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May - June 2014 SOUTHERNCALIFORNIA

Register now to compete in the Endurance Weekend triathlon or half-marathon in beautiful Long Beach. Races are open to everyone and the proceeds will benefit athletes with intellectual disabilities who are preparing to compete in the Special Olympics World

Games in Los Angeles in 2015.

LOCATION Alamitos Beach, Long Beach

TRIATHLON SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2014. START TIME: 7AM HALF MARATHON SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2014. START TIME: 7AMREGISTER AT LA2015.org

All participants will receive an exclusive shirt and finisher medal

ENDURANCE WEEKEND May 31st and June 1st

BENEFITTINGSPECIAL OLYMPICS WORLD GAMES

Register now to compete in the Endurance Weekend triathlon or half-marathon in beautiful Long Beach. Races are open to everyone and the proceeds will benefit athletes with intellectual disabilities who are preparing to compete in the Special Olympics World

Games in Los Angeles in 2015.

LOCATION Alamitos Beach, Long Beach

TRIATHLON SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2014. START TIME: 7AM HALF MARATHON SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2014. START TIME: 7AMREGISTER AT LA2015.org

All participants will receive an exclusive shirt and finisher medal

ENDURANCE WEEKEND May 31st and June 1st

BENEFITTINGSPECIAL OLYMPICS WORLD GAMES

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Calendar IndexRunning - Walking - Fitness - Calendars

San Diego/Riverside Counties ..... 4, 5, 6, 8

LA/Orange/Santa Barbara/San Bernardino/Ventura Counties......... 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 18

Out of State & Northern California.... 18,21

Bicycling Calendar............................ 21, 23

Multi-Sport Calendar ................... 23, 27, 28

Swim/Paddle/Ocean Fitness................... 28

Training Programs................................... 30

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Calendar IndexRunning - Walking - Fitness - Calendars

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LA/Orange/Santa Barbara/San Bernardino/Ventura Counties......... 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 18

Out of State & Northern California.... 18,21

Bicycling Calendar............................ 21, 23

Multi-Sport Calendar ................... 23, 27, 28

Swim/Paddle/Ocean Fitness................... 28

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Running/Walking/Fitness Calendar San Diego & Riverside Counties

DATE EVENT/DISTANCE CONTACT LOCATION MISC. MAY 05/03/2014 Saturday 6:30 am

8th Annual Cinco de Mayo Trail Run 10K, 5K, Kids Race

Jeff Hernandez, Race Director [email protected]

14644 Lake Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064 Trail through foothills around the lake near Blue Sky Ecological Reserve follows a scenic course that circles the 3,800-acre lake.

Professional chip timing, more than $1,500 cash awards, medals three-deep for age groups & top 10K and 5K finishers overall; an exhibit row; free race shirt and virtual swag for registered participants. CincodeMayoTrailRun.org

05/03/2014 08:00am Saturday

Ambulance Chase 8k 2014 Register - Active.com 10300 Scripps Lake Drive Lake Miramar San Diego , CA 92131

Enjoy a flat & fast course through scenic Lake Miramar. The family-friendly race helps benefit the Professional Alliance for Children & Rady Children's Hospital. Awards & Prizes will be given.

05/03/2014 09:00am Saturday

San Diego County NAMI Walk and 5K RUN

Annie Dunlop [email protected]

NTC Park in Liberty Station 2455 Cushing Road San Diego CA 92106

New Timed Run added www.namiwalks.org/SanDiegoCounty

05/04/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

Fourth Annual Safari Park Half Marathon and 10K Run

619/557-3915 [email protected]

Scenic run by vineyards, golf courses & farmland in beautiful San Pasqual Valley, & incredible views inside the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. San Diego, CA.

Your registration includes free admission to the Safari Park on race day, free shuttle service & post race breakfast for just $15. Website: www.safariparkhalf.com

05/04/2014 Sunday 9am-12pm

6th Annual San Diego Breath of Hope Lung Cancer Walk


Cancer Survivors Park on Harbor Island (4100 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA

Join UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center in support of people living with or are at risk of developing lung cancer. sandiegobreathofhope.ucsd.edu

05/04/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Desert Heat Challenge-8k Obstacle/Mud Run

Alan Woodruff [email protected]

Coral Mountain, 58th Ave., La Quinta, CA 92253

The Desert Heat Challenge is an inaugural 8k race packed with challenging obstacles through the heat and desert terrain. www.desertheatchallenge.com

05/04/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Miracle Babies 5K Maura O'Neill [email protected]

Embarcadero Marina Park South

Join us for Miracle Babies' 6th annual run/walk 5k. Athletes of levels will enjoy this beautiful bayfront event while helping to raise funds for families with babies in the NICU.

05/07/2014 Wednesday 6:15 pm

Lake Miramar 5th Annual Cinco de Mayo 5 Mile Race

Joe Crosswhite Joecrosswhite983@ raodrunner.com

Lake Miramar 1 lap around the lake with 13 divisions 5 year age groups 3 deep. Very fast course. Benefits the Mission vista high XC team www.northcountyroadrunners.com

05/10/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

2014 ROC Race 5K at Del Mar Fairgrounds

Vavi Sport and Social San Diego [email protected]

Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014

Challenges of a military obstacle course combined with game competitive show themes, this event can only be described as ridiculous! www.rocrace.com

05/10/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

2014 Girls on the Go Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Run/Walk

Wiz Marketing 619/491-0677 [email protected] girlsonthegorun.com

Fiesta Island Mission Bay - 1775 E. Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA

Make it a Mothers Day weekend to remember in San Diego! Features a GOTG Finishers Medal- A Girlicious Commemorative T-and Post Race Pampering at the Festival.

05/10/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

Dons Alumni 5K .cathedralcatholic.org/alumni Cathedral Catholic High School Aiding in Scholarships for future Dons through Alumni Scholarship Fund www.cathedralcatholic.org/alumni/dons5k registration

05/11/2014 Sunday 9:00 am

Girls on the Run 5K Kathryn Osborn [email protected]

NTC Park, San Diego, CA Join Girls on the Run as we celebrate the accomplishments of girls as they take on a 5K run. Open to the public, family friendly, vendors, food, and fun!

05/11/2014 Sunday 8:30 am

Mother's Day 5K Maura O'Neill [email protected] sandyfeetevents.com/mothers-day-5k

Mission Bay Park De Anza Cove, San Diego, CA

Join the Mission Valley Sunset Rotary Club for the 2nd annual Mother's Day 5K benefiting the San Diego Rescue Mission and a great way to kick off Mother's Day with a healthy start.

05/13/2014 Tuesday 8:30 pm

Moon God Full Moon 5K @ UC San Diego and is open to everyone!

Tom Rottler [email protected] bit.ly/moongod5k

UC San Diego Campus Run past UCSD's giant outdoor art pieces: moonlit bears, snakes, falling houses & the Sun God. Music & food at finish, Awards to top finishers. Sponsored by UCSD Recreation. Race benefits support student leadership programs at UCSD.

05/17/2014 Saturday 11:00 am

Mito Walk & Roll 5K Christina Whaley [email protected]

NTC Park Liberty Station, Point Loma

Proceeds will benefit the UC San Diego Mitochondrial and Metabolic Disease Center. www.mitoresearchfund.org

05/17/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

3rd Annual WALK-A-THON 5K Walking For Scholarships!

generationsonthemove.org Lake Murray, San Diego, CA This fundraising 5K walk/run event raises scholarship funds for college bound students from needy families.

05/18/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Navy s 4-mile Bay Bridge Run/Walk over the majestic Coronado Bridge benefiting Navy MWR sailors and families. Hope to see you on the bridge!

navylifesw.com/bridgerun Starts at One Park Blvd. at the San Diego Hilton Bayfront off Harbor Dr, over Coronado Bay Bridge and finishing in Tidelands Park in Coronado.

The Only Run/Walk over the Coronado Bay Bridge w/unique a one of a kind spectacular panoramic view. Finish line celebration features: Expo, giveaways, live music, participant event T-shirt, & transportation back to downtown.

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Margarita 5k Roger Drews/Ramm Sports Challenger Productions [email protected] www.margarita5k.com

Belmont Park/ Wave house 3115 Ocean Front, Mission Beach San Diego 92109)

Flat, fun, 5k run on the beach at low-tide! All entrants receive a Margarita ticket & color T-shirt. 5 year age-groups and USATF sanctioned. The Margarita 5k runs with the Belmont Park Triathlon!

05/18/2014 Sunday 9:00 am

Giving International Friends Toys Foundation 5K Run for Fun

Mary 951/252-7066

Ronald Reagan Sports Park, Temecula, CA 92592 on corner of Margarita Road & Rancho Vista Road near the children's playground

helping impoverished kids by youth organization. Great beginner run flat around kids park 3 times. Live Music. Free Breakfast burritos, bananas, water. BBQ Picnic & Games.

05/18/2014 Sunday 9:00 am

UC Spirit Run Jemma Samala [email protected] ucspiritrun.org

University City High School 6949 Genesee Ave San Diego, CA 92122

Join us to walk, run or just enjoy the festivities at UCHS campus, all while raising money for UC High School, their sports teams and their activities!

05/25/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Robert Franks State Farm Strawberry Run: 10K, 5K, Kids' Runs

Bret Schanzenbach [email protected] www.Strawberry5000.com

Vista, California Cash prizes for top 3 males & females in the 10K & 5K. Free craft beer for each runner (21+), Tech-T, Custom Medal, Fresh Fruit Finish Line.

