Falcon 5K 2027
- Date
- Saturday, August 14, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Pleasant Hill, California
- Entry fee
- From $37 · goes up to $50 on Oct 2, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Aug 14, 20278:00 AM | $37$50 after Oct 2, 2026 | 250 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 2, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $37 until Oct 2, then $50 until Aug 15.
Online registration closes Aug 15, 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 6:21 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 70 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
201 Viking Dr, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All resultsAggregated from official results for Falcon 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Falcon 5K?
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 21:55 or better, the top quarter in 25:12, and half the field in 29:39; the last tenth came in after 45:32.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 24:07 | 19:41 |
| 40-49 | 27:31 | 25:08 |
| 50-59 | 30:28 | 26:56 |
| 60-69 | n/a | 30:50 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
How fast is it?
Faster than most California 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 25:12, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here run 18 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around August 14 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 83°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 0% of days. Cold snaps dip to 56°F and hot years reach 94°F.
Based on 75 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
- 201 Viking Dr, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 70 feet
- Results posted by the race
- 2025 Race Results
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Aug 14, 2027), 2026 (Aug 8, 2026), 2025 (Aug 16, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Falcon 5K?
- Saturday, August 14, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $37 before processing fees, and rises to $50 on Oct 2, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Aug 15, 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.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 133 runners finished the 5K Run/Walk; the median finish was 29:39 and the winner ran 16:11.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 25:12, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here run 18 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- 201 Viking Dr, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523.
From the organizers
Hey Falcon 5k supporters - we’d love to see you in August!
Join us on Saturday, August 14th for the Third Annual Falcon 5k, a community event supporting the College Park High School Cross Country Team! This race is a great way to celebrate the start of the season, build our community, connect with local runners, and show your support for our student-athletes.
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a proud alumni, or a supportive community member, this event is open to all and promises a fun, energetic atmosphere. Proceeds will go directly to the CPHS cross country program to help with travel, gear, and meet expenses.