California Events

Super Bowl / Valentines

February Runs, Marathons & Other Sports 

NOTE: Events around the greater Los Angeles area could be impacted by the recent fires. Throughout California weather comes into play so you need check with event organizers if weather cancels.

Super Bowl Sunday is February 9, 2025 | Valentine's Day is February 14, 2025

BAKERSFIELD:  Superbowl Open (Golf) $7000 Purse February 9, 2025, 8 a.m. Shotgun $450 per Team Includes Greenfee, Cart, Tee Prize, Range & Lunch!   Address: Rudal Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93306 kernrivergolf.com/superbowl/

BAKERSFIELD: CSUB Kinesiology Club Valentine's Run 10K, 5K  February 8, 2025, 8 a.m.
CSUB Icardo Center
California State University, Bakersfield
9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93311
$32.80, valentinesrun.com | runsignup.com
Flat, fast course on CSUB campus. Compete for hand-made, heart-shaped awards for top 3 in age group categories.

CAMPBELL: Valentine Fun Run/Walk 5K, 10K & Kids' Dash February 8, 2025, 8 a.m.
Campbell Park - Los Gatos Creek Trail
Campbell, CA
All ages and abilities welcome! Registration for 5K/10K includes race shirt, bib, medal and a goodie bag.
$30-$50, campbellca.gov/valentine

CARLSBAD: 5K Warrior Spirit Run/Walk and Family Festival February 1, 2025, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Poinsettia Community Park
6600 Hidden Valley Rd. 
Carlsbad, CA
$, mitchellthorp.org / raceroster.com
Support a Child Fighting for Their Tomorrow.  Course: Flat with gradual hill, Rain or Shine Event, Chipped Time Race for Runners, Bibs, T-shirts and finishing medals

CHINO: Run for Russ 5K February 1, 2025, 8-10 a.m.
Chino Civic Center
13220 Central Avenue
Chino, CA
$35, runforruss.com
In tribute to Fallen Chino Police Officer Russ Miller, over 1,000 attend & participate in this fundraiser for Chino Police Officers Foundation, assisting those in need in Chino.

CLOVIS: SuperbOwl 5K Run February 8, 2025, 8:30 a.m.
Clovis Trail
120 N. Clovis Ave.
Clovis, CA 93611
$50-55, runsignup.com
Celebrate Super Bowl and football season with runners, football fans, and owl aficionados! 

CORONADO: Valentine's Day 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run February 16, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
Tidelands Park
2000 Mullinex Dr.
Coronado, CA
$54-150 approx., valentinesday10k.com
Peace, Joy, and Love - start at Tidelands Park, run under the Coronado Bay Bridge and along Glorietta Boulevard. Awards to the top winners in multiple categories.

DEATH VALLEY: Envirosports Death Valley Road Marathon and 10K February 1, 2025, 8 a.m.
Highway 190
Death Valley, CA
$fee + $15 National Parks pass, envirosports.com
Due to its popularity, this event typically sells out and doesn't accept race day sign-up. Races start and finish at the Furnace Creek Ranch through the heart of Death Valley.

ENCINITAS: The Kook Run 5K, 10K & Costume Contest February 9, 2025, 7 a.m.
101 E. D Street
Encinitas, CA 92024
$15-83.26, thekookrun.com
Starts under the world famous Encinitas sign on Highway 101, passing by the famous Cardiff Kook statue (The Magic Carpet Ride, rises above popular surf breaks and heads down to Cardiff State Beach. Post-race finish line festival at Moonlight Plaza features live music, beer garden, breakfast tacos, local vendors, games and activities.

FRESNO: Pirates of the Cure-I-bbean  5K/2 Mile Run January 25, 2025, 8:45 a.m.
Woodward Park
Mountain View Shelter
7775 N Friant Rd.
Fresno, CA
$54 approx. (special discount for kids given at checkout), runsignup.com
Scallywags and Pirate music entertain along the course along. Dress in your best pirate garb. Run helps promote awareness of diabetes illnesses.

GOLETA: Super Bowl Run 5K no info 2025
Goleta State Beach
5986 Sandspit Road
Goleta, CA 93117
$25-50, active.com
Goleta Beach Park boasts a fast & flat out-and-back course on the bike path with awesome views.
 