05/26/2014 Monday 9:00 am

EOD Warrior 5K Run/Walk and Junior EOD Warrior 1K

www.eodwarrior5k.org [email protected]

NTC Park at Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Rd, San Diego, CA 92106

Chip timed, t-shirts, awards, beer garden, food trucks, raffle, stroller division, EOD bomb suit race, fun for the entire family! 100% of proceeds go to the EOD Warrior Foundation. Register online Now!

05/31/2014 Sat/Sun 9:00 am

Camp Pendleton Mud Run 5K, 10K and Kids 1K - May 31/June 1, June 7-8, 2014

Hard Corps Race Series 760/725-6836 [email protected]

Lake O'Neill, Camp Pendleton, CA

Challenging 10K Run w/hills, challenging obstacles and 6 water points with full support throughout the event. hardcorpsraceseries.com

05/31/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Live Well San Diego 5K Run/Walk to create awareness for Foster Care and Adoption Programs

Cheryl Smith Integrated Sports [email protected] livewellsd5k.com

NTC Park at Liberty Station Features: Autograph booth featuring SD Chargers player Nick Hardwick & other current/former Chargers, Race gift bag, T-shirt, Music, food court w/drinks & snacks, Kids Fun Zone and Resource Fair.

JUNE 06/01/2014 Sunday 6:15 am

Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, Health & Fitness Expo to Benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Competitor Group 800/311-1255 [email protected] runrocknroll.competitor.com/ san-diego

Start: Balboa Park, 6th Avenue & Quince Street San Diego, CA

Features: Official Race T-shirt, Goodie Bag, Refreshments, Finish, Finishers Medal, Finisher s Certificate, Live Bands Every Mile, and admission to the Post-Race Headliner Concert.

06/04/2014 Wednesday 5:00 pm

Summer Nights Track and Field Series (#1) USATF Sanctioned event!

Paul Greer or Jim McCarthy [email protected]

University City High School, 6949 Genesee Ave, San Diego CA 92122

All ages/abilities are welcome! San Diego's most popular track series presents 4 meets this summer to re-live your T&F dreams! www.summernightstrack.com

06/06/2014 Friday Check-in noon

Chelsea King Invitational Mile Mary Lou Baranowski [email protected]

Lindbergh Schweitzer Elementary School 4133 Mt. Albertine ave. SD, 92111

FREE to 250 eligible youth. Each runner will be required to gather 3 signatures to confirm good grades, good citizenship and a qualifying time of: 8 mins/girl and 7 mins/boys (or better!) www.ckmile.com

06/07/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

2014 Walk to Cure Arthritis San Diego Arthritis Walk 3 Mi & 1 Mi courses

Jim Rider 858/492-1090 Arthritis Foundation [email protected] www.sdarthritiswalk.org

Preble Field - NTC Park in Liberty Station

Come out and enjoy the Let s Move Together Wellness Pavilion and help by raising funds & awareness to fight arthritis, the nation s most common cause of disability.

06/07/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

Triton 5K Race for the Future UC San Diego 858/534-3900 [email protected] 5k.ucsd.edu

UC San Diego 9500 Gilman Ave. La Jolla, CA 92093

A 3.1 mile adventure through the beautiful UC San Diego campus! Followed by a festival featuring live music, fun zone, Kids Fun Run, beer garden, and more!

06/07/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

TMI's 2nd Annual 5K For Independence A true 5K race

David Piazza [email protected]

Embarcadero Marina Park North, 500 Kettner Blvd @ Harbor Dr San Diego, CA 92101

Come & join over 500 people gather to celebrate independence & inclusion for people with disabilities "Because disability doesn't mean inability". 3.1 miles along the Marina - a truly beautiful course.

06/11/2014 Wednesday 6:30 pm

Buena Vista 3 Mi XC race Jim and Joes excellent adventure

Joe Crosswhite joecrosswhite983@ roadrunner.com

Buena Vista park in Vista, off Shawdowridge & Antiqua

3 mile xc race fairly fast w/small gravel hill, across bridge through trees and fast finish. Benfits MVHS Cross Country team www.northcountyroadrunners.com

06/14/2014 Saturday 8:15 am

2014 LaDainian Tomlinson 2nd Annual 5k Fun Run, Walk and 1-Mile Kids Fun Run


NTC Park at Liberty Station in Point Loma

Don t miss the 2nd Annual LaDanian Tomlinson 5K/1 Mile Kids Fun Run benefiting Tomlinson s Touching Lives Foundation. This is a family-friendly event that will include games and fun for everyone. www.lt5k.com

06/18/2014 Wednesday 5:00 pm

Summer Nights Track and Field (#2) USATF Sanctioned event!

Paul Greer or Thom Hunt [email protected] www.summernightstrack.com

San Diego Mesa College Track facility 7250 Mesa college Dr, San Diego, CA 92111

All ages/abilities welcome! San Diego's most popular track series presents 4 meets this summer to re-live your T&F dreams! Meets offer various events for $5 each! Meets take place at modern Track facilities!

06/22/2014 Sunday am

30th Annual Bonita 5000 / USATF 5k Championship

Maria Isabel Perez Marco Anzures [email protected]

Rohr Park 4548 Sweetwater Road, Bonita CA 91902

Bonita 5000 Awards top 3 in each age division. USATF Championship medals award to top 10, San Diego Association. Men & Woman Open Competitors.

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06/25/2014 Wednesday 5:00 pm


Paul Greer or Patrick Thiss [email protected] www.summernightstrack.com

Cuyumaca Community College Track 900 Rancho San Diego Pkwy, El Cajon Ca. 92019

All ages/abilities are welcome! San Diego's most popular track series presents 4 meets this summer to re-live your T&F dreams! Meets offer various events each!

06/29/2014 Sunday 8:05 am

Coronado Rotary Club Low Tide Ride and Stride 8.2 mile bike ride/run/walk at low tide on the beach.

Rotary Club of Coronado 619/435-8334 [email protected]

Start: YMCA Camp Surf at Seacoast Dr. & Carnation Ave., Imperial Beach. Finish: Sunset Park at intersection of Ocean Blvd. & Ocean Dr. in Coronado.

Enjoy a ride, run or walk along a stretch of beach, on hard packed sand at low tide. Benefits San Diego military wounded warrior programs. www.lowtiderideandstride.org

JULY 07/04/2014 Friday 7:00 am

Coronado Independence Day 15K Run and 5K Run/Walk

Kathy Loper Events 619/298-7400 [email protected]

Start/Finish at Tidelands Park, Coronado, CA

Features a Flat and Fast course, USAT&F sanctioned with chip timing, split times & aid stations. Holds over 20 Nationally ranked 15K times! Benefits Coronado Islander Sports Foundation. kathyloperevents.com/cor15K/

07/04/2014 Friday 7:00 am

July 4th Scripps Ranch Old Pros 10K Run, Fun Run and Bike Rides

Scripps Ranch Old Pros 619/685-8453 [email protected]

Scripps Ranch, near Miramar Lake at corner of Red Cedar Dr. and Aviary Dr. San Diego, CA

A fast USATF 10K sanctioned around scenic Miramar Lake. The fun run is a community favorite! Participants join the 10K runners at the finish line with great post-event festivities. www.srop.org

07/07/2014 Sat July 5 & 12 8:00 am

Opening Day and Orientation Training for 17+ Half & Full Marathons, including local favorites Carlsbad and Rock n Roll Las Vegas Half & Full Marathons.

West Coast Road Runners 858/492-8455 [email protected] wcroadrunners.com

Saturday 8am, Road Runner Sports, 5553 Copley Dr. San Diego, CA 92111

All paces Welcome First timers to Advanced. Race Discounts, Free tech T-Shirt, Raffle prizes, Garmin watches, race entries, shoes, gift certificates, sponsor products, weekly training schedules, Team Pace Group run/walks, Track workouts.

07/09/2014 Wednesday 5:00 pm


Paul Greer or Kipper Bell [email protected]

Lincoln High School Track facility 4777 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92113

All ages/abilities are welcome! San Diego's most popular track series presents 4 meets this summer to re-live your T&F dreams! Meets offer various events for $5 each! Meets take place at modern Track facilities! www.summernightstrack.com

07/12/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

4 mile XC race Joe Crosswhite joecrosswhite983@ roadrunner.com

Lake Hodges -off lake drive by concession stand far end of parking lot

4 mile Xc race -2 miles out and back rolling hills negative split course very scenic benefits the MVHS xc team 14 divisions 5year age groups 3 deep www.northcountyroadrunners.com

07/12/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

Stonewall Peak Half Marathon & Cuyamaca 3 Peaks 50K

John Martinez [email protected]

Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Julian, CA

Trail half marathon along Lake Cuyamaca, then up & over Stonewall Peak. Rugged terrain and beautiful views. Tech t-shirts. Medals to all finishers. Limited to 100 entrants. Also 50K at 6 a.m. climbing 3 peaks in the state park. www.cuyamaca3peaks.com

07/19/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

2014/2015 Tri-City Medical Center Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon Official 26-week Training Program Kickoff

In Motion, Inc. 760/692-2900 www.inmotionfit.com [email protected]

Two locations: San Diego group meets at Hospitality Point on Mission Bay and the Carlsbad group meets at the West Inn & Suites in Carlsbad

26 week Training program perfect for people of all ages and abilities. Experienced & fun coaching staff, Top quality tech member shirt, easy to follow schedules, group workouts, seminars/clinics, social events and much more!

