Fresno Valentine Run
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Fresno Valentine Run
The Fresno Valentine Run takes place on February 14, 2026, at Woodward Park Group Activity Area in Fresno, California. The event includes a mix of competitive, timed fun, youth, kids and virtual options across short distances.
Event options include:
- Adult Competitive 5k
- Youth Competitive 5k
- Adult Fun Run 5k
- Adult Fun Run 2 Mile
- Youth Fun Run 5k
- Youth Fun Run 2 Mile
- Kids race for ages 1 to 10 with parent or guardian
- Run Anywhere virtual option
Participants receive a range of amenities including a finisher's medal, chip timing, a Valentine Run T shirt, a red rose, Ghirardelli chocolate, beverage options, chocolate milk, and access to a massage tent. Additional on-site features listed are a costume contest, bounce house for children, photo area with Elsa, Olaf and Batman, music, prizes, and admission to the Shinzen Friendship Garden.
Packet pickup is available at The Bike Shop at Woodward, 9433 N Fort Washington Rd, Fresno, and at Woodward Park Group Activity Area. T shirt sizes are guaranteed for registrations submitted before February 1st. Age group awards are offered for the Competitive 5k with 1st to 3rd place for male and female in multiple age divisions; age group winners receive a Valentine mug. Fun run events do not have age group awards.
Note that strollers must traverse about 200 feet on a dirt trail at one point on the 5k course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.