Día de los Muertos Run-Walk
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Gardner Health Services Día de los Muertos Run Walk
Gardner Health Services presents the seventh annual Día de los Muertos Run Walk on October 31, 2026 in San Jose, California along the Guadalupe River Trail. The event uses a focused 5K route. It highlights community remembrance and supports children and families who need access to medical care.
Event options include:
- 5K
- 5K Kids 0 to 12
Registration includes race entry, a bib and timing chip, a finisher medal, and a Día de los Muertos tech shirt. The morning program features music, entertainment, and a health resource fair intended for families.
Packet and bib pickup is scheduled at 1621 Gold Street, San Jose, CA 95002 on the day before the event and the morning of the event. Participants are encouraged to wear Día de los Muertos masks, colorful makeup, costumes, or the race shirt provided at pickup.
La ofrenda will display items and photos of passed loved ones. Participants may bring photos and flowers but should not bring glass or open flames. All ofrenda items should be placed by 7:50am. Photos should be 5" x 7" or smaller. Participants are asked to retrieve items before leaving; items left at the end of the event will be discarded. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
