Strawberry Jam Fun Run
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Strawberry Jam Fun Run
The Strawberry Jam Fun Run is a community 1K and 5K run and walk organized by Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services. The 2026 edition is the fifth annual event and is scheduled for August 1, 2026 as part of the Watsonville Strawberry Festival. Start and finish are at Landmark Elementary School in Watsonville while Ramsay Park is under renovation.
The course runs along portions of Watsonville’s slough system and includes an out and back section on Ohlone Parkway. The event is coordinated in partnership with the Santa Cruz Track Club. The organizer notes that the route is accessible to families and that strollers are welcome; dogs are not permitted.
Practical details listed by the organizer include the temporary venue address and archived results from prior years. The event format combines recreational walking and running with community festival activity, taking place on public roadways and park-adjacent pathways. Participants should expect an open, multi-use setting rather than a closed stadium environment.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 1K fun route suitable for families and young participants
- 5K out and back along Ohlone Parkway and slough-side paths
