Santa Anita Derby Day 5K

APR

4

2026

Run or walk a scenic 5K through the Los Angeles Arboretum, finishing on the iconic Santa Anita track. Kids can race on the track too, and everyone gets a medal, shirt, and free admission to the day's horse races. Enjoy post-race music, food, and a carnival atmosphere.

Sat 4 Apr 2026

Arcadia, California

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Santa Anita Derby Day 5K is a running and walking event held on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. The address is 285 W. Huntington Ave.

Distances and Categories

5K Run/Walk: Open to participants of all ages.
Kids 6-Furlong Race: For children aged 7–12.
Kids Homestretch Dash: For children aged 6 and under.

There is also a specific team registration listed as "Umamusume: Pretty Derby Team" for the 5K.

Course and Experience

The 5K course goes through the Los Angeles Arboretum and finishes on the Santa Anita Race Track. The kids' races take place on the horse track itself. The post-race area, called an expo, features music, food, and a Spring Carnival. Participants aged 21 and over receive a complimentary beer.

Participant Perks

All registered participants receive an official event shirt, a finisher medal, and chip timing for the 5K. Entry also includes complimentary admission and parking for the Derby Day horse races at Santa Anita Park, plus a separate admission ticket for a future visit.

Registration

Registration fees are listed as non-refundable and non-transferable. Youth and senior pricing is applied automatically for the 5K event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk

Kids 6-Furlong Race (7-12 Yrs)

Kids Homestretch Dash (6 & Under)