Santa Monica
Walking Events Calendar near Santa Monica 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Santa Monica for 2026-2027! We've gathered 116 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K routes starting at Crystal Springs Picnic Area, Pettigrew Field, Griffith Park, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. The event includes a picnic, Trans Resource Exchange and food trucks alongside the community celebration.
Walkers can choose 5k, 10k, 15k or Half marathon at Long Beach 5400 E Ocean Blvd, with out and back and loop routes, restrooms, water fountains, stroller allowed.
August 2026
Walkers have a 5K route that climbs 282 steps to the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City. The route starts at 6300 Hetzler Rd and offers park and city views of Culver City, Century City and Downtown Los Angeles alongside the running races.
Walkers can take part in a 5K route at Lanark Park in Canoga Park, with the venue listed as 21816 Lanark St during the Summer Night Lights event. Walkers receive a bib and finisher medal and pay a $10.00 registration fee alongside runners.
Walkers choose 5k, 10k, 15k or Half Marathon on marked out and back beach path from 5400 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach; aid at turnaround and free local parking.
Walkers can choose the 5k, 10k, 15k or Half Marathon on the Long Beach path, marked out and back on the beach with an aid station with water, Gatorade and gels.
Walkers can choose a 5K or family route starting at Newbury Park First Christian Church upper parking lot amid a picnic and brunch. Registration includes free attendee or fundraiser options or paid entries; unregistered walkers are welcome and 5K..
The event offers a 5K walk through the Hamamongna watershed park near Pasadena, starting at 4550 Oak Grove Drive, La Canada CA 91011. Walkers share the route alongside the running races and all ages are welcome.
Walkers can choose the 5 km, 10 km, 15 km or half marathon on the Long Beach beach path in Belmont Shores from 54th Place; looped and out and back routes with restrooms, water fountains, and stroller access.
Walkers can join the untimed Fun Walk of 3.1 Miles through Whittier Narrows Legg Lake Park, enjoying park trails and lake views alongside the running races. All participants receive a bowl of menudo and walkers 21+ receive a beer with ID.
Routes of 5K, 10K, 10 Miler, and Half Marathon start at Alamitos Beach on an open beach path; pedestrians keep right and a water station is at Belmont Pier.
Walkers can follow the 5k beach course starting at Culture Brewing Co Manhattan Beach on a seaside route alongside the running races.
Walkers can choose 5 km or 10 km routes starting at 4550 Oak Grove Drive in La Canada, CA. The walks run alongside the running races as part of a wellness fest supporting Journey House.
September 2026
Walkers can choose the 5K or Kids 1K routes at Hansen Dam, starting near the Aquatic Center. A dog division runs alongside the races.
The event offers walkers 5 km, 10 km, 15 km or the half marathon on the Long Beach path with aid at the turnaround (water, Gatorade, gels).
Walkers can choose 5k, 10k, 15k or Half Marathon at Lake Balboa on an out and back course with a small hill, aid stations per loop and a pedestrian tunnel.
Walkers can use the 3.1 miles 5K or 6.2 miles 10K routes starting near the Shoreline Village lighthouse on a flat scenic beach path with multiple water stations.
Walkers use the scenic 3.1 Miles course in the Riviera Village area of South Redondo Beach and can stroll through the vendor village. Water stations are on course and at the finish; parking is self park in the area and there is no bag check.