07/19/2014 Saturday 9:30 am

2014 PRIDE 5K Run/Walk - Benefiting the LGBT Youth Housing Project

Enrique Fonseca, Race Chair [email protected]

University Avenue at Centre Street

USAT&F sanctioned and certified 5k course (CA07032RS). Fast, flat course along the Pride Parade route. Come show your PRIDE and join the fun by wearing your best RAINBOW running costume. Website

07/20/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

2014 Kaiser Permanente Bolt to the Q 5K and Kids Fun Run

Competitor Group 800/311-1255 [email protected]

Qualcomm Stadium 9449 Friars Road San Diego, CA 92108

Also features Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run. Participants receive Technical Tee, refreshments, awards and post-race beer garden. www.chargers5k.com

AUGUST 08/02/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

60th Annual Balboa Park 8 Mile and 3 Mile Cross Country Races.

Bill Aaron/SDTC [email protected]

Balboa Park, San Diego, CA Scenic & Challenging courses through and around Balboa Park with a variety of terrain. Additional info and registration at: www.sdtc.com

08/03/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

2014 San Diego Blood Bank 5K Walk/Run (Every 3 seconds someone needs blood. Help us save lives!)

SD Blood Bank cvangonka@ sandiegobloodbank.org sandiegobloodbank.org

Start/Finish: Embarcadero Marina Park North at Seaport Village.

5K Walk/Run along scenic Embarcadero Marina Park North. Free food/drink, entertainment and prizes. Proceeds benefit the lifesaving programs and services of the San Diego Blood Bank.

08/17/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

37th America's Finest City Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk and 2-day Health & Fitness Expo

760/692-2900 www.afchalf.com [email protected]

The Half Marathon begins at historic Cabrillo National Monument and ends in beautiful Balboa Park.

Beautiful course of both San Diego Bay & the Pacific Ocean. USAT&F Sanct/Cert Course. 2-day Fitness Expo at Sheraton SD Hotel & Marina Harbor Island. Great post race party. NO Half Marathon Reg at Expo or Day of Race. www.afchalf.com

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Saturday,May 10thCathedral Catholic High School

Check in 7:00am | Race begins 8:00am

Registrationwww.cathedralcatholic.org/alumni/dons5k registration

Aiding in Scholarships for future Dons through Alumni Scholarship Fund

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08/23/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

7th Annual NCRR Wild Duck 5K XC Race (1st race in Dirt Dog series)

Joe Crosswhite 760/723-0257 Joecrosswhite983@ roadrunner.com www.northcountyroadrunners.com

Guajome Park in Oceanside/Vista

Unique XC scenic course with rolling hills, & negative split course. 14 divisions 5 yr age groups 3-deep special awards, food, and drawings Benefits Mission Vista H.S. XC teams.

08/24/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

2014 End of Summer Fire Run 4 Mile Run/Walk


Prospect & Girard Street, La Jolla to Mission Blvd & Felspar, Pacific Beach

Live Music, Beer Garden, Fantastic Food, & Fast 4 Mile course to benefit the San Diego Fire Rescue Foundation. USAT&F cert/sanctioned event. www.kathyloperevents.com/firerun4m

08/30/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

50th Annual Balboa 4 Mile Cross Country 2nd event of 2014 Dirt Dog Series

Paul Baumhoefner [email protected] www.sdtc.com

6th Ave. and Quince St. Balboa Park, San Diego

Free popsicles to all participants. Half trail/grass, half paved. Masters race followed by Open race. Awards for 1st 3 finishers in 5 yr age divisions. Entry: SDTC Members $15, Non-Members $20. After 8/23/14 late fee add $5.

08/31/2014 Sunday 7:45 am

All American Hero 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash

Wiz Marketing Inc. 61/491-0677 patriotsrun.com

Start/Finish: North of Dewey and Cushing Road Intersection, Point Loma, CA

Race along scenic course in SD at NTC-Point Loma. Awards for best All American Hero attire & Finishers Medal for each registered participant.

SEPTEMBER 09/07/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Aloha 5K Run www.thealoharun.com [email protected]

Tecolote Shores Park Mission Bay, San Diego, CA

Entertainment every 1/2 mile turns the course into a non-stop beach party! Reg now, last year sold out! www.thealoharun.com

09/13/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

4th Annual Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K Run/Walk

Jimi Partyka [email protected]

NTC Park (2455 Cushing Road), San Diego, CA

Registration thru RACE.IT.com. Welcome to all walkers/runners who want to show support for the troops/veterans who have served our country. Medals for all finishers.

09/13/2014 08:00am Saturday

SoCal Spartan Beast - Saturday Website [email protected]

Vail Lake Resort 38000 Highway 79 South Temecula , CA 92592

www.spartanrace.com

09/14/2014 08:00am Sunday

SoCal Spartan Sprint - Sunday, Website [email protected]


www.spartanrace.com

09/21/2014 08:00am Sunday

Paws FUR Pink Run/Walk Book That Event [email protected]

Liberty Station - NTC, San Diego

Run, Walk or Wag your way to better health while raising funds for breast cancer. Partial event proceeds benefit San Diego Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

09/27/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

2014 MCRD San Diego BootCamp Challenge 3 Mile Obstacle Run

619/524-8083 [email protected] www.bootcampchallenge.com

MCRD San Diego, 3800 Chosin Avenue San Diego, CA 92140-5196

A fun & furious 3-mile course. Compete as an individual or on a 3-person or 5-person team. Great post-race party with music, food, drinks & beer, awards to top 3 finishers each category/age group, official race T-Shirts to all entrants.

OCTOBER 10/12/2014 Sunday am

Celebration Run San Diego Half Marathon, 8K

TACTIC Event Productions, LLC [email protected] celebrationrun.com

Mission Beach, San Diego, CA

USATF certified scenic course on a spectacular route celebrating San Diego by incorporating a mix of city parks in Mission Bay. Runners will enjoy true California beauty and experience the energy & excitement of the biggest celebration of the year!

10/25/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

29th Annual Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge 6K Run/Walk

Klein Clark Sports 760/324-7069 [email protected] www.kleinclarksports.com

Palm Springs Aerial Tram Palm Springs, CA

Beautiful and challenging climb of 2000 vertical feet in just over 3.7 miles. Participants receive 50 year Tram Anniversary finisher medal, post event full breakfast, Tech race shirt, chip timing, Prizes & Awards.

10/26/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

8th Annual SeaWorld Shamu & You Family Walk for Rady Children's Hospital 1 Mile and 4 Mile Walks

In Motion, Inc. 760/692-2900 [email protected]

Starts and finishes in South Shores Park on Mission Bay located just east of SeaWorld off of SeaWorld Drive.

All ages, fitness levels & abilities welcome! Benefits Rady Children s Hospital. For more info: www.Inmotionevents.com or ShamuAndYouWalk.org

NOVEMBER 11/09/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

3rd Annual Patriots Run Veterans Day Weekend 5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash

Wiz Marketing 619/491-0677 [email protected]

San Diego Hospitality Point, Mission Bay, CA

Patriot Medal and American Flag for all finishers. www.patriotsrun.com

11/16/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

14th Annual Silver Strand Half Marathon, 10 Miler and 5K Run/Walk down the Silver Strand

Koz Events 858/268-1250 [email protected]

Start: Coronado Finish: Imperial Beach

The course is open to runners, joggers, walkers, hand-cyclists, wheelchairs & skaters. A flat, fast, point-to-point 1/2 marathon course. Enter early, fills up fast. Website: www.kozevents.com

11/27/2014 Thursday 7:45 am

13th Annual Father Joe's Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk

800/466-3537 Koz Events 858/268-1250 [email protected]

San Diego Museum of Man 1350 El Prado in Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

Help raise funds for St. Vincent de Paul Village meal service including volunteer service members. Website: www.thanksgivingrun.org

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7th Annual NCRR Wild Duck 5K XC Race (1st race in Dirt Dog series)

Joe Crosswhite 760/723-0257 Joecrosswhite983@ roadrunner.com www.northcountyroadrunners.com

Guajome Park in Oceanside/Vista

Unique XC scenic course with rolling hills, & negative split course. 14 divisions 5 yr age groups 3-deep special awards, food, and drawings Benefits Mission Vista H.S. XC teams.

08/24/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

2014 End of Summer Fire Run 4 Mile Run/Walk


Prospect & Girard Street, La Jolla to Mission Blvd & Felspar, Pacific Beach

Live Music, Beer Garden, Fantastic Food, & Fast 4 Mile course to benefit the San Diego Fire Rescue Foundation. USAT&F cert/sanctioned event. www.kathyloperevents.com/firerun4m

08/30/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

50th Annual Balboa 4 Mile Cross Country 2nd event of 2014 Dirt Dog Series

Paul Baumhoefner [email protected] www.sdtc.com

6th Ave. and Quince St. Balboa Park, San Diego

Free popsicles to all participants. Half trail/grass, half paved. Masters race followed by Open race. Awards for 1st 3 finishers in 5 yr age divisions. Entry: SDTC Members $15, Non-Members $20. After 8/23/14 late fee add $5.

08/31/2014 Sunday 7:45 am

All American Hero 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash

Wiz Marketing Inc. 61/491-0677 patriotsrun.com

Start/Finish: North of Dewey and Cushing Road Intersection, Point Loma, CA

Race along scenic course in SD at NTC-Point Loma. Awards for best All American Hero attire & Finishers Medal for each registered participant.

