5K Run & Walk - Every Month Is Earth Month
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5k Run and Walk: Every Month is Earth Month with UCP
Urban Compassion Project (UCP) organizes a community 5k run and walk at Lake Merritt in Oakland, CA. The event is a lap around the lake where participants may go at their own pace and can compete to collect the most trash in a single loop. The occasion is framed as a celebration of local progress and a reminder that Earth Month can be observed year round.
Registration is listed at $35 and the fees are described as supporting UCP operations, including cleanups, outreach, and community-driven work across Oakland. The first 100 registrants receive a UCP 5k 2026 commemorative t-shirt. Food will be provided by Taqueria Azteca.
The organizer reports past activities including clearing millions of pounds of illegal dumping, mobilizing more than 4,000 volunteers, advocating for systemic change, and supporting thousands of individuals affected by housing instability. The event is described as in person with a listed duration of three hours. The refund policy allows refunds up to seven days before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