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HUNTINGTON BEACH: Surf City Marathon February 2, 2025 at Huntington City Beaches includes Surf City Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, 1 Mile and Kids Run.
runsurfcity.com
Sports expo, marathon spanning several days

HUNTINGTON BEACH: Super Bowl 5K, The Heart Run 5K, The Half Crazy Half Marathon. February 8, 2025
Bolsa Chica State Beach
Pacific Coast Highway & Warner Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA
$42-78 approx., runsignup.com
Super Bowl or Valentine's themed attire encouraged

LONG BEACH: Run Like It's Recess 5K January 26, 2025, 9 a.m.
El Dorado Park
7876 E. Tarma St.
Long Beach, CA
$15-50, runlikeitsrecess.com
Promoting health and fitness, this stroller and wheelchair friendly all-ages event is hosted by Newcomb Academy PTSA.

LONG BEACH: Cupid Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon February 15, 2025, 7:30 a.m. 
5400 E. Ocean Blvd.
Beach at 54th Place & Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA
$25.99-39.99, abetterworldrunning.com
It's time for the Cupid Dash fun run which is clock timed

LONG BEACH: Super Sunday Stadium Run/Walk 10K, 5K for LBPD Baker to Vegas Team February 9, 2025, 8 a.m.
Marine Stadium Park
5255 Paoli Way
Long Beach, CA US 90803
$24-50 approx., runsignup.com
Show your spirit by wearing your favorite team jersey for the best dressed! Proceeds directly support LBPD team.

LOS ANGELES: Griffith Park Half Marathon & 5K Run February 2, 2025
Griffith Park
4659 Crystal Springs Dr. (Rangers Station Parking Lot)
Los Angeles, CA 90027
$59.30-101.70, runsignup.com
Historic Half Marathon consists of rolling hills with spectacular views of the foothills, Travel Town, LA Zoo, and fast portion of the course consisting of flat, compact trails. Benefits Los Angeles Parks Foundation.

LOS ANGELES: Cupid's Undie Run February 15, 2025, 12-4 p.m.
Mom's Bar
12238 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
$, cupids.org
Combine bar location and flirty attire to create a run that's actually fun - all for charity!

MOORPARK: Groundhog Day 5K, 10K February 1, 2025, 8 a.m.
Moorpark High School
4500 Tierra Rejada Rd.
Moorpark, CA
$30-40 approx., runsignup.com
Post-race festivities include the awards ceremony, refreshments, vendors, and a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses, all for the benefit of Moorpark High School cross country and track programs.

ONTARIO: The Ontario International Airport5K at the Runway February 8, 2025, 8-11 a.m.  A low-lying and flat three-lap course on the south side of the airfield runs parallel to San Gabriel Mountains within sight of Mount Baldy. There's ONT Paw Squad, food trucks, Brewery X Biergarten, kids' activities, and more!  Location: 2180 E Avion St., Ontario, CA. $25-55, flyontario.com/5k

PALM DESERT: Palm Desert 1/2 Marathon & 5K February 16, 2025, 7 a.m.
Civic Center Park
43900 San Pablo Avenue
Palm Desert, CA 92260
$20-95, palmdeserthalfmarathon.com
Flat, fast 5K course in Coachella Valley includes post-race food.

PALM SPRINGS: Tour de Palm Springs February 8, 2025, 6:15 a.m. with Honorary Guest Madchen Amick (Twin Peaks actress)
Downtown Palm Springs
134 E. Tahquitz (South Palm Canyon Drive between Tahquitz and Baristo) - check in near 296 S. Palm Canyon
Palm Springs, CA
$Free-$100, tourdepalmsprings.com
Up to 10,000 cyclists from 46 different states and 4 countries, plus  20+ band concerts in one of the largest charity bike rides in the country in beautiful Palm Springs!

PASADENA:  Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K January 19, 2025, 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Pass landmarks like the Colorado Street Bridge, Old Pasadena, and Cal Tech University before a majestic finish on the field at the world-famous Rose Bowl. Location: 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA. $, rosebowlhalf.com

RAYMOND: Hensley Off Road Race 10K Run and Mountain Bike Race February 2, 2025, 8 a.m.
Hensley Lake Buck Ridge Trail
29863 River Rd.
Raymond, CA
$11.60-60 + $5 parking, sanjoaquinrunning.com 
Buck Ridge Recreation Area at Hensley Lake in Raymond offers soaring single track, competitive turns and hills to make you cry, then fly!