SEPTEMBER 09/07/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Aloha 5K Run www.thealoharun.com [email protected]

Tecolote Shores Park Mission Bay, San Diego, CA

Entertainment every 1/2 mile turns the course into a non-stop beach party! Reg now, last year sold out! www.thealoharun.com

09/13/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

4th Annual Spartyka Wounded Warrior 5K Run/Walk

Jimi Partyka [email protected]

NTC Park (2455 Cushing Road), San Diego, CA

Registration thru RACE.IT.com. Welcome to all walkers/runners who want to show support for the troops/veterans who have served our country. Medals for all finishers.

09/13/2014 08:00am Saturday

SoCal Spartan Beast - Saturday Website [email protected]


www.spartanrace.com

09/14/2014 08:00am Sunday

SoCal Spartan Sprint - Sunday, Website [email protected]


www.spartanrace.com

09/21/2014 08:00am Sunday

Paws FUR Pink Run/Walk Book That Event [email protected]

Liberty Station - NTC, San Diego

Run, Walk or Wag your way to better health while raising funds for breast cancer. Partial event proceeds benefit San Diego Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

09/27/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

2014 MCRD San Diego BootCamp Challenge 3 Mile Obstacle Run

619/524-8083 [email protected] www.bootcampchallenge.com

MCRD San Diego, 3800 Chosin Avenue San Diego, CA 92140-5196

A fun & furious 3-mile course. Compete as an individual or on a 3-person or 5-person team. Great post-race party with music, food, drinks & beer, awards to top 3 finishers each category/age group, official race T-Shirts to all entrants.

OCTOBER 10/12/2014 Sunday am

Celebration Run San Diego Half Marathon, 8K

TACTIC Event Productions, LLC [email protected] celebrationrun.com

Mission Beach, San Diego, CA

USATF certified scenic course on a spectacular route celebrating San Diego by incorporating a mix of city parks in Mission Bay. Runners will enjoy true California beauty and experience the energy & excitement of the biggest celebration of the year!

10/25/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

29th Annual Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge 6K Run/Walk

Klein Clark Sports 760/324-7069 [email protected] www.kleinclarksports.com

Palm Springs Aerial Tram Palm Springs, CA

Beautiful and challenging climb of 2000 vertical feet in just over 3.7 miles. Participants receive 50 year Tram Anniversary finisher medal, post event full breakfast, Tech race shirt, chip timing, Prizes & Awards.

10/26/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

8th Annual SeaWorld Shamu & You Family Walk for Rady Children's Hospital 1 Mile and 4 Mile Walks

In Motion, Inc. 760/692-2900 [email protected]

Starts and finishes in South Shores Park on Mission Bay located just east of SeaWorld off of SeaWorld Drive.

All ages, fitness levels & abilities welcome! Benefits Rady Children s Hospital. For more info: www.Inmotionevents.com or ShamuAndYouWalk.org


3rd Annual Patriots Run Veterans Day Weekend 5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash

Wiz Marketing 619/491-0677 [email protected]

San Diego Hospitality Point, Mission Bay, CA

Patriot Medal and American Flag for all finishers. www.patriotsrun.com

11/16/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

14th Annual Silver Strand Half Marathon, 10 Miler and 5K Run/Walk down the Silver Strand

Koz Events 858/268-1250 [email protected]

Start: Coronado Finish: Imperial Beach

The course is open to runners, joggers, walkers, hand-cyclists, wheelchairs & skaters. A flat, fast, point-to-point 1/2 marathon course. Enter early, fills up fast. Website: www.kozevents.com

11/27/2014 Thursday 7:45 am

13th Annual Father Joe's Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk

800/466-3537 Koz Events 858/268-1250 [email protected]

San Diego Museum of Man 1350 El Prado in Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

Help raise funds for St. Vincent de Paul Village meal service including volunteer service members. Website: www.thanksgivingrun.org

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Tri City Medical Center Carlsbad Marathon & 1/2 Marathon with Health & Fitness Expo

In Motion, Inc. 760/692-2900

Spectacular coastal course. Carlsbad, CA Westfield Shoppingtown Plaza Camino Real.

Beautiful coastal courses with support stations & entertainment at every mile. Long sleeve technical race shirt, custom medal, Tag timing, great expo. www.carlsbadmarathon.com

Running/Walking/Fitness Calendar Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino & Santa Barbara Counties

DATE EVENT/DISTANCE CONTACT LOCATION MISC. MAY 05/03/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Yucaipa Valley Kiwanis 9th Annual Fun Run/Walk Around the lakes

Morgan [email protected]

Yucaipa Regional Park 33900 Oak Glen Rd., Yucaipa, CA 92399

8am/10K Run/Walk (All ages: youth, adult, seniors) 9am/5K Run/Walk (All ages: youth, adult, seniors) 9:30am/2 Mile Run/Walk (12 yrs & under) 10:15am/1/2 Mile Run Walk (7 yrs & under)

05/03/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

Tacos And Beer 5K (A 5k like no other!)

Carlos [email protected] www.tacosnbeer5k.com

3701 Pacific Pl, Long Beach, CA

Get a taco and a beer after your run and join the costume party--bring the sombrero, sarape, folklore skirts maracas and join the mariachi and Baja style fiesta.

05/03/2014 Saturday 6am-12pm

Los Angeles Mission Possible 5K Run/Walk

Jose Luis Zavala, Event Director [email protected]

Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook, 6300 Hetzler Rd., Culver City, CA 90232

Rolling Hills, all trail, enclosed historic park course. www.AztlanAthletics.org

05/03/2014 Saturday 12:00 pm

Cinco de Mayo Run 5k 909/623-3711 [email protected] www.activeruns.com

Pomona Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768

The race is run to encourage healthy lifestyles in the Hispanic community and the community at large. After the run stay for the Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

05/03/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

Cinco de Mayo Celebration 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

Mark and Michelle [email protected] www.abetterworldrunning.com

Santa Monica, CA It's time to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a fun run/walk! Free photos, medals for everyone, official results posted, official, scenic beach route, fun for whole family!

05/04/2014 Sunday 5:30 am

OC Marathon, OC Half Marathon, Wahoo's OC 5K, & Kids Run the OC

The OC Marathon 949/222-3327 [email protected]

Newport Beach, Santa Ana and Costa Mesa

Inspire kids to fitness by running the OC Marathon events on a scenic, fast course showcasing the best the OC has to offer. www.ocmarathon.com

05/04/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

4th Annual Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run and Hike

818/550-4405 [email protected] www.runtheverdugos.com

Brand Park, 1601 West Mountain Street Glendale, CA 91201

Challenging, scenic course with over 1700 feet of elev. gain. Free pancake breakfast, Tech T's, chip timing. Benefits Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation.

05/04/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Home Run for Kids benefiting Upward Bound House 5K/10K Walk/ Run and Kiddie K! Help end Family Homelessness

Nicole Larsen homerun@ upwardboundhouse.org www.homerunforkids.com

Brentwood Community of West LA, 11640 San Vicente Blvd Los Angeles, CA

Open to the entire community, with all proceeds benefiting Upward Bound House. This will be a morning of exercise, food, & fun. Home Run for Kids is a great opportunity for kids & parents alike to work together to solve family homelessness.

05/04/2014 Sunday am

Wings For Life World Run Kathryn Ferraro [email protected] www.win.gs/wflca

24201 Valencia Boulevard Valencia, CA 91355

The Wings for Life World Run will take place on May 4, 2014 simultaneously in 35 locations worldwide including Sunrise, FL; Denver, CO; and Santa Clarita, CA.

05/04/2014 08:00am Sunday

Miles for Melanoma 5K Ryan Kugler: 818/ 848-6111 [email protected]

Universal Studios Backlot A 5K run/walk that allow participants to experience the re-creation of Amityville Island from Jaws, Spartacus Square, & the village of Whoville. Funds raised through Miles for Melanoma support research, education & advocacy for melanoma.

05/04/2014 08:30am Sunday

Hansen Dam Cinco de Mayo 5K and 1K Kids Fun Run

SCRC 661-997-1730 [email protected]

Hansen Dam 11770 Foothill Blvd., Lakeview Terrace

Begin your Cinco de Mayo celebration with an invigorating 5K run. Make it a family event, come and run for fun www.TryUsEvents.com

05/04/2014 09:00am Sunday

Cinco de Mayo Taco y Cerveza 5K

Paul Howarth [email protected]

Huntington State Beach at Beach Blvd. entrance to the parking lot on Pacific Coast Hwy. - Just south of the Hyatt.

Parking Locations: Beach and PCH Parking Lot fees are $15; Additional Metered Parking along PCH or up Beach Blvd. www.active1events.com

05/10/2014 Saturday 8:45 am

Annual EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women.

www.revlonrunwalk.org [email protected]

LA Memorial Coliseum Exposition Park Los Angeles, CA

Help raise awareness & critical funds for women's cancers research, counseling & outreach programs.

05/10/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

Ring the Bell Trail Run 8 & 16 Mile Greg Mahoney [email protected]

Coto de Caza, CA Join us for first annual, beautiful trail run of either 8 or 16 miles. Plenty of aid, tech shirt and medal to each finisher, awards for top M/F, after event festivities and food. www.ring-the-bell.squarespace.com

05/10/2014 Saturday am

Run or Dye Los Angeles 5K www.runordye.com Fairplex in Pamona You'll get blasted with safe, eco-friendly, powdered dye...turning you into a technicolor canvass of fun!

