Gare di Half Marathon vicino a Rancho Santa Margarita

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.

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 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.

Allora, c'è questa Reindeer Run Riverside, una corsa/camminata che fanno nel periodo delle feste. Si tiene al Ryan Bonaminio Park a Riverside, California, e ci sono diverse distanze: 5k, 10k, 15k e la half marathon. Partenza e arrivo sono proprio in fondo al parco. Il pettorale lo puoi ritirare lì al parco, il sabato e la domenica mattina. C'è parcheggio gratuito sia nel piazzale del parco che lungo Tequesquite Avenue. I percorsi sono dei giri di andata e ritorno, ben segnalati, su un percorso condiviso, quindi incontrerai altri pedoni, runner e ciclisti. Il 5k è un singolo giro di andata e ritorno, il 10k sono due ripetizioni del giro del 5k, il 15k tre ripetizioni. La half marathon invece fa tre giri da 4.36 miglia, con un tempo limite di 3:15. I bagni li trovi vicino a partenza e arrivo. Il punto di ristoro, al giro di boa, offre acqua, Gatorade e gel Gu. I passeggini sono ammessi, ma i cani no. Chi arriva al traguardo riceve una medaglia personalizzata, una goodie bag, foto e video gratuiti, spuntini e i risultati li pubblicano entro 12-24 ore.

Santa’s Reindeer Run is a holiday race morning at Bolsa Chica State Beach in Huntington Beach, offering a half marathon, 10K, and 5K for runners seeking a timed distance, plus shorter options for families. The half marathon begins at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K at 8:30 AM. Later, the morning includes the Reindeer Romp 1-Miler, Kids Candy Cane Dash, and a free Santa Paws Doggie Parade. Bib pickup and same-day registration open early, shaping the event around a single busy beachside morning instead of a full race weekend. The courses feature car-free, open-pathway routes on pedestrian-friendly trails, making the event accessible for walkers, stroller users, and participants with dogs. Santa is present at the start and finish lines, and the holiday theme extends to a costume contest with prizes. All finishers receive a medal, race-day photos are complimentary, and timed races utilize chip timing with live results. Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers overall and within age groups for each distance, accommodating both casual holiday runners and competitive athletes within the same structure.

The Run In The New Year 5K/10K/Half Marathon is a New Year's Eve Day run held by the beach, offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. It is designed for runners, joggers, and walkers, accommodating those aiming for a fast finish, attempting their first race, or simply exercising before evening festivities. The course follows a paved path alongside the ocean, providing participants with the sounds and views of the sea instead of a closed-city-road atmosphere. A unique tradition involves writing a New Year's resolution on the back of your bib and carrying it throughout the race. Families and friends are welcome to participate together, and the event is also suitable for individuals arriving with just running shoes and a desire to begin the new year with activity.

La Citrus Heritage Run parte dall'Arlington Heights Sports Park a Riverside, California, e ti offre una half marathon, una 10K, una 5K, e pure una gara di 1 miglio per i bambini fino a 12 anni. Le distanze più lunghe partono presto, e tutte le gare finiscono entro tarda mattinata, così è proprio una giornata di gara focalizzata, non un festival che si trascina. Il percorso si snoda tra gli aranceti del California Citrus State Historic Park, così puoi sentire il profumo di agrumi e fiori d'arancio mentre ti godi la vista delle montagne vicine e dello skyline di Riverside. La gara attira un bel po' di attenzione a livello locale, pensa che in un'edizione passata tutte le distanze erano sold out. I partecipanti si portano a casa maglie tecniche a manica lunga, medaglie da finisher e premi per categoria d'età. Ci sono band dal vivo lungo il percorso, punti di ristoro per l'idratazione, e all'arrivo trovi succo d'arancia fresco da un agrumeto del posto, cibo caldo, birra e mimose.

The HEART RUN takes place on Valentine's Day weekend at Bolsa Chica State Beach in Huntington Beach, California, with the main entrance on Pacific Coast Highway. Participants can select a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, and there is also a Kid's Dash for families. The half marathon begins first in the morning, followed by the kids' race and then a combined 5K and 10K start. The course is flat and fast, suitable for runners aiming for a personal best as well as walkers who prefer a beach-park environment without significant elevation changes. The event incorporates the holiday theme with a February festival expo and a Valentine Card Station. All finishers receive a custom medal with a ribbon corresponding to their distance, and half marathon finishers also get a long-sleeve finisher hoodie. Parking requires consideration: the state park charges per vehicle, the gate accepts no cash, carpooling is advised, and a limited amount of free parking is offered in nearby Sunset Beach for those willing to walk in.

The SOCAL River Marathon is a late-winter Saturday race held at Huntington Beach State Park in Huntington Beach, California. Runners can choose from four in-person distances: a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The event also offers a virtual race for any distance, along with invite-only pacer entries for the marathon and half marathon. The primary route utilizes the Santa Ana River Trail, running from Yorba Linda to Huntington Beach State Park. It crosses a significant portion of Southern California, beginning in arid inland areas, passing near Disneyland, and concluding at the beach. The course is predominantly flat and straight, featuring a slight downhill gradient as it parallels the river towards the sea.