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California Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in California for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 384 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in California below and join the walking community at these great events!
October 2026
Walkers have marked options 5K, 10K and the 5M Pink Ribbon Trail. The in person event starts and ends near Gott's Roadside outdoor patio at the north end of the San Francisco Ferry Building and downloadable maps show water and bathroom lo..
Walkers can choose a 1K, 5K or 10K route on a fully paved course at Dockweiler Beach steps from the ocean with coastal views. The event includes a festival, free parking for the first 200 cars and $13 parking thereafter with cash required, all..
Participants can walk the 5K in Elk Grove, CA at 9701 Big Horn Blvd alongside the running races and then explore a Hispanic and Latino art and craft mercado. Every 5K participant receives a shirt and medal, and strollers and friendly dogs are wel..
Walkers can choose 1K, 5K, or 10K routes starting at West Creek Park, 24247 Village Circle Drive, Valencia, CA 91354. Routes follow park paths and local roads with water stations and on route support, plus an expo with snacks and refreshments.
Walkers follow the 5k Run/Walk course of 3.1 Miles starting at The Park at River Walk in Bakersfield CA. The Halloween themed event runs alongside a kids dash of 0.25 Miles and other running races.
Walkers can choose 1 Mile, 5K or 10K routes starting at Rotary Park at the corner of Railroad Ave and Main Street in Winters. The 5K and 10K are run or run walk options on roads open to traffic with course water stations including an elec..
Walkers can choose a 5K course or the Family 1 Miles Memory Walk at Hahamongna Watershed park, starting at 4550 Oak Grove Drive, La Canada, just north of the Rose Bowl. Entries include bibs, shirts or finisher medals as listed.
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..
Walkers can choose 5k, 10k, 15k or half marathon routes starting at Rancho Simi Park in Simi Valley on trail and shared paths with out and back loops. Aid stations are available each loop and parking is free near the Pickleball Courts..
A 5K walk starting at Wilson Plaza on the UCLA campus, passing landmarks like the Bruin Bear and John Wooden statue. Packet pick up is available Saturday in Santa Monica and parking is in Lot 4.
Walkers can choose the 10K, 5K, 1K or 1/2 K kiddie route through downtown Alhambra, starting on Main Street at 132 W. Main Street. Children 0 to 5 walk free without registration and children 12 and under must be accompanied by a regis..
Walkers can use the 5k course of 3.1 Miles at North Natomas Regional Park on a flat, fully paved sidewalk loop around the park. The course is stroller friendly, open to all ages, allows service dogs only and includes a registration t shirt and st..
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, 13.1 or a family 1 mile course starting at Sutter's Landing Regional Park on 28th Street in Sacramento. All paces and ages are welcome; timing is optional, waves are offered and coordinators provide race bi..
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, 13.1, or the family 1 mile course starting at Mission Point in San Diego. All paces and ages are welcome; timing is optional with no timing chips and coordinators provide on course support.
Walkers use the 5K course from Historic Olvera Street through Chinatown, over the Los Angeles River and back with skyline views and a short uphill finish. Packet pickup is at Angel City Brewery or Olvera Street; no bag drop.
Walkers can complete the 5K at Angel Stadium amid a Día de los Muertos theme, including a lap on the field and a spot on the Jumbotron. Walkers join alongside the running races and receive a commemorative race shirt and finisher medal.
Walkers use the USATF certified 5K course starting at Whittier Community Center, with a Creepy Crawly 1/2 mile dash for kids. The event includes chip timing, DJs along the course, refreshments and goodie bags for participants plus a post race pan..
The event offers walkers a 5K route starting and finishing at Tierrasanta Rec Center in San Diego, suitable for families as the date avoids school conflicts. Costumes are encouraged and walking takes place alongside the running races.
Walkers can join a walking only Champion Walk of 1K around the north side of Lincoln Center in Stockton. The event welcomes stroke survivors and those recovering from brain injury and is free to survivors, held alongside the running races.