5K preteky v blízkosti Antioch

Bay Front Run štartuje aj končí na Bayfront Boulevard v Hercules, California, hneď vedľa Bay Front Trail. Tento každoročný komunitný beh ponúka 5K, 10K, 1 míľu (beh alebo chôdza) a Kids Fun Run. Hlavné preteky štartujú ráno, detské preteky sú naplánované na neskôr. 5K a 10K sú merané čipom a vyhodnocované, zatiaľ čo kratšie trate sú určené pre chodcov, rodiny a malé deti. Trať vedie zo Sanderling a Bayfront po Bayfront Boulevard až k vstupu na Bay Trail pri John Muir Parkway. Potom sa ide po traili cez Hercules smerom na Rodeo, kým sa neotočíš na úplnom konci Bay Trailu. 10K bežíš túto trať dvakrát. Výťažok z akcie ide pre Hercules Education Foundation. Po behu bude na Bay Front Festivale hudba, food trucky, miestne firmy, zábava a rôzne komunitné organizácie. Kto sa prihlási skôr, dostane tričko, prvých 350 v cieli dostane medailu a najlepší muži a ženy na 5K a 10K dostanú ceny.

SKECHERS Wicked Wine Run Napa Valley Fall Date je bežecko-chodecká akcia vo vinárstve Sunrise Ranch Winery v American Canyon, blízko južného konca Napa Valley. Máš na výber 5K Wicked Wine Run, 1K Wine Walk, alebo kombinovanú možnosť pre tých, čo si chcú dať oboje. Je to fajn pre bežcov, čo hľadajú krátke preteky, a pre chodcov, ktorým ide hlavne o prostredie viníc a zastávky na víno. Trasy vedú cez vinice, pričom 1K trasa ide okolo štyroch degustačných staníc s vínom od partnerských vinárstiev. Tí, čo dokončia 5K, dostanú v cieli pohár vína zadarmo. Potom je po akcii párty s DJom naživo, food truckmi, ďalším vínom na kúpu a hrami. Organizuje to Wicked Wine Run a účasťou podporíš aj charitatívnych partnerov.

The Reservoir Dogs Trail Run is an October trail race held at San Pablo Reservoir, located near Orinda in the East Bay. All race distances commence and conclude at the San Pablo Reservoir Visitor Center. Participants can select from 5K, 10K, half marathon, or 35K distances. The event has a participant cap of approximately 300 individuals across all races. Inside Trail Racing organizes this event. The longer distances feature a 6.5-hour time limit, maintaining the structure of a genuine trail race as opposed to a casual reservoir run. The course's distinctive feature is its complete circuit around Briones Reservoir using EBMUD trails, incorporating segments typically accessible only with permits. Expect a mix of moderately technical dirt paths, open fire roads, undulating hills, wooded single-track, winding single and double-track sections, exposed ridgelines, and expansive vistas of the watershed. The 10K, half marathon, and 35K races involve less elevation gain compared to many other Inside Trail events, allowing for faster times while still providing road runners with a true trail challenge. Aid stations are equipped with gels, trail mix, salty snacks, fruit, Coke, and Stroopwafels; however, participants must carry their own water between stations. Finishers receive a tech shirt and a medal, age-group victors are awarded trophies, and one participant receives the unique "Dead Last Finisher" award. Notably, dogs are prohibited despite the race's name.

The Run for Education is a spring 5K, 10K, and Kids Fun Run held in El Segundo, California. Its purpose, reflected in the name, is to raise funds for the city’s K-12 public schools. The El Segundo PTA Council organizes the event, which is now in its fourth decade. The 5K and 10K courses are USATF-certified, winding through downtown El Segundo and adjacent neighborhoods. These routes offer a measured course for competitive runners and a straightforward local path for casual participants. The field comprises competitive racers, joggers, walkers, families, and children. Age-group medals are awarded to the top three finishers in the 5K and 10K, with medals given to all participants who finish a race.

