Corona 5000 2027
- Date
- Saturday, February 27, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Corona, California
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $41 on Oct 10, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corona Kids 500 Meter (Ages 2-10) | Kids | Feb 27, 20278:00 AM | $20 | – |
| Corona Kids 500 Meter (Parent) | Kids | Feb 27, 20278:00 AM | Free | – |
| Stroller Rider (Under 2) | Other | Feb 27, 20278:00 AM | Free | – |
| Corona 5000 5K | 5K | Feb 27, 20278:30 AM | $37$41 after Oct 10, 2026 | – |
| Virtual Corona 5000 5KVirtual | 5K | Feb 27, 2027 | $37$41 after Oct 10, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $41 on Oct 10, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Corona Kids 500 Meter (Ages 2-10): $20 until Feb 28.
- Corona Kids 500 Meter (Parent) and Stroller Rider (Under 2): Free until Feb 27.
- Corona 5000 5K: $37 until Oct 10, then $41 until Nov 11, then $45 until Dec 18, then $50 until Jan 16, then $55 until Feb 18, then $59 until Feb 27.
Online registration closes Feb 28, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $37, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in California runs 38:06, about 12:16 a mile, based on 623 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:27 and men in 33:40.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:22 AM, and the Corona Kids 500 Meter (Ages 2-10) starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 840 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
815 W 6th St, Corona, CA 92882
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around February 27 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 26% of days. Cold snaps dip to 37°F and hot years reach 80°F.
Based on 76 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 815 W 6th St, Corona, CA 92882Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 840 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids, Other
- Editions
- 2027 (Feb 27, 2027), 2026 (Mar 21, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Corona 5000?
- Saturday, February 27, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $41 on Oct 10, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Feb 28, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $37, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 815 W 6th St, Corona, CA 92882.
From the organizers
From 1913-1916, the roar of engines and the thrill of speeds approaching 100 mph electrified Grand Boulevard in Corona, as up to 100,000 spectators cheered during the legendary Corona Road Races. This perfect circle in the heart of “Circle City” was the stage for automotive history. Now, 110 years later, Grand Boulevard is set to pulse with excitement once again!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Corona 5000, a vibrant 5K run and walk that revives the spirit of this historic course. Lace up your shoes and be part of a new legacy, racing or strolling the iconic loop of Grand Boulevard.
This is a Race For the Ages, all ages.