Sparks
Walking Events Calendar near Sparks 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Sparks for 2026-2027! We've gathered 8 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
August 2026
September 2026
Walkers can choose 10k, 5k or 2k routes starting at James Lee Memorial Park on mixed dirt trails, with a .25 mile single track climb on the longer loops. The family 2k follows crushed granite and allows off road strollers and leashed dogs, wi..
Walk options include 5K and 8K courses that begin at McFadden Plaza, 223 W 3rd St, Carson City, passing rolling hills and a calm lake. Early packet pick up is available at Dickson Realty, and walkers join alongside the running races.
October 2026
The 3.1 Miles 5K walk has start and finish at Greater Nevada Field, follows Reno streets and paths by the Truckee River, and has 6 aid stations with water and electrolytes.
Walkers can enter fixed time events of 3 hour, 6 hour, 12 hour, 24 hour or 48 hour or fixed distances 50 mile and 100 mile. The course is a paved, lighted 2 mile loop around Sparks Marina with restrooms, a 24 hour aid station and RV p..
Walkers can take part in a Halloween themed 5K at Virginia Lake Park in Reno in a park setting suitable for all ages and abilities. The run/walk welcomes dogs and includes an event t shirt and finisher medal for participants.
November 2026
The event offers a 1 Mile Walk from Wingfield Park (2 S. Arlington Ave, Reno) along a route through Downtown Reno and nearby parks. The walk runs alongside the 10K and 5K races and awards a finisher's medal; pets are not allowed on course.