Homeboy Run/Walk
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Homeboy 5K Run/Walk
The 17th Annual Homeboy 5K Run/Walk takes place on September 19, 2026 at Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, California. The event brings together more than 5,000 runners, walkers, volunteers, and families for a course through historic Downtown Los Angeles. Activities begin outside the organization’s Chinatown headquarters and conclude with a street celebration featuring artists, partners, and vendors from across the city.
The event supports Homeboy Industries' mission to provide training and support to formerly gang-involved and previously incarcerated people, helping participants redirect their lives and reenter the community.
Event options include:
- 5K
- Kids Run (ages 2 to 12)
- 5K Virtual Run
- Puppy Fades Doggy Dash, half mile canine race, bandana provided, does not include 5K admission
Published registration amounts show the following fees: 5K $60.90, Kids Run $28.50, 5K Virtual Run $82.50, Puppy Fades Doggy Dash $28.50. The organizer’s refund policy states there are no refunds; transfers only.
Fundraising figures on the event page list $7,387.51 raised toward a $300,000 goal. The event page also notes team and fundraising features such as team pages, donor lists, and leaderboards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