05/10/2014 07:30am Saturday

Mother's Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k

Mark and Michelle [email protected] www.abetterworldrunning.com

Huntington Beach, CA Come celebrate Mother's Day weekend with a fun run by the beach! Men and women welcome. Friendly, relaxed environment. Free photos, medals for everyone, official results posted.

05/10/2014 08:00am Saturday

Cruise Across Camp 5K Fun Run, 1-mile Kids' Run (for ages 3-12), and 5K Ruck March. Help us raise funds to bring inner-city kids to camp this summer!

Kim Meidal [email protected]

The Oaks Camp and Conference Center in Lake Hughes, CA

At The Oaks we have always been about changing lives among America s inner cities. For many of our urban campers, their camp experience here is a unique refuge away from distractions and burdens

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The Color Run - Orange County Website [email protected]

OC Great Park The Color Run, also known as the Happiest 5k on the Planet, is a unique paint race that celebrates healthiness, happiness and individuality.

05/11/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

Happy Mother's Day 5K, 10K, 15K, Half Marathon & Marathon!

Mark and Michelle [email protected] abetterworldrunning.com

Woodley Park, Van Nuys, CA An awesome, fun filled run celebrating Mother's Day! Special medals for everyone, free photos, official results posted! Spectacular park route!

05/17/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Magic Shoe 5K Run/Walk and Kids'1 Mi Run. Features a Health Expo & Shoe Drive

Coach Sumner 949/752-1300 [email protected] www.magicshoe5k.com

Newport Beach, CA Come out & make a difference!: Proceeds from the Magic Shoe 5000 benefit the Cynthia Holcomb Magic Shoe Foundation, supporting inner city youth programs through shoe donations.

05/17/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

5th Annual Taylor Caffrey Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Shari Caffrey 714/200-8322 [email protected] www.TaylorsWish.org

Anaheim Hills Firestation #10 & Sycamore Park at 8270 E. Monte Vista Road, Anaheim Hills, CA 92808

In memory of 4 year old Taylor Renee Caffrey who passed away on September 19, 2009 from the terminal illness of Pulmonary Hypertension.

05/17/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Heritage Valley 5k Run/Walk, 10k Run - Sponsored by Rotary Club of Fillmore Sun Risers

Joe Aguirre Race Director 805/524-2096 [email protected]

Fillmore Unified School District Office, 627 Sespe Ave., Fillmore, CA 93015

Run along the Sespe River with beautiful mountains as your backdrop. Stay for the day and enjoy the Fillmore Festival, celebrating 100 years!

05/17/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

XTERRA Malibu Creek Challenge 6K, 22K

Brennan Lindner 310/821-7898 [email protected] www.trailrace.com/malibu.html

At the breathtaking Malibu Creek State Park, located in Malibu/Calabasas, CA.

This is the Grand Mama event - the 22k goes up Bulldog (oh so fun), but what follows is some of the most amazing scenery in Malibu. The 6k is a great introductory trail run with single track and fireroad trails.


Malibu Adventure Games featuring XTERRA Malibu Creek Trail Run

Brennan Lindner 310/821-7898 [email protected] malibuadventuregames.com

Malibu Creek Park, Malibu, CA

Join trail runners, mtn bikers, sport climbers, & hikers for a 2-day event. Try out rock climbing lessons, mtn bike clinics, slack line demos, nature walks & Kidz Zone. Help raise some money for Malibu Creek State Park.

05/17/2014 Saturday 8:15 am

Renegade 3 Mile Trail Run Challenge

Renegade Race Series questions@ renegaderaceseries.com

Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park, San Dimas, CA 91773

Beginners will love it for the scenic lake and forest views and experienced runners will enjoy the challenging trails. Don't just spectate, participate!

05/17/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

Hot an Dirty Mud Run Series May 17, July 12, Sept 6, Oct 18, 8K & 5K over 30 obstacles

Hot an Dirty Mud Run 661/998-3040 [email protected]

Acton Movie Ranch, 3840 Crown Valley Rd. Acton CA 93510

Register online www.hotandirtymudrun.com

05/17/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

6th Annual Walk To Africa 4 & 8 Mile walk-a-thon

Cheryl Tormey 310-264-0634 [email protected]

Crescent Bay Park on the beach, Santa Monica, CA. Next to Casa Del Mar Hotel.

Benefiting Lighthouse Medical Missions sending doctors and nurses to Africa. www.walktoafrica.com

05/18/2014 07:00am Sunday

Beach Fiesta 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

mark and michelle abetterworldrunning.com [email protected]

Santa Monica, CA Come have an awesome time at the Beach Fiesta! Scenic route, free photos, medals for everyone, official results posted, affordable, friendly atmosphere.

05/18/2014 07:00am Sunday

Dash For Hope 10K, 5K, Kids' 1K Fun Run & Family Block Party

Jamie Beaudry 949.831.8830 [email protected] www.OnAMissionInOC.com/dash/

Laguna Niguel Regional Park 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

Join us for a scenic run around the beautiful lake in Laguna Niguel Regional Park. A fun-filled family day and charity fundraiser, benefiting Mission Within Reach charities and St. Vincent de Paul Society food pantry.


2nd Annual Fiesta Days 5K Red Shirt Run


Sreets of Old Town Yorba Linda

Be part of the tradition of Fiesta Days Parade and Festival and family fun 5K. ylfiestadays.org

05/24/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Memorial Day Weekend 5K-10K Run/Walk and 1K Kids Run

Canoga Park-West Hills Chamber 818/884-4222 [email protected]

West Hills Medical Center, 7300 Medical Center Dr., West Hills, CA 91303

A salute to Memorial Day, this course is flat, shaded residential streets & USAF standards. Includes: Expo, music, goody bags & t-shirts, awards & more. www.cpwhchamber.org

05/24/2014 08:00am Saturday

Low Tide 4 Mile Run/Walk and Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run

SCRC 310-993-1730 [email protected]

4020 Olympic Plaza, Long Beach, CA 90803 near Belmont Pier

Come join us at the oldest race in Long Beach. A beautiful beach low tide out and back run on hard packed sand near the water overlooking the Queen Mary. Finishing medals runners and walkers. Kids fun run starts at 9:00 am.

05/24/2014 08:00am Saturday

Strawberry Festival 5K Cam Mangels [email protected]

Historic Main Street in Garden Grove, CA

www.ggsistercity.org

05/24/2014 09:00am Saturday

Coyote Color run, 5k Run , Walk, or Roll

Thomas Burleson 909/537-5055 Crystal 909-537-5048 [email protected]

CSU San Bernardino, 5500 University Parkway San Bernardino, ca. 92407

3 1k loops around the beautiful CSU San Bernardino campus. Participants will be blasted with color as the complete the course. proceeds benefit the Women's Cross Country team

05/25/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Live Ultimate Los Angeles 5K, 1/4 Marathon and Half Marathon

W2 Promotions [email protected] LiveUltimateRun.com

LA Live area, downtown Los Angeles

All finishers receive a premium race shirt, post race party with refreshments. Help raise funds and awareness that there are more than 16 million children going hungry in America every day.

05/25/2014 Sunday 8:30 am

Big Bear Lake Half Marathon and 5K Fun Run

Register online active.com

Village of Big Bear Lake in Big Bear, CA 92315

Challenging course, prize purse, live music, lifestyle expo and much more!

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MALIBU CREEK STATE PARK7:30AM - 2:00PM

MALIBUADVENTUREGAMES.COM

Join trail runners, mountain bikers, climbers and hikers for an awesome

day at Malibu Creek State Park.Enjoy live music and the outdoor

beer garden!

WANNA GET OUTDOORS? XTERRA Malibu Creek 22k Trail Run XTERRA Malibu Creek 6k Trail Run Mountain Bike Poker Rides

Docent led Nature Hike Yoga CORBA MTB Clinic Rock Wallrock climbing

Adventure Games

Join trail runners, mountain bikers, climbers and hikers for an awesome

6k & 22k trail runs

rock climbing

6k & 22k trail runs

mtb poker rides

WANNA GET OUTDOORS?

FREE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

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05/26/2014 Monday 7:00 am

City of Laguna Hills Memorial Day Half Marathon, 5k, and 10K, Honoring the United States Marine Corps Dark Horse Battalion.

949/975-8506 questions@l agunahillshalfmarathon.com

Half marathon, 5k/10K start at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center & finish at Laguna Hills Community Center. Kids Races start & finish at the Laguna Hills Community Center.

All levels are invited to come out & enjoy Memorial Day festivities in the beautiful Orange County cities of Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Woods, and Laguna Niguel. www.lagunahillshalfmarathon.com

05/26/2014 Monday 8:00 am

Walk For Warriors 2014 5K Run/Walk

MTZ Productions Christina Martinez [email protected]

West LA Veterans Affairs Medical Campus, 11303 Wilshire Blvd., Bldg. 116, Los Angeles, CA 90073

Join us by walking in honor of those who have served and those who are currently serving in the Armed Forces to benefit a great cause - helping veterans get their lives back!

05/31/2014 Sat-Sun May 31 & June 1

Special Olympics World Games Endurance Weekend.

Special Olympics World Games LA [email protected]

Alamitos Beach in Long Beach, CA

Two days of endurance sport competition with a Sprint Triathlon on Sat and Half Marathon on Sunday. All proceeds benefit the Special Olympics World Games. www.la2015.org/endurance-weekend/

JUNE 06/01/2014 07:00am Sunday

Beach Bash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

Mark and Michelle abetterworldrunning.com [email protected]

Santa Monica, CA Come have a fun time running by the beach! Scenic course, free photos, official results posted,medals for everyone, affordable, friendly atmosphere.

