Splash Dash 5k
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Event overview
The Splash Dash event is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Wild Rivers Irvine (10000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine, CA 92618). The event offers multiple distances:
- 5K Splash Dash (ends by running through the lazy river)
- 5K Dry Run (avoids the wet section)
- Ducky Dash for children: 1/2 mile, 400 meter, or 200 yard
The Splash Dash route includes about the last 600 yards through the lazy river in roughly 2.5 feet of water. The Dry Run avoids that wet section and may use a side loop to complete a 3.1-mile course. The Ducky Dash starts and finishes on a bridge and runs through the kiddie pool wading area; one lap of the kiddie circuit is 400 meters and two laps equal 1/2 mile. All finishers receive a custom finisher medal and a choice of a beach towel or event shirt. Chip timing (RFID) is used.
Logistics and rules
Early packet pick-up is available the day before at Road Runner Sports in Laguna Hills; race day packet pick-up is available at the event site. Every participant is asked to bring at least two canned goods or a $5 cash donation for the South County Outreach food drive. Wild Rivers charges a $10 parking fee; limited additional parking is available in the Great Park and a drop-off lane exists. No dogs are allowed on the course or in the water park. Strollers are permitted only for Dry Run entrants and must remain toward the back; they cannot be left at the water feature. Electronics and phones can get wet and should be protected. Age-division awards are provided (5-year spans for Splash Dash, 10-year spans for Dry Run) plus top overall trophies and oldest/youngest finisher awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.