The Fresno Donut Run
日 10月 18
The Fresno Donut Run is a donut-themed 5k run and walk held at Woodward Park in Fresno, California. The 5k begins in the morning, and the event also features a 100-yard Kids Donut Dash for children ages 9 and under. The San Joaquin Running Club hosts this event, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Central Valley.
The race maintains a lighthearted atmosphere, but the 5k is chip timed for participants aiming for a specific time. Each 5k finisher receives a custom Fresno Donut Run shirt and finisher medal, with donuts provided post-race. Awards align with the theme: custom Donut Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers overall, and the top three males and females in each age group.
Run for Hope
土 11月 14
Run for Hope is an annual family-friendly fundraiser offering a 5K and a one-mile walk/run. It takes place at four in-person locations and includes a virtual option for remote participation. The in-person sites are Wheeler Ferris Wheel in Oklahoma City, Riverwalk Jenks near Tulsa, First Baptist Church in Weatherford, and Cottonwood Creek Park in Colorado Springs. The event is designed for families and runners alike, featuring food trucks, face painting, games, and options for a shorter, less strenuous participation.
The funds raised support free Finding Hope and Hope After Loss family support groups. The number of runners directly impacts the practical help provided: every 20 runners supply books for one support group, every 50 runners enable one person to attend a retreat, and every 150 runners help launch a new Finding Hope or Hope After Loss group. The event targets 2,000 runners and 2,000 teams, with each runner contributing to the sustenance of over 60 family support groups. Participants have the option to submit a photo honoring a loved one, adding a personal dimension to the event beyond the race.
The Super Run 5K-Fresno
金 11月 20
The Super Run 5K-Fresno is a 5 km run in Fresno, California, held at 7775 N. Friant Road, with a superhero theme. It is part of The Super Run, a national series of 5K events that partners with local charities instead of relying on a single city race tradition.
The course details for Fresno are limited to the start area and the 5 km distance, suggesting a standard short road-race format. The unique aspect is the theme: participants are encouraged to adopt a superhero persona, and each event collaborates with non-profit organizations to generate funds and awareness for their missions.
REYES ELITE/OPEN MILE RUN & Fun 5K
日 11月 22
The Reyes Elite/Open Mile Run & Fun 5K is a multi-race event at Woodward Park in Fresno, California. It features an elite/open mile, a fun 5K, kids races, and a two-mile speed walk. The event honors Miguel Reyes, a Fresno runner and friend who died in 2015, balancing competitive and family aspects. Races are chip timed on a flat, fast course, and the event is a 30-point Central Valley Runner of the Year race. Cash awards are offered for the top five men and women in the mile, with overall awards for the 5K.
The course, certified for CIF high school cross country, is held in Woodward Park. It attracts runners focused on speed and those seeking a community morning. The program includes Athena and Clydesdale categories, trophy awards, a two-mile speed walk, and kids races, including a 10-meter run for children under one. The post-race includes tacos, Mexican aguas frescas, ice cream, hot chocolate, Mexican sweet bread, and sometimes pancakes. Music, raffles, Zumba, Mexican folkloric performances, shirts, unique medals, and age-group awards contribute to a community gathering feel with serious racing.
Super Run 5K - Fresno, CA
水 12月 2
Super Run 5K - Fresno, CA is a December 5K event held in Fresno, specifically within the 93705 ZIP code. The listing indicates a straightforward 5K format, suggesting a short road race rather than a multi-distance event.
The race page lacks a course map, elevation details, field size information, or specific traditions. It also has no runner reviews. RaceEntry mentions that event details originate from race staff or management, advising participants to consider the listing a preliminary source for registration and race-day updates.
Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots
土 12月 12
The Jingle Bell Run for Toys for Tots guides runners and walkers along Christmas Tree Lane in a holiday race supporting a toy drive. The event provides a 5K and a 2-mile route, with the shorter race commencing shortly after the 5K.
The course embraces the Christmas theme, featuring decorations, holiday music, and snowflakes at the finish line. Participants are invited to bring a new unwrapped toy, making the race a community run and a collection point for Toys for Tots.
Coffee Run
土 1月 9
Coffee Run is a morning run and walk at Woodward Park in Fresno, California, with coffee built into the day from the name to the finish-line mug. The event is in its fifth annual edition and offers a timed 10K, a timed 5K run/walk, a non-timed 2-mile run/walk, and a virtual option. All in-person races start at 9:00 AM PST, and the shorter non-timed distance gives families and casual walkers a way to join without racing the clock.
The 10K counts as a Classic Series Point Race, so it draws runners chasing series points as well as people there for a relaxed community morning. Participants get a long sleeve event shirt, a custom finisher medal, and a commemorative coffee mug. After the run, there is hot or cold coffee, hot chocolate for kids, coffee-related snacks, music, age group awards, and free downloadable photos. The race partners with Valley PBS, with support going toward local educational programming in the Central Valley.
Pirate 5K Booty Run
土 1月 23
The Pirate 5K Booty Run is a pirate-themed 5K run/walk held at Woodward Park’s Shinzen Group Activity Area in Fresno, California. Both the 5K and a 2-mile run/walk begin at 9:00 a.m. The 2-mile option is untimed. A virtual run option is available for those who want the event shirt and a connection to the race without participating in person. This is the 12th year for the event, and it is the second race in the Cal Classic Runner of the Year Series.
The course embraces the pirate theme with pirates stationed along the route and music playing. Runners are cautioned to watch for scallywags. Finishers receive a pirate medallion and an event shirt. Many participants wear pirate costumes for the costume contest. The event welcomes walkers, strollers, and children, with reduced pricing for kids aged 9 and under. An unusual feature is the Pirate Treasure Chest, valued at $2,000, for which winners must be present. The event also supports Valley Crime Stoppers as its charity partner.
Running For Warriors
土 2月 20
Running For Warriors begins at 120 N Clovis Ave in Clovis, California, with in-person races starting in the morning Pacific time. The available events include a competitive 5K, a 5K fun run/walk, a 2-mile fun run/walk, and a virtual 5K for remote participation on race day.
The event is organized by Veterans Freedom Shows and Events, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Funds raised support groups that honor and serve veterans, such as Central Valley Honor Flight and Wreaths Across America. The same organization also manages veteran-focused events like WXO, Warrior Expeditions, and Off-Road. The event accommodates various participants, offering options for competitive runners, walkers, youth pricing, and a virtual choice.
Corporal Javier Bejar Memorial Run Reedley Police Department
土 2月 20
The Corporal Javier Bejar Memorial Run is an event in Reedley, California, organized by the Reedley Police Department. It honors Corporal Javier Bejar, a Reedley police officer and Marine Corps veteran who died in the line of duty. The event includes a 10K run, 10K walk, 5K run/walk, 5K walk, and a virtual run/walk. In-person events begin at G Street and 10th Street in Reedley. The race is designed for both runners and walkers, with separate start times for each group on race morning.
Race day starts with late packet pickup and a ceremony before the first 10K runners begin. Participants get a commemorative shirt and finisher medal inspired by Corporal Bejar's life and sacrifice. Medals are guaranteed for the first 350 runners, and shirts are not guaranteed for those who register late. Packet pickup takes place at the Reedley Police Department Annex Building on G Street, reinforcing the event's connection to the department and the community it remembers.