Lemon Run Presented by the Goleta Education Foundation
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Lemon Run presented by the Goleta Education Foundation
The Lemon Run takes place on September 20, 2026, at Goleta Beach Park (5986 Sandspit Rd, Goleta, CA 93117). The event is presented by the Goleta Education Foundation and includes multiple distances and community activities.
Distances offered:
- 10K Grand Prix race
- 5K Jr. Grand Prix race
- 1K Family Fun Run for youth and families
Registration opens on October 4, 2025. Registration deadlines differ by race: registration for the 10K and 5K closes July 31, 2026, and registration for the 1K remains available through the event date. Fees are listed per event: the 10K and 5K carry a $30 fee with ages 18 and under at $10; the 1K fee is $10 and ages 12 and under register for free.
Logistics and race day details include rolling starts for each event, allowance of strollers, and family participation. Route maps are provided for each distance. Prize announcements are planned for the 10K and 5K. Early bib pick-up is scheduled on September 19 at Deckers Brand Showcase, with late registration and packet pick-up on race day at Goleta Beach Park Area D beginning in the morning.
Parking is available at Goleta Beach with additional parking at UCSB Parking Lot 10. Bike parking is available with Move SB, carpool parking is offered at Deckers Brand Showcase (6601 Hollister Avenue), and a drop-off area is accessible near the Ellwood Restaurant parking lot. Race T-shirts can be pre-ordered by August 31 to help ensure available sizes in Adult and Youth S, M, L, and XL. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