06/07/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

59th Annual Fontana Days Run Half Marathon Run, 5K Run, 5K Race Walk, 5K Fitness Walk and Children s Half Mile Dash.

City of Fontana 909/349-6900 [email protected] www.fontanadaysrun.org

City of Fontana 8353 Sierra Ave., Fontana , CA 92335

The Half Marathon is known as the World's Fastest Half Marathon course with gradual downward slope. There is an elevation drop of 2,125 feet from start to finish. Finish line festivities include local vendors, exhibitors, entertainment & food.

06/07/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

33rd Walk Annual Corona del Mar Scenic 5K Run, 2 Mile or 5K Kids Dolphin Dash

949/274-0064 Reg online active.com

Heliotrope and Ocean Blvd., Corona del Mar, CA

The final event of the Newport Beach Road Racing Series. Great awards for youth and adults. For more info, visit: NewportBeachRoadRacingSeries.org

06/07/2014 Saturday 7:15 am

Idyllwild 5K-10K Run and Fitness Walk

909/241-4527 info@idyllwildrace,com

Beautiful Idyllwild CA, 25070 Village Center Dr.

Kids' Run for ages 7 & under starting at the Idyllwild Town Hall at 25925 Cedar Street. www.idyllwildrace.com

06/07/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

4th Annual Santa Monica Pier Paddle Race & Ocean Festival presented by Tommy Bahama

310/458-8901 Generic Events [email protected] www.pierpaddle.com

Start and finish on the sand immediately south of the Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica CA

5.5 Mile & 2 mile SUP/Paddleboard races, 1 mile Ocean Swim & Kids Races. The pier deck features hula dancing, beer and rum garden, live music and a board & gear expo celebrating the history of this event.


Wrigley River 10K Run - 5K Run/Walk - Kids'1K

Gavin McKiernan [email protected] www.wrigleyriverrun.com

Holy Innocents School, at 2500 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90806

Join more than 1,500 runners, walkers, volunteers, and Tadpole Trotters for a one of a kind race experience at the 7th Annual Wrigley River Run on June 7, 2014, in Long Beach, CA.

06/07/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

7th Annual 5K Run/Walk on the Horizons

Judi Pennella walkonthehorizon.dojiggy.com

Hansen Dam Aquatic Center, 11798 Foothill Blvd., Lake View Terrace, CA 91342

Chip timed run, medals for top male and female runners, food, music and more! Grand Marshal - Lauren Potter from the hit FOX TV series "Glee" .

06/08/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

13th Annual Valley Crest Half Marathon

Nancy Shura-Dervin [email protected] www.trailrunevents.com

Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park, Tarzana, CA (course entirely on city-maintained fire roads, with aid stations approximately every 3 miles).

A hilly mountain trail half-marathon on historic Mulholland fire road in the Santa Monica Mountains will treat runners to beautiful spring foliage and magnificent vistas of the San Fernando Valley and typically has cool, overcast weather.

06/08/2014 Thursday am

21st Annual Love Run 5K/10K & 1 mile Fun Run/Walk

Senior Concerns Diane Waldron Race Director [email protected]

3011 Townsgate Road Westlake Village, CA 91361

USATF Certified, chip timed, fast. Great family post race expo. Proceeds support Meals On Wheels Programs. www.loverun.seniorconcerns.org

06/08/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Los Angeles Frontrunners Pride Run 5K, 10K, and Kids Race

Email us! [email protected]

Across from West Hollywood City Hall, 8300 Santa Monica Blvd. in West Hollywood

Pride Run 2014 marks the 33rd running of the LA Frontrunners Run/Walk for LGBT Pride. Come join us in celebrating 33 yrs of running, fitness, friendship, & family.

06/14/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

15th Northgate Downtown Anaheim 5K, McDonald's Anaheim 1K and McDonald's Children's 5k (12 & under)

Larry Herschler www.downtownanaheim.com [email protected]

205 Center St Promenade Anaheim Ca 92805 located between Broadway and Lincoln

The course is flat and fast. We also offer a separate start time for our Children's 5K & also offer a children's 1K event. www.downtownanaheim.com/

06/14/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Gladiator Rock'N Run / Southern California. 6K, 17 insane obstacles, 2 Nightmare Mystery Obstacles and Battle of the Box.

Gladiator Events 323/851-7380 [email protected]

Great Park, Irvine, CA The course challenges participants to conquer extreme obstacles & harsh terrain, then celebrate their conquests with a post race party filled with music, beer and food. GladiatorRocknRun.com

06/14/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

Spring Bliss 10k, half marathon and marathon


Huntington Beach, CA Come celebrate the end of spring with an awesome, blissful run! Flat, scenic beach route, free photos, affordable price, medals for everyone!

06/15/2014 Sunday 6:30 am

Stand For HOPE! 5K Run/Walk [email protected] Pasadena Rose Bowl www.standforhope.net

06/15/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

Fathers Day 5k, 10k, 15k, half marathon and marathon


Woodley Park, Van Nuys, CA Come celebrate Fathers Day with an awesome run in the park! Free photos, medals for everyone, relaxed

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Manhattan Beach Father's Day 5K Run/Walk and Little Kids Dash

Jeff Atkinson [email protected] www.mb5k.com

Manhattan Beach Pier The Best Beach Run in LA! Treat Dad to a great race and then spend the rest of the day at the beach! Register early!

06/21/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Summer of Mud Run at Irvine Lake (approx. 3.8 mile course with wave start)

Eco Fun Challenge, LLC customercare@ ecofunchallenge.com www.irvinelakemudrun.com

Oak Canyon Park, 5305 Santiago Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA

Course traverses various surfaces to include dirt roads, fields, ponds (no swimming required) & mud trails. Highlights include walls, trenches, mud pits & a few other surprises to challenge each runner!

06/21/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Mach 1 Mud Run/5K Steve Hay [email protected] www.machonemudrun.com

Corona Municipal Airport, 1900 Aviation Dr., Corona, CA 92880

The MACH 1 Mud Run is an approximate +5k course. Run, jump, climb, swing, crawl and swim as you navigate through grass & dirt trails, obstacles and wicked mud pits on your way to victory!

06/21/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

ABC Foundation Into the Summer 5K & Kids Run/Walk

Renegade Race Series renegaderaceseries.com

Los Cerritos Center Mall Cerritos, CA 90703

The ABC Into the Summer Fun Run will provide 2K and 5K Run/Walks so that small children, walkers or parents with strollers as well as serious runners can have a series of fun runs.

06/21/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

Friends of the Villa Park Library 5k & 10K Run/Walk

Pamela Kane [email protected] www.villaparkrun.com

Villa Park High School 18042 Taft Avenue Villa Park, CA 92861

Join us for our 10th year!!!! Run through scenic Villa Park on an extremely flat, fast, certified course and help raise money for a great cause all in one. Medals to all 5K & 10K finishers, chip timing, free parking, and age group medals 3 deep.

06/21/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

Summer Celebration 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon, Marathon


Long Beach, CA Its the first day of Summer and time to Celebrate with a fun run by the beach! Free photos, medals for everyone, official results posted, affordable, friendly atmosphere.

06/22/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

Summer Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon


Santa Monica, CA Summer has began! Its time for some Summer Fun!!! Scenic beach course, free photos, affordable friendly race/fun run or walk. Medals for everyone and official results posted.

06/24/2014 Tuesday 6:30 pm

Long Beach Summer Nights 5K Legacy Running Co [email protected]

Heartwell Park, The Pond" 3965 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90808

This is a three part series. The first race takes place on June 24th, second race takes place on July 15th and the last race will take place on August 12th


2014 Surf City Run 5K (Open 5K, Residents 5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Runs and Fitness Expo)

Spectrum Sports 909/399-3553 [email protected] www.surfcityrun.com

Start/Finish at Huntington Beach High School on the corner of 17th Street and Main Street

Annual kick-off to a full day of activities for the City of Huntington Beach's Fourth of July Celebration. Fitness Expo with music, food, games & latest in health and fitness.

07/04/2014 Friday 8:00 am

21st Annual Village Runner 4th of July 5K Run/Community Walk and Kids Dash

Hotline 310/376-7900 www.VillageRunner.com

Start/Finish: Village Runner 1811-A S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach, CA

Celebrate the 4th! Features: T-shirts, Split times, computerized finish times, water stations & Sponsor refreshments.

07/04/2014 Friday 8:00 am

24th Annual Claremont Freedom 5000 & 1K Kids Run

Melissa Vollaro 909/399-5358 [email protected] www.ci.claremont.ca.us

Same day registration 6am, start & finish at Memorial Park 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711

A major fundraiser for the Claremont H.S. X-C program! Race winds through scenic streets of the Village and tree-lined streets of the Claremont Colleges. Overall male/female race walker and runner wins a free pair of running shoes.

07/04/2014 Friday 7:00 am

Red, White and Blue 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon & Marathon

Mark and Michelle www.abetterworldrunning.com [email protected]

Santa Monica, CA Celebrate Independence Day with an awesome small informal race! No long lines, free photos, official results posted, medals for everyone, scenic route, affordable and lots of fun! Sign up early, this race will sell out!

07/05/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

Stars and Stripes 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon & Marathon


Long Beach, CA Celebrate Independence weekend with an awesome race! Run or walk an awesome scenic route along the beach. Free photos, medals for everyone, official results posted, affordable, friendly & lots of fun!

