-season community run/walk with both 5k and 10k options, and both distances start in the morning after sign-in.
Runners and walkers choose the shorter 5k or the longer 10k, so the event works for families, casual participants, and people who want a bit more distance. The race benefits Hands of Hope, and early registrants are guaranteed a unisex short-sleeve T-shirt.
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.
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Yuba City Base Miles
Yuba City hosts 43 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Yuba City runners keep things simple, with base miles on mapped loops like morning run route, 5k practice, and Greatfield Classic loop. The Greatfield Classic loop covers 28 km and gains 232 m. The morning run route covers 81 km and gains only 6 m, so locals use it for steady Z2. The brief lists no named run club, so the scene feels informal. Sutter Buttes Spirit Mountain Run 5K, 10K & Half Marathon is the anchor event, with Running of the Elves 5k and Yuba-Sutter Turkey Trot 5k/10k Walk/Run keeping the calendar moving.
Yuba City riding stays local and practical, with 90 cycle routes and 4,693 km of tracked distance around town. The typical route runs 8 km and climbs 90 m. The average ride covers 8 km and gains 31 m. Yuba-Sutter Cycling is the club name here, with rides for all levels and abilities. The Sutter Buttes hold the climbs, and Rotary Gold Country Challenge and Tour de Lincoln 2026 give riders the anchor-event pull.
July and August are the big months, and most people get on their bikes in Yuba City then. Summer brings hot, dry days, rare rain from June to September, and the Delta Breeze cools the Sacramento Valley nights with some humidity. Locals run early, ride early, and save intervals for the hours before the heat settles in. Winter changes the rhythm with cool, wet weather, frequent rain, and tule fog. Runners keep the 5K loops useful, and cyclists lean on familiar local routes when visibility and wet pavement shape the ride. Cold waves can bring light snow and ice, but snow stays rare in the valley.