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Running With the Lions

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT

Location
Madera, CA
2300 Howard Road, 93637
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run or walk a 5K with the Madera Evening Lions to support diabetes awareness and research, earning a unique Lion Medal and a fruit tree.

  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the Madera Evening Lions for their 5th annual "Running with the Lions" 5K Run-Walk at Lions Town & Country Park. This event is dedicated to raising diabetes awareness and supporting research, with JDRF present to share valuable information. It's a welcoming opportunity to get active while contributing to a meaningful cause. Finishers receive a unique Lion Medal, and participants can also take home a ready-to-plant fruit tree.

What to expect

  • Participate in a 3.1-mile run or walk through Lions Town & Country Park.
  • Support diabetes awareness and research, with JDRF offering information.
  • Receive a unique Lion Medal and a ready-to-plant fruit tree.

Standout details

  • Ready-to-plant fruit tree
  • Unique Finisher's Lion Medal
  • Support diabetes awareness & research
  • Glasses recycling collection

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 11, 8:30 AM PDT · From $48.70

    Opens Mar 5, 2026, 10:17 AM PST · Closes Mar 27, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 11, 8:30 AM PDT · From $43.40

    Opens Jan 12, 2025, 5:00 AM PST · Closes Mar 6, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race

Vibe Check

Easygoing

5K distance, flat area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

The Madera Evening Lions invite you to participate in "Running with the Lions", a 5K Run-Walk event at Lions Town & Country Park in beautiful Madera, California.  We would like to create diabetes awareness and provide information through local agencies and organizations.  A great day to get outside and move for those impacted by diabetes.  This year JDRF will be present-they are the leading company on diabetes research and over the years have improved the way of life for many diagnosed.

Online registration closes on the 9th of April.  You can still register at packet pick up on the 10th, and the morning of the race on April 11th once registration closes.

Race Participants will earn a ready to plant fruit tree from The Burchell Nursery! (one per family)

T-Shirts and appropriate size will be guaranteed to those who register before and on March 21st.

Finishers will earn a surprise finishers goodies/ your Very own finishers Lion Medal!

Funds raised will assist with Diabetes Research to help better lives and find a cure.

Bib Number and T shirt Pickup will be Friday April 10th at Town and Country Park between Baseball Fields 1 and 2 behind the snack bar under big purple tent from  6:00-7:30pm .  Day of Bib pick up will start at 7am at the amphitheater by the starting line.

Race starts at 8:30am

Did you know that glasses could be recycled properly?- The Madera Evening Lions will be collecting glasses at packet pick up and race day...

Thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 5th annual race to raise awareness.

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