07/06/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Freedom 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon and Marathon


Huntington Beach, CA Our third race of a three race series and the final celebratory race for Independence Day weekend. Medals for everyone, official results posted, free photos, affordable, friendly and lots of fun!

07/13/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Shoreline Half Marathon 5k/10k Bill Escobar [email protected] www.ShorelineHalf.com

Ventura CA Runners will enjoy two loop ocean front course that winds along the Ventura Ocean front boardwalk and up along the Visa Del Mar ridge with incredible views that make every step worth the effort. Aid stations every 1.5 miles.

07/26/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

City of Cypress 33rd Annual 5K & 10K Run/Walk

Recreation Supervisor 714/229-6782 [email protected] www.cypressrec.com

Cypress Civic Center, 5275 Orange Ave. Cypress, CA

Certified race course, prize money, Chip timing, free parking, Pre registration includes a t-shirt. Awards ceremony immediately following race at finish line.

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07/26/2014 Saturday wave start

Mavericks Music Mud & Crazy Obstacles 5K hardcore mud & obstacle course to test your strength, stamina, mental grit & camaraderie.

Darrel Courtney [email protected]

Mavericks Stadium 12000 Stadium Way Adelanto, CA 92301

5 bands on the run course to keep you rock n rolling to the home plate of the Maverick Stadium baseball field. Get 14 or more of your Family & Friends & form a team of 15 or more for special rates !!!!


WetNWIld5K Race Director [email protected] www.wetnwild5k.com/Home.html

La Mirada Splash! Aquatic and Regional Park

The family friendly WetNWild5K features a challenging grassy, slightly hilly run through the 100 acre scenic park that is home to multiple cross country events. Your run/walk concludes with our signature lazy river finish.

08/09/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon, Marathon


Van Nuys, CA Join us for an awesome run or walk through a beautiful park. Fun, affordable, free photos, medals for everyone, official results posted, fun for the whole family!

08/10/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Arroyo Creek Half Marathon 5K/10K

Bill Escobar 805/258-3779 [email protected] www.ArroyoCreekHalf.com

Rancho Simi Park, Simi Valley CA

Starts at Rancho Simi Park & run along the Arroyo bike path that is lined with beautiful trees for shade. The bike path runs through the center of Simi Valley and along the Arroyo Creek that is still home to ducks and herons.

08/23/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

30th Annual Jet to Jetty 5K/10K Run/Walk

W2 Promotions 310/828-4123 [email protected] www.w2promo.com

Dockweiler State Beach in Playa del Rey, west of LAX. (Take Imperial Hwy to its end at the ocean.)

Fast, scenic course with cool sea breezes. Run along the ocean! Prizes, food, drinks, T-shirt, fun! Benefits Airport Marina Counseling Service.

08/23/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

iTRY 5K Women's and Youth Run and Walk

Renegade Race Series 949/975-1812 [email protected]

Northwood High School, Irvine, CA

An empowering women's and youth event for all fitness levels. Benefits Irvine Public Schools Foundation. renegaderaceseries.com

08/23/2014 Saturday 6:30 am

Bulldog 50K Ultra Run & 25K Trail Run

Nancy Shura-Dervin [email protected] www.trailrunevents.com

Run in the beautiful scenic Santa Monica Mountains recreational area beginning at base camp in Malibu Creek State Park, Calabasas, CA

The challenging and popular Bulldog runs consist of two races - the 25K Trail Run & the 50K Trail Ultra Run. The Bulldog is a RRCA Regional Championship Race for the 50K. This is the original "Bulldog Trail Run"; accept no imitations!

08/23/2014 Saturday AM

Lt. Jared Landaker Memorial 5/10k Freedom Run

Tom Spiegel [email protected]

Meadows Edge Picnic Area on the north Shore of Big Bear Lake

Very scenic and flat course right on the edge or The lake

08/23/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

31st Annual Al Rivera Menudo 5K, 10K Run/Fun Walk and Kiddie Run

John 909/815-1360 [email protected]

Flat, fast, accurate scenic course around the lake. Whittier Narrow Park, Santa Anita Avenue, South El Monte, CA

Awards 3 deep per division for M/F 5K/10K and top 3 5K Teams. Come out & enjoy a bowl of Menudo & drink after the race. T-shirt, bag w/goodies to all runners till supplies last. Proceeds benefit college scholarships for High School Graduates.

08/24/2014 Sunday wave start

Mountain Mudder Adventure Race

Darrel Courtney [email protected]

Throughout the forest & hillsides of the Wrightwood Guest Ranch, 79 Big Pines Highway, Wrightwood, CA 92397

Hardcore mud & obstacle course designed to test your strength, stamina, mental grit & camaraderie. Get 14 or more of your Family & Friends & form a team of 15 or more to take advantage of special rates !!!!

SEPTEMBER 09/06/2014 Saturday 7:30 am

Aquarium of the Pacific 5K Run/Walk

562/590-3100 The Aquarium of the Pacific and surrounding shoreline area, Long Beach, CA

Scenic 5K course featuring: event T-shirts & medals, prize money to top overall M & F finishers and free entry into the Aquarium for participants. aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/5k

09/07/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

Ventura Marathon & Beach Party Josh Spiker Vendurance Sports [email protected]

Ventura Beach, CA at the Pier 2nd annual Marathon, Half Marathon,& 5K with full post race Beach Party. Top 20 qualifier for the Boston Marathon. www.VenturaMarathon.com

09/13/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

Mutt Strut - 2K/5K run walk Gita Jackson [email protected]

Crescenta Valley Park, 3901 Dunsmore Avenue, Glendale, CA 91214, corner of Honolulu and New York Street

2 legged and 4 legged athletes welcome. Come enjoy a fun day with old friends and new. www.ccbnet.org/muttstrut

09/21/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

5th Annual Stop Cancer 5K/10K Run/Walk.

Michelle Cordova 310/841-2600 x23 [email protected]

Woodley Park, Van Nuys Address for Googlemaps: Woodley Park (By Lake Balboa) 6335 Woodley Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91406

Fast, Flat Course w/Chip Timing, Finisher Medals, Warm Up & Kids Activities, Entertainment. T-shirt, Goodie Bag, Pets & Strollers Welcome. www.stopcancerrunwalk.org

09/27/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Heroes vs. Villains 5K & Flag Gauntlet (Presented by She~ality)

Christy Parker customerservice@ she-ality.com

Corona, CA @ The Shops Dos Lagos, 2780 Cabot Dr.

Please help us save victims of violence and sex trafficking. Race located between San Diego, The OC and LA

09/27/2014 Saturday

Big Bear North Shore Half Marathon, 5/10k Run

Tom Spiegel [email protected]

Big Bear Lake CA Very Scenic course on the North Shore of Big Bear Lake. Flat course.

09/28/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

16th Annual Didi Hirsch's Alive & Running 5K Walk/Run for Suicide Prevention.

www.aliveandrunning.org [email protected]

North of LAX at W. 88th Street & La Tijera Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90045

Proceeds benefit Didi Hirsch's Suicide Prevention Center. Health & Fitness Expo, USAT&F certified fast, flat course, chip timing.

OCTOBER 10/19/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Santa Monica 5000 5K, 10K, 3K Kids Dash

Brennan Lindner 310/821-7898 [email protected]

Ocean Park and the Beach, Santa Monica, CA

Features breathtaking ocean views, impressive field of elite athletes & spectacular post-event party on the Santa Monica Pier. www.santamonica5000.com

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10/25/2014 Saturday 9:00 am

That Dam Mud Run! (Approx. +5K distance)

www.thatdammudrun.com customercare@ ecofunchallenge.com

Santa Fe Dam Recreational Facility, Irwindale, CA 91706

Partially on paved surfaces & trails with hills, water, professionally built obstacles and over a dozen mud pits. Beer garden and Food booths. www.thatdammudrun.com

10/26/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Rock 'n' Roll Los Angeles Half Marathon benefiting the ASPCA

Competitor Group 800/311-1255

L.A. LIVE Downtown- Los Angeles, CA

Scenic course, Live, local bands/cheer squads along the course, Brooks Technical T, Finisher Certificates, Finishers Medal, Swag Bag, Free Admission to Finish Line Festival & 2 day Health & Fitness Expo runrocknroll.competitor.com/los-angeles


10th annual run for her 5k run/walk for Ovarian Cancer Research & Awareness

run for her 888/704-6178 [email protected]

Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036

Join thousands in support of Ovarian Cancer Research & Awareness! Features a Finish Line Festival, free goodie bag & t-shirt, chip timing, USATF certified course & more! www.runforher.com

11/15/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

The Palos Verdes Half Marathon and 5K Community Run/Walk

W2 Promotions 310/828-4123 [email protected]

Start and finish at Terranea Resort: 6610 Palos Verdes Drive Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Coastline course with views of the ocean & cool sea breezes. Many aid stations with Gatorade, Clif Shots, Power Bars, Bananas and water. Proceeds benefit The Kiwanis Club of Rolling Hills Estates. www.PalosVerdesHalfMarathon.com

11/16/2014 Sunday 7:00 am

Surfers Point Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K/10K

Bill Escobar 805/258-377 [email protected]

Start/Finish will be at Ventura Promenade Park adjacent to Surfers Point along the beautiful Ocean front boardwalk at Ventura Beach.

