Valentines Live, Love, Run 5K
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Event
Farmer Bob's Valentines Live, Love, Run 5K takes place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Ivanhoe, California (32985 Road 164, 93235). The event is held on the McKellar Ranch Company and Historic Seven Sycamores Wedding Venue. The course is chip-timed and covers 3.1 miles (5K) on dirt lanes through orange orchards, with the finish line located inside the wedding venue.
Format and included items
The run/walk includes a poker element: participants collect five sealed playing cards along the course and present them to a ranch dealer at the finish to reveal a poker hand; the best poker hand receives specified prizes. Listed event features and participant items include a race T-shirt (shirt guarantee for registrations by February 2), a custom finisher medal for every participant, a custom race bib, chipped timing, live race day results, DJ music, name announcements at the finish, overall male and female awards, and age group awards. The best poker hand prizes include a pair of running shoes from Sole 2 Soul Sports (value up to $150) and a custom western silver trophy belt buckle. Registration opens December 2, 2025. The published entry fee is $43.40, which includes a $3.40 processing fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
