Big Steps for Little Friends 5K
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BIG STEPS for Little Friends 5K Run/Walk
BIG STEPS for Little Friends is a community 5K Run/Walk hosted by Nihonmachi Little Friends at Golden Gate Park Polo Fields in San Francisco. The event is identified as the 13th annual Big Steps for Little Friends and is part of the organization’s 50th anniversary activities. The distance for the main event is 5K with categories for adults (Run or Walk) and for children 17 and under (Run, Walk, Ride).
Registration fees are stated with a deadline tier: registration received by September 30, 2026 is Adults $50 and Children (17 and under) $30; registration received between October 1 and October 18, 2026 is Adults $60 and Children $35. Registrants receive a commemorative event t-shirt with artwork by Sumofish, with limited size availability for later registrations.
Fundraising options include creating team pages with images, profiles, and goals, and one additional participation point is awarded per family for each cumulative $100 donated above a $100 minimum. The event offers raffle prizes including a FitBit, a $100 Sports Basement gift certificate, and a $50 Kabuki Springs & Spa gift certificate. Nihonmachi Little Friends is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit; donations are tax-deductible and the organization’s tax ID is 94-2325686. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
