Walking Events Calendar near Friant 2026-2027

Miguel Reyes Elite 5K Run/Walk

Road Race Walk 3 mi

Walkers can join the 3.1 Miles 5K route through Woodward Park beginning at the Mountain View Shelter in Fresno, CA. The walk runs alongside the running races and includes amenities such as chip timing, kids races and on-site refreshments.

August 2026

Aug

9

Sar Wild Run

Shaver Lake | 23 mi from Friant

Trail Run Walk 2 mi

Walkers can choose the family friendly 2 Miles hike at Shaver Lake from 41344 Tollhouse Rd, a route to the water's edge. The trail passes meadows, towering pines and cool streams on Sierra trails at 5,400 feet and is not stroller friendly.

Aug

16

Taco Fun Run

Road Race Walk 2 mi

The event offers walkers a 2 Miles speed walk starting at Mt. View Shelter in Woodward Park, 7775 N Friant Rd, Fresno, on a park course. The 2 mile walk is walking only and runs alongside a 6K run and kids races, with bib pickup available at Flee..

Aug

22

Justin Garza Memorial Run

Road Race Walk 2 mi

Walkers can take part in the 2 Miles course on the Justin Garza High School campus, starting and finishing near the Administration Building. The walk is offered alongside the running races and participants receive a finisher medal, T shirt and br..

September 2026

5

Run to Remember - Clovis

Clovis | 11 mi from Friant

Road Race Walk

A 1 Miles non timed walk is offered at the California 9/11 Memorial in Clovis, CA alongside the event's running races. The route is untimed on memorial grounds for a morning of remembrance and reflection.

6

Fiesta 10k

Road Race Walk 2 mi

Walkers can take part in a 2 Miles speed walk at 7775 N Friant Road, Fresno, alongside the running races. Awards go to the top three male and female walkers and participants receive a Dri Fit shirt, live banda music and tacos with aguas frescas.

Kiwanis River Run

Trail Run Walk 2 mi 5 km

Walkers can choose the 5K or 2 Miles routes starting at George's River Ranch in Fresno, following scenic river trail terrain along the San Joaquin River. Routes occur alongside the event's running races and include a kids fun run.

The Aloha Run

Clovis | 11 mi from Friant

Road Race Walk 2 mi

Walkers can take the 2 Miles route from California Health Sciences University along the scenic Old Town Clovis Trail. Refreshments and tropical treats await at the finish and the event runs alongside competitive and fun running races.

Run 4 The Miracle

Trail Run Walk 2 mi 5 km

Walkers can choose 5K, 2 Mile, or kids 1/4 Mile routes on scenic off road river trails at George's River Ranch in Fresno. The shaded riverside course features birdsong, plenty of free parking near the start area and a relaxed park like se..

Smokey Bear Run

Bass Lake | 25 mi from Friant

Road Race Walk 2 mi

Walkers can enjoy a not timed 2 Miles route starting at Recreation Point Day Use Area along Road 222 edging Bass Lake, with slightly rolling hills and lake views. The walk is non competitive and runs alongside other event categories.

26

Donor Network West Foundation Run/Walk - Woodward Park

Hoover | 11 mi from Friant

Road Race Walk 5 km

Walkers join the 5k route through Shakespeare Field at Woodward Park in Fresno, a park course with family friendly areas and event amenities. The walk occurs alongside the running races and supports the Donor Network West Foundation.

October 2026

3

Frida Fun Run

Road Race Walk 3 mi

Walkers can choose campus routes of 3.1 Miles (5K) or 2K starting at Fresno City College, enjoying lush green spaces, historic buildings and tree lined walkways. Walk options run alongside the event's running races.

11

Oktoberfest Pumpkin Run

Road Race Walk 3 mi

Walkers can choose a non timed 2 Miles or a 3.1 Miles course starting at Woodward Park Shizen Group Activity Area in Fresno. The route is decorated with scarecrows and pumpkins and walkers will receive a pumpkin to take home.

18

Fresno Donut Run

Road Race Walk 5 km

Walkers can take the 5k course of 3.1 Miles at Woodward Park in Fresno. Packet pickup is at the Mountain View Shelter in the park and all 5k participants receive a t shirt, finisher medal and post race donuts alongside the running races.

24

Monster Mash Dash Halloween Run

Road Race Walk 5 km

Walkers can take part in a 5K at Woodward Park in Fresno alongside the running races. The event includes a glow in the dark finisher medallion, event shirt, and a discounted rate for kids 9 and under.

25

Día de los Muertos 5K - Clovis

Tarpey Village | 13 mi from Friant

Road Race Walk 2 mi 5 km

A dedicated walking event of 2 Miles at California Health Sciences Universities, 120 N Clovis Ave, Clovis CA, held alongside the 5K races. Walkers receive guaranteed hoodies if registered by October 12; this is a walking only event and no awards..

November 2026

Nov

1

Two Cities Marathon

Road Race Walk 3 mi 10 km

Walkers can choose the Kaiser Permanente 10K or the Kaiser Permanente 5K of 3.1 Miles, with the 5K starting on Shepard Ave near Millbrook and finishing at Clovis Community College. Routes are scenic and truly flat along the Fresno Clovis border,..

Nov

21

Wascally Wabbit Trail Race

Friant

Trail Run Walk 4 mi 6 mi

Walkers can choose 10k (6.2 miles) or 7k (4 miles) routes on trails through the Finegold Creek Preserve in Friant CA, passing creekside riparian habitat and foothill terrain. Proceeds benefit Kids Kasa Foster Care and the Sierra Foothill Cons..

Nov

22

Reyes Elite Mile Run & Fun 5K