Very spectator friendly, two loop Full marathon course is a Certified Boston Qualifier course (certification #CA13121RS). Half Marathon, 5k and 10k distances available too. Start / Finish will be at beautiful Ventura Ocean front boardwalk adjacent to Surf www.surferspointmarathon.com

11/27/2014 Thursday 8:00 am

Turkey Trot LA 5K, 10K Brennan Lindner [email protected]

Grand Park, Downtown Los Angeles

Features post-event festival with costume contest, Trucker Hats, Finisher medals & more! www.turkeytrot.la

DECEMBER 12/14/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Santa to the Sea, Half Marathon, 2Person Relay, 5K & 1K Kids Run

Mike Barber [email protected]

Oxnard, CA Kick off your Holiday Season with this Flat, Fast and Festive event, and don't forget your costume! www.santatothesea.com

JANUARY 01/10/2015 Saturday 8:00 am

Southern California Half Marathon & 5K

949/559-8171 Barranca between Lake and Creek streets

The 24th Annual Southern California Half Marathon and 5K race will be held Saturday, January 10, 2015, in the Woodbridge area of Irvine. Races will begin at 8:00am for the 5K and Half Marathon. At 10:00am, a Kids Run will be held. schalfmarathon.com

01/11/2015 Sunday 7:00 am

Honkers Marathon, 20 Miler, 1/2 Marathon & 5K

Kane Events, LLC [email protected]

4545 Riverdale, Anaheim, CA 92870

Come run Honkers 3rd Annual USATF Certified Boston qualifying marathon. Check out our new 20 miler, returning 1/2 marathon or 5k. All run on the fast, flat, peaceful Santa Ana River trail. honkersmarathon.com

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DATE EVENT/DISTANCE CONTACT LOCATION MISC. MAY 05/04/2014 Sunday 7:45 am

Avenue of the Giants Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K Run


Humboldt Redwoods State Park in Northwestern California (near Eureka, CA).

One of the most scenic courses anywhere! Certified/Sanctioned paved course around giant redwoods through the river valley. Website: www.theave.org

05/10/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Las Vegas 5K Ryno Running [email protected]

Las Vegas, NV Pre race expo and the course is The Las Vegas Strip. Easy, Flat & Fast - out and back course. www.lasvegas5k.com

05/17/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

Great Wall Marathon, Half Marathon, & 7.5K Fun Run/Walk - China


Huangyaguan, China, 2-hour drive from Beijing

Awesome course with 8K on the Great Wall! For more info and Tour details visit: kathyloperevents.com/gwm/

05/18/2014 Sunday

Rock 'n' Roll Portland 1/2 Marathon


Portland, OR Additional Info at: runrocknroll.competitor.com/portland

JUNE 06/14/2014 Saturday

Rock 'n' Roll Seattle Marathon & 1/2 Marathon


Downtown Seattle Center Additional info at: runrocknroll.competitor.com/seattle

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06/22/2014 Sunday 7:30 am

Mammoth Half Marathon and 5K www.mammothhalfmarathon.com [email protected]

Start: Horseshoe Lake, Finish: downtown Mammoth Lakes, CA

Breathtaking, scenic course through the picturesque High Sierra mountain range & predominantly downhill route. Sport, Health & Fitness Expo on June 22nd. www.mammothhalfmarathon.com

JULY 07/05/2014 08:00am Saturday

Fire Road Cedar City - 25km, 60km, 100km

Paul Huddle [email protected]

Cedar City, Utah Combo of pavement & improved dirt roads. 4500ft elevation gained in 60km & 7000ft elevation gained in 100km. Leadville Trail 100 MTB Qualifier www.dirtfondo.us

AUGUST 08/30/2014 Saturday am

XTERRA Trail Race - Steamboat Springs CO

Todd Golnick [email protected]

Steamboat Springs, CO www.getfitfamilyracing.com

SEPTEMBER 09/13/2014 09:00am Saturday

Mutt Strut 2K/5K run walk Jeff Thom 916-995-3967 [email protected]

Rusch Park, 7801 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA 95610 cross streets Auburn Blvd. & Antelope Blvd.

2 legged and 4 legged athletes welcome. Come enjoy a fun day with old friends and new. www.ccbnet.org/muttstrut

Bicycling Calendar DATE EVENT/DISTANCE CONTACT LOCATION MISC. MAY APRIL 05/03/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

Ride 2 Recovery - Thousand Oaks Century and Half Century

Phil Jones 818-888-7091 ext. 106 [email protected]

Lost Hills Sheriff's Station, 27050 Agoura Rd., Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Ride 2 Recovery's mission is to improve the health and wellness of healing heroes through mental and physical rehab programs that feature cycling. www.ride2recovery.com

05/17/2014 Saturday 8:00 am

2014 Cucamonga Challenge: Sponsored by the Friends of the Pacific Electric Trail

Friends of the Pacific Electric Trail [email protected]

Event start/finish and staging is at Central Park in Rancho Cucamonga, (Northwest corner of Milliken and Baseline)

Choose from a 35 mile bike ride, a Family fun ride, or 5k/10k run/walk. Proceeds directly benefit the enhancement of the Pacific Electric Trail. This is a family friendly un-timed event. www.cucamongachallenge.com

05/18/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Tour de Pier, an outdoor stationary cycling event

Hirshberg Foundation [email protected]

The iconic Manhattan Beach Pier & Strand

A single rider or team of up to 4 riders ride for a 4 hour session. The South Bay's best instructors & celebrity guests will ride with you through a session with energizing music and loads of excitement and energy. www.tourdepier.com

05/31/2014 Saturday 6-8 am

San Diego Bicycle Tour - Century, Half-Century, and Metric Century Tour (103-68-37 miles)


Start/Finish: MiraCosta College 3333 Manchester Ave, Cardiff-by-the-Sea CA 92007 (Encinitas)

Aid stations and signs throughout, rider gifts and lunch at the finish. www.sdcentury.com

JUNE 06/14/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

The Santa Clarita Century, Half Century, Quarter Century & Family Fun Ride

santaclaritacentury.com Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Blvd. (corner of Magic Mountain Parkway & Citrus St.) in Valencia, CA.

All proceeds benefit the Santa Clarita Child & Family Center. santaclaritacentury.com

06/14/2014 Saturday 7:00 am

Tri-National Benefit Bike Tour, "For the Children."

Amanda Jimenez 858/278-5437 [email protected]

Otay Mesa to Hwy 125 wide bike lane, beautiful views of Eastlake, rolling hills while passing Olympic Training Center, cruise Otay Lakes under shade of ageless oaks trees, century riders will conquer Honey Springs Road.

Join riders from USA, Canada & Mexico supporting Hospital Infantil de las Californias and children in mega-region of San Diego and Baja. Matched funds we raise buys ophthalmology surgical equipment to help kids see!

06/21/2014 Saturday

The Big Ring Century 100mi, 62mi, or 20mi course

Samantha Dupray [email protected] www.bigringcentury.com

Starts in Laguna Niguel, CA and takes you through the beautiful, yet challenging roads of Orange County, CA

All proceeds go to FaithQuest Missions in support of their efforts to end hunger around the world. Ride cost includes a jersey as well as a delicious BBQ meal to follow the ride!

06/21/2014 07:00am Saturday

Big Ring Century, 100, 62, 20 Mile tour of Orange County. This ride supports World Vision/FaithQuest Missions in bringing relief to kids in great need.

Mark Dupray [email protected]

Starts at Crossline Community Church in laguna Hills and runs from the ocean to the mountains.

This is a scenic and challenging ride with tons of support, Plus it benefits and truly AMAZING cause. FaithQuest is improving and saving lives everyday. http://www.bigringcentury.com

06/22/2014 Sunday

Annual Los Angeles River Ride (Family-15 mile, 25 mile, 36 mile, 50 mile, 70 mile, 100 mile and Kid's Ride


Start/Finish Griffith Park, Autry Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way

Also new 70-mile Reverse Ride and 25-mile Long Beach Loop ride. Join over 2,000 riders and enjoy a great day of cycling fun, an Eco Expo, raffle, live music, and food!

06/28/2014 Saturday

Morgan Hill Freedom Fest Bike Classic / 100 Mile, 100k, 30 Mile, 13 Mile, 6 Mile

Lynn Astalos race director [email protected] www.mhfreedomfest.com

100 Mile and 100k takes riders through the back roads of Morgan Hill, San Martin and Gilroy. Shorter distances are on the safe Coyote Creek Trail bike path.

The Freedom Fest Bike Classic is one seven events of the Morgan Hill Freedom Fest. Other events include a Patriotic Sing, Family Music Fest, Freedom Run, Car Cruise, Parade, and Fireworks.

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06/29/2014 Sunday 8:00 am

Coronado Rotary Club Low Tide Ride and Stride 8.2 mile bike ride/run/walk at low tide on the beach.

The Rotary Club of Coronado 619/435-8334 [email protected]

Start: YMCA Camp Surf at Seacoast Dr. and Carnation Ave., Imperial Beach. Finish: Sunset Park at Ocean Blvd/Ocean Dr., Coronado.

Enjoy a ride, run or walk along a stretch of beach, on hard packed sand at low tide. Benefits San Diego military wounded warrior programs. www.lowtiderideandstride.org


28th Annual Scripps Ranch Old Pros Bike Rides 12-28-50 mile rides

Scripps Ranch Old Pros Scripps Ranch Blvd and Hibert St.

www.srop.org


3rd Annual Central Coast Classique Full century (100 mi.), metric century (64 mi.), & half metric Century (30 mi.)

805/549-0442 www.centralcoastclassique.com [email protected]

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