Celebrate Life Run 5K
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Event overview
The CELEBRATE LIFE RUN is scheduled for February 21, 2026, in Santa Ynez, California. The event includes an in-person 5K and a Virtual 5K. It begins and ends at Believe Ranch and Rescue, a horse rescue located at 5176 Baseline Ave, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. The run was created to honor life, remember those lost, and mark a recovery milestone for the event organizers. The course runs through the Santa Ynez countryside.
- 5K
- Virtual 5K
Logistics and benefits
Registration uses tiered pricing for in-person entries: $40 through August 31, $50 through December 31, $60 through February 20, and $70 on race day (processing fees included). Virtual entry pricing is listed as $40 through December 31 and $50 through February 21. Finisher medals are provided to all participants. Short-sleeve dry-fit tech shirts are available for purchase for in-person registrants; virtual runners can purchase shirts later. The event offers horse rides, local artisan pop ups (coffee, baked goods, wine and spirits), and arts and crafts. Awards are planned for top finishers, plus spot prizes from Rudy Project, HyperIce and F2C. One hundred percent of proceeds will be allocated to Believe Ranch and Rescue, a 501(c)(3), and race fees are tax deductible. The event takes place rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