REDDING: Frosty Fun Run Cupcake Run 4 Mile / 2.5 Mile Run February 1, 2025
Fleet Feet Store
1376 Hilltop Dr. (next to Member's 1st Credit Union)
Redding, CA 96003
$5, midniteracing.net
Part of a series of Frosty Fun Run events, the affordable run is held annually

REDONDO BEACH: Redondo Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday 10k / 5k February 9, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
redondo10k.com
Run, walk, or stroll in the Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk or Baby Buggy 10K. The costume contest is a big hit every year!

SACRAMENTO: Jed Smith Ultra 50K / 50 Mile / 30K and Half Marathon February 1, 2025,  7:30 a.m.
Watt Avenue (access to the American River Parkway)
8731 La Riviera Dr.
Sacramento, CA
$65-140, buffalochips.com/jedsmith
Jed Smith Ultra Classic features a certified Boston Qualifier course which follows a paved bike path where runners cross the Guy West Bridge at Sacramento State University and at Watt Avenue on the other end. 

SACRAMENTO: Valentine 4M, 1.8M Run/Walk Race for Justice Feb 8, 2025, 8 a.m.
Country Club Plaza Mall
Back Parking Lot
2310 Watt Avenue
Sacramento, CA
$29-50, valentine.run
20 years strong, the kid, stroller and canine-friendly Valentine Run/Walk encourages participants to wear hearts to compete for best dressed awards and to show their love of the Valentine Run/Walk.

SAN DIEGO: Hungry Dog Dash 5K Run February 9, 2025, 8 a.m.
Liberty Station NTC Park
2455 Cushing Rd.
San Diego, CA
$35-40, hungrydogdash.com
Flat, fast waterfront course is fun for runners and walkers of all ages, and even (leashed) four-legged friends. Benefiting Point Loma High School Cross Country program

SAN FRANCISCO: Cupid's Undie Run February 1, 2025, 12-4 p.m.
Woodbury Bar & Gastropub
685 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA
$45 approx., cupids.org

SAN FRANCISCO: Valentine Run February 15, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
Crissy Field
San Francisco, CA 
$33-50 approx., runsignup.com
Scenic run with groups per wave for maximum enjoyment and encouragement.

SAN FRANCISCO: Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Half Marathon 10K & 5K in Golden Gate Park Sunday, February 2, 2025, 7:50 a.m.
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco, CA
$38.50-140, sanfranciscohalfmarathon.org
The start line is on JFK Promenade east of Blue Heron Lake Drive.
Scenic course in Golden Gate Park and along the Pacific Ocean. Post-race festival includes vendor and sponsor activations, water, and snacks. Race proceeds support local charities.

SAN JOSE: Mt. Umunhum Trail Conquest 50K, 26.2M, 30K, 13.1M, 7M, 5K  February 1, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
Almaden Quicksilver County Park
Hacienda Entrance
21785 Almaden Rd
San Jose, CA 95120
$20-135, ultrasignup.com
Starts at park's Hacienda entrance. The 30K, Trail Marathon and 50K all travel into the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. The 30K   summits Bald Mountain, and both the Trail Marathon and 50K ascend  Mt. Umunhum.

SANTA MARIA: Elevate 12 Hour Race February 14-15, 2025
First Baptist Church
2970 Santa Maria Way
Santa Maria, CA 93455
$22-45, elevaterace.com
The person that completes the most 1-mile loops is the winner.  Very few people can run the entire time in a race of this distance, going through the night. Race support summer missions programs

SANTA MONICA: Ocean Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon February 9, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
2000 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica beach path
Santa Monica, CA
$30-45, active.com | abetterworldrunning.com
Off of beach path off of Bay St. & Ocean Ave. near Crescent Bay Park, this is a fun run that emphasizes personal satisfaction or running.
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THOUSAND OAKS: Sisters of Notre Dame Nun Run 5K / 1 Mile No info 2025
La Reina High School
106 West Janss Road
Thousand Oaks, CA
$30-45, nun.run
Sisters of Notre Dame were missioned to Los Angeles from Cleveland in 1924. Today they minister to 4.3 million Catholics in 300 parishes.  in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

VALENCIA: Cupid Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon February 16, 2025, 7:30 a.m.
West Creek Park
24247 Village Cir Drive
Valencia, CA 91354
$24-45, active.com
This is an open course

VISALIA: Super Bowl Sprint 2- and 5K walk/runs February 9, 2025, 8-10 a.m.
Mooney Grove Park
27000 S. Mooney Blvd.
Visalia, CA
$32.80, thecreativecenterfoundation.org | runsignup.com
Benefiting Creative Center,  a safe and accessible facility for adults with developmental disabilities to foster self-expression, self-worth, and personal growth through the arts.

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