Running races in or near Palo Alto, CA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Palo Alto, CA area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Running-5K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 05-31-2026
Description: Challenging, scenic course, combination of paved roads and trails. An opportunity ...
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Running-10K - Individual
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 09-13-2026
Description: Flat, fast, and scenic out and back 10K course along the ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 09-20-2026
Description: 5K course on trails and some paved path, all closed to ...
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Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 07-19-2026
Description: Have you ever wondered how you would do if everyone ran ...
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Rockaway Beach 5k
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 07-19-2026
Description: Have you ever wondered how you would do if everyone ran ...
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Mclaren park roller coaster 5k
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 05-31-2026
Description: Challenging, scenic course, combination of paved roads and trails. An opportunity ...
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Oyster Point 10K
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 09-13-2026
Description: Flat, fast, and scenic out and back 10K course along the ...
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San Pedro Park Trail 5K, Kids Run & ...
Organization: DSE Runners
Date of Race: 09-20-2026
Description: 5K course on trails and some paved path, all closed to ...
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HIVE Running Club - South
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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HIVE Running Club - South
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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HIVE Running Club - North
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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HIVE Running Club - North
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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HIVE Running Club - West
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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HIVE Running Club - West
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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HIVE Running Club - North
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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HIVE Running Club - South
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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HIVE Running Club - West
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 04-08-2027
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2:00-3:00: Running and Conditioning/ All Sports Conditioning
Organization: Bishop O'Dowd High School
Date of Race: 07-06-2026
Description: The goals of this camp are to develop a solid fundamental ...
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Gardner Community Flea Market
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 05-16-2026
Description: DescriptionMake money, enjoy yourself and meet locals at the Gardner Community ...
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2:00-3:00: Running and Conditioning/ All Sports Conditioning
Organization: Bishop O'Dowd High School
Date of Race: 06-15-2026
Description: This camp will introduce, train, and teach the fundamentals of sprint ...
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Route 2: Fremont Osgood, Milpitas Beresford Square/Stratford Preparatory ...
Organization: Stratford Schools
Date of Race: 08-19-2026
Description: Stratford Preparatory Blackford is dedicated to providing transportation services tailored to ...
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Route 1: San Jose Elementary School, San Jose ...
Organization: Stratford Schools
Date of Race: 08-19-2026
Description: Stratford Preparatory Blackford is dedicated to providing transportation services tailored to ...
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Morning Bird Walk with a Ranger
Organization: Livermore Area Rec & Park Dist
Date of Race: 06-21-2026
Description: DescriptionWhen the sun comes up, the birds of Sycamore Grove come ...
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Color Walk & Resource Fair - Citywide Event
Organization: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department
Date of Race: 06-05-2026
Description: DescriptionWe invite you to join us at Lake Cunningham Park for ...
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Cross Country 6th grade
Organization: Hillsborough Recreation
Date of Race: 09-15-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Palo Alto, CA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Palo Alto
Palo Alto (CA) is a city in Santa Clara County with an estimated population of 64,403.[4]
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