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2026 Spring Fling - Virtual 5K

5K · Walk

4/5/2026 · Lynchburg, VA

Listed Feb 28, 2024

Easygoing

Fun

Festive Seasonal

Beginner Friendly

Walker Friendly

Cause Driven

Social & Festive

Join the virtual Spring Fling 5K for a week-long, plant-powered celebration of health and community, focusing on participation over pace.

Operation School Bell 5K

5K · Fun Run · 1 mi

4/5/2026 · Norman, OK

Listed Jan 9, 2023

Easygoing

Fun

Awards

Cause Driven

Family Friendly

Beginner Friendly

Walker Friendly

Swag included

Join the Operation School Bell 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run, an annual fundraiser supporting students in Norman and Little Axe school districts with new clothing.

Medical Lake Lions Club- 48th Annual Only Fools Run at Midnight

4/5/2026 · Medical Lake, WA

Listed Mar 8, 2021

Easygoing

Quirky

Fun

Festive Seasonal

Beginner-friendly

Social & Festive

Join the unique 48th Annual Only Fools Run at Midnight, a 5K starting late on a Saturday night in Medical Lake, culminating in a celebratory finish at The Barrel.

The Verrazano 10K & 5K Races

5K · 10K · 1.6 mi

4/5/2026 · Brooklyn, NY

Listed Nov 26, 2025

Steady Effort

Scenic

Fun

Festive Seasonal

Beginner Friendly

Walker Friendly

Social & Festive

Community Favorite

Swag included

Run along Brooklyn's historic waterfront with stunning views of the NYC skyline and Verrazano Bridge, celebrating the start of spring running season.

Springtime Scavenger Rhunt

Walk

4/5/2026 · Your Town, NJ

Listed Apr 2, 2020

Easygoing

Quirky

Fun

Festive Seasonal

Awards

Beginner Friendly

Walker Friendly

Social & Festive

Embark on a free, virtual Springtime Scavenger Rhunt where you'll run or walk to find objects, earn points, and compete for fun prizes.

RAM at UVA 5K

4/5/2026 · Charlottesville, VA

Listed Jan 25, 2022

Easygoing

Fun

Cause Driven

Beginner Friendly

Walker Friendly

College & Student

Swag included

Join the RAM at UVA 5K to support free healthcare clinics, offering a fun run or walk for a great cause in Charlottesville.

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Daytona Beach’s Easter Beach RunSponsored · Run4aCause

Walk · 4 mi · 2 mi · 0.3 mi · Fun Run

4/4/2026 · Daytona Beach, FL

Listed Apr 12, 2015

Easygoing

Festive Seasonal

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Scenic

Quirky

Kids & Youth

Family Friendly

Beginner Friendly

Walker Friendly

Join Daytona Beach's historic Easter Beach Run, offering 2-mile and 4-mile options on the sand, plus fun races for kids, all with a festive, scenic vibe.

Charlottesville Ten Miler Training Program

10 mi

3/28/2026 · Charlottesville, VA

Listed Sep 12, 2017

Steady Effort

Fun

Competitive

Cause Driven

Beginner-friendly

Join the Charlottesville Track Club's popular 10-Miler training program, welcoming all abilities from couch to personal best, guided by experienced coaches and captains.

Training Program Azalea Trail Run 5k & 10k

10K · 5K · 1 mi · Walk

3/28/2026 · Mobile, AL

Listed Dec 1, 2025

Steady Effort

Fun

Competitive

Beginner-friendly

Join Fleet Feet Mobile's inclusive training program for the Azalea Trail Run 5K & 10K, designed to build confidence and readiness for all paces, from walkers to runners.

Rise and Rebuild 5K Run / Walk

Walk · 5K

3/28/2026 · Lynchburg, VA

Listed Nov 16, 2022

Easygoing

Cause Driven

Fun

Beginner-friendly

Join the Rise and Rebuild 5K Run/Walk to help the Free Clinic of Central Virginia recover from fire damage and continue providing vital healthcare services to the underinsured community.

The Butterfly Run

3K · 1.9 mi · Walk · 1 mi

3/28/2026 · Alcoa, TN

Listed Aug 8, 2023

Easygoing

Cause Driven

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Beginner-friendly

Scenic

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Join The Butterfly Run in Alcoa, TN, to support East Tennessee’s babies with special needs through a 3K race or a 1-mile celebration walk in the beautiful foothills.

