Santa Anita Derby Day 5K
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Santa Anita Derby Day 5K
The Santa Anita Derby Day 5K takes place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. The event program includes a main 5K and races for children on the horse track.
- 5K Run/Walk
- Kids 6-Furlong Race (ages 7 to 12)
- Kids Homestretch Dash (ages 6 and under)
The 5K course runs through the Los Angeles Arboretum and finishes on the Santa Anita Race Track. The kids races are held on the race track as well. The event offers participant amenities including a finisher medal, an official event shirt, and chip timing.
A post-race expo includes music, food, and the annual Spring Carnival. Participants aged 21 and over receive a complimentary beer. All participants receive complimentary admission and parking to Derby Day horse races and an admission ticket to a future Santa Anita Park event valued at $20.
Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. The 2026 event has a capacity of 7,500 participants and may sell out. The organizer is listed as Santa Anita Derby Day 5K and the venue address is 285 W. Huntington Ave, Arcadia, CA 91107. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
