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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!
April 2027
Walk the 5 mile, 10 mile, 18 mile, or 26.2 mile trail courses near Ridgecrest in the Mojave Desert on mixed public and private terrain. Five aid stations provide water, electrolytes and snacks but no cups so walkers refill bottles.
Walkers can choose a 5K on flat paved country roads around Morgan Hill or an inclusive 2K on the school track at 1505 East Main Ave. Water at start and stops; strollers ok except on the school track; roads are open to traffic so stay to the s..
Walkers have a Half Marathon and a 5K at William B Pond Recreational Area in Carmichael, CA. The walkers course is flat and shady through oak forest and meadows with nine aid stations offering ice cold water and Gatorade.
Walkers can choose the 5K on a closed streets loop starting at El Segundo High School, 640 Main St, through coastal neighborhoods and schools on an easy to moderate hill course. Mile markers, multiple water stations and pre race packet pickup are..
Walkers can take part in the family friendly 5K run walk starting and finishing at Lake Mission Viejo, 22555 Olympiad Rd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692. The course runs on trails and surface streets near the lake and includes one aid station for walker..
May 2027
A family friendly 3.1 Miles walk starts at Kerckhoff Park in Kerman, held alongside the 5K run and kids races. Walkers take part in the Almond Festival atmosphere with food vendors, live entertainment and a kids zone.
Walker-friendly event offers a 5K walk alongside the races on a coastal course through Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and Santa Ana with oceanfront and bayside views. A free Health and Fitness Expo is open to the public during race weekend.
Walkers can choose shorter trail options including 1M, 5K, 10K, or 15K on flowing singletrack through the golden hills. The start/finish is at East Walker Ranch Open Space with hilly ridgelines, stocked aid stations, and a cupless pol..
Walkers are welcome on the 10K course, which starts at Dyerville Bridge Overlook in Humboldt Redwoods State Park near Weott Arcata CA and follows a paved road through old growth redwoods. The route is mostly flat with gentle uphill stretches.
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K routes in Sacramento starting at 2501 New Market Drive alongside the running races. It features curated R&B music, wellness resources and a post event celebration.
Walkers can choose 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles) routes at Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park in San Dimas near the 10 and 57 freeway junction. Events are offered in person or virtual and there is a $15 park parking fee.
Walkers can take the 5K or 10K beachside routes from 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy in Huntington Beach with ocean views and fresh sea air. Public restrooms are at the parking lots; pets must be leashed and strollers should keep to the side of the s..
Walkers use the 10K at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve in Los Gatos, Ca with 1,026 ft elevation gain on trail terrain. Parking is in the equestrian lot; the northern lot has HQ and bathrooms and the route is open to walk or run.
Walkers follow a 3.1 Miles route on Indian Hill Blvd in Claremont CA alongside the running races. The community event welcomes youth and adults and has age based registration fees.
Walkers can take the Beer Stroll, a 1 mile walk around Almaden Lake at Almaden Lake Park (5949 Winfield Blvd, San Jose). The walk is part of the Beer City Festival and leads to a post race festival featuring local brewers and beer tastings.
June 2027
Walkers have 10 Miles, 10K and 5K options, including a 5K stroller start. Start and finish are at the parking lot of Westland Real Estate Group/Long Beach Beer Lab, 520 W Willow St, Long Beach; the 10 Miles has a 2 hour 40 minute cuto..
Walkers at Marine Stadium can choose a flat, scenic Half Marathon or 5K route. Half marathon finishers receive festival entry; 5K walkers and guests may purchase tickets to the Wine, Sip, Savor festival.
Walkers can choose 5 km or 10 km routes starting at Discovery Meadow in downtown San Jose, following park paths and open meadow terrain alongside the running races. Virtual walk options are offered with race items mailed to participants.
July 2027
The event includes a 3.1 Miles Fun Run Walk on the scenic oceanfront coastal trail starting at the south coastal trail at Noyo Headlands Park, with the 5K turnaround near the compass rose. It runs alongside the running races and provides coffee t..
Walkers follow a point to point 5K (3.1 Miles) on closed streets through Alameda from 1420 Park St to the Webster Farmers Market. A free post event shuttle returns walkers to the start while spectators gather for the parade.