The Victorian Classic 10K & 1mile

10K · 1 mi

3/28/2026 · Eureaka Springs, AR

Listed Mar 27, 2026

Push Potential

Fun

Beginner Friendly

Community Favorite

Scenic Escape

Experience the charm of Eureka Springs with The Victorian Classic 10K and 1-mile, offering a delightful run through historic surroundings.

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The Cedar Grove Scamper - Presented by Chico Running Club

4 mi

5/16/2026 · Chico, CA

Listed Feb 11, 2025

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2026 Torrance Stars and Strides 5k Run/Walk

Walk · 5K

5/16/2026 · Torrance, CA

Listed Dec 16, 2024

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The Sports Spectacular 5K/10K

Walk · 5K · 10K · 5 mi

5/16/2026 · Huntington Beach, CA

Listed Mar 11, 2026

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KID-FIT Family Fun Run 5K & 1K - All Ages

5K · 1K · 0.6 mi · Fun Run

5/16/2026 · South El Monte, CA

Listed Dec 6, 2022

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The Afterlife 5K, 10K, Half Marathon- Night SummerWeen Series by Califlow Runs

5K · 10K · Half Marathon

5/16/2026 · Long Beach, CA

Listed Mar 24, 2026

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Great Donut Run / Walk 5k

Walk · 1 mi · 5K · 4 mi · Fun Run

5/17/2026 · Irvine, CA

Listed Mar 3, 2016

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Flamingo 5K for Autism

Walk · 5K

5/17/2026 · Sacramento, CA

Listed Mar 18, 2026

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The Navy's 39th Bay Bridge Run/Walk

4 mi · 10K · Walk

5/17/2026 · San Diego, CA

Listed Sep 24, 2014

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Long Beach Pride Run 2026

Walk · 5K · 10K

5/17/2026 · Long Beach, CA

Listed Feb 6, 2025

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Whittier Narrows Spring Running Festival

5K · 10K · 15K · 9.3 mi

5/17/2026 · South El Monte, CA

Listed Jan 20, 2025

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Eagles Landing 5K / 10K at the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas

5K · 10K

5/17/2026 · Ukiah, CA

Listed Feb 5, 2026

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2026 Winters Couch to Track Charity Challenge

Walk · 5K · 1 mi

5/17/2026 · Winters, CA

Listed Mar 2, 2026

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Full Potential 5K

5K · 1K · 0.6 mi

5/17/2026 · Tracy, CA

Listed Mar 19, 2026

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Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - South Orange County, CA

4 mi · 2 mi · 1 mi · Walk

5/17/2026 · Laguna Niguel, CA

Listed Aug 7, 2023

Easygoing

Fun

Cause Driven

Competitive

Beginner-friendly

Medals

Shirts

A five-week running series for kids Pre-K through 8th grade, plus high school, featuring age-appropriate distances and an inclusive Challenger Division.

Shinzen Run/Walk

Walk · 5K · 2 mi · 10 Mile · 10 mi · 0K

5/17/2026 · Fresno, CA

Listed Dec 16, 2018

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Foster5K + Kids Dash

5K · Walk

5/17/2026 · San Jose, CA

Listed Oct 13, 2019

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Walnut Creek Run Club

1 mi · 5K · 2 mi

5/19/2026 · Walnut Creek, CA

Listed Oct 29, 2021

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Clovis Memorial Run

Walk · 5K · 2 mi · 0.5 mi

5/23/2026 · Clovis, CA

Listed May 21, 2015

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Cerro Gordo Silver Run

8 mi · 4 mi · 15 mi

5/23/2026 · Keeler, CA

Listed Jun 20, 2025

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Strawberry Stomp 5K

5K · Walk

5/23/2026 · Garden Grove, CA

Listed Jan 27, 2026

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MODESTO MEMORIAL CLASSIC

Walk · 1 mi · 5K · Fun Run

5/23/2026 · Modesto, CA

Listed Jan 1, 2018

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Cherry Pickin 5k WAVE RACE

5K · Fun Run · Walk

5/23/2026 · Leona Valley, CA

Listed Mar 2, 2024

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The Valley Race – 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon

5K · 10K · Half Marathon

5/23/2026 · Van Nuys, CA

Listed Mar 7, 2025

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Memorial Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

5K · 10K · Marathon · Half Marathon · Fun Run · 1 mi · Walk

5/23/2026 · San Mateo, CA

Listed Oct 30, 2025

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