The Donut Fun Run is a timed, donut-themed 5k at Alameda Point, starting from the Seaplane Lagoon Promenade. It is open to all ages and abilities, accommodating families, casual walkers, first-time 5k runners, and people who still want an official time. The race is in its fourth annual edition, with the setup favoring a community morning and a finish-line party over a competitive racing event. After the 5k, participants enter a Finish Line Festival centered on donuts and local vendors. The festival features a donut eating contest, donuts from Donut Petit, live music, food and beverage booths, Bay Area craft vendors, a health and wellness expo, and beer and wine for guests over 21. A specific local highlight is The Dancing Donuts, a group from Alameda's Dance/10 studio, performing at the festival and available for photos.

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.

The Concord California Turkey Trot 5K begins at Newhall Park at 8 AM on Thanksgiving morning. This 5K run/walk in Concord, California, offers a family registration option, a charity entry, and a separate Kids Run presented by Liberty Gymnastics. The event supports Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa, directly linking the holiday race to a local food-service nonprofit. The 5K course incorporates grass fields, park pathways, and city streets, creating a mixed-surface park run rather than a flat road-only race. Strollers and pets are permitted, though participants with them should begin at the rear to allow timed runners a clear start. All 5K participants receive a tech shirt and a medal. Children aged two and under may ride in a stroller without paid registration. The Kids Run is situated near the 5K start and finish at Newhall Community Park, featuring check-in and a group warm-up prior to a brief morning run for children.

The Tri-Valley Turkey Burn is a Thanksgiving morning 5K and 10K run, walk, or stroll held at Ken Mercer Sports Park in Pleasanton, California. It is designed for families, casual walkers, runners, strollers, and leashed dogs, with affordable registration fees for adults, youth, and children under 10. The event embraces the holiday spirit: participants can create their own "I am thankful for..." race bib, coffee is available before the start, and snacks are provided afterward. A pre-race warm-up is offered, along with sponsor and nonprofit booths. Optional Turkey Burn apparel, including shirts, hats, socks, and sunglasses, is available for purchase, and all participants receive a finisher medal.

The Bishop Ranch Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Day 5K held at Bishop Ranch City Center in San Ramon, California. This community race, timed with chips, offers two primary 5K choices: the FAST Turkey 5K for those aiming for under 40 minutes, and the Festive 5K for all others. A Tiny Turkey dash provides a 50-yard run for children under 5, making the morning suitable for racers, walkers, families, and spectators. The course circles the lakes and gardens near Bishop Ranch City Center, featuring a level path of pavement and packed dirt. Costumes are encouraged, including turkey suits, and pets may accompany family groups. Registration fees benefit the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, lending the event a straightforward Thanksgiving theme: run, cheer, dress up, and support a local food bank before the holiday festivities commence.

V Stockton, California, na 404 W. Fremont Street sa každý rok koná Run Against Hunger, beh a chôdza. Na výber máš 5K, 10K a Kids 1/4 Mile Fun Run, takže si dospelí, deti, bežci aj chodci môžu vybrať vzdialenosť, ktorá im najviac sedí. Celú sériu organizuje Emergency Food Bank Stockton/San Joaquin a podporuje ju Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation. Tento rok je to už 22. ročník a výťažok spolu s osvetou smerujú na boj proti hladu v miestnej komunite. Detský beh zase prispieva k tej rodinnej atmosfére, čím sa to celé líši od bežných cestných pretekov.

The Animal Run 5k Tofurkey Trot is a late-November road 5K in San Leandro, California, held at San Leandro Marina Park in Alameda County. Runners begin and end at the park’s south parking lot near Monarch Bay Drive, making it a short Bay Area race with a clear community focus, not a large-city marathon. This event is part of the Animal Run series, a collection of vegan foot races that raise funds for animal welfare organizations dedicated to saving animals, rehoming them, and supporting their care. Children and dogs are permitted, and the event also encourages participants to support vegan businesses focused on health, animals, and the local community.

The Midway Shelter Winter Run / Walk is a community running event in Alameda, California, offering 5k, 10k, and Kids Run distances. The start line is at 215 Adelphian Way. This event is designed for runners, walkers, and families, not exclusively competitive racers. The event raises funds for the Alameda Midway Shelter, which supports abused and homeless women and children. The race options are straightforward: adults can select either a 5k or 10k, and children have their own dedicated run on the same day.