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Frida Fun Run 2026

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Start time
8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
Entry fee
From $25
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Kids Dash OnlyKidsOct 3, 20268:00 AM$25–
5K RUN/WALK5KOct 3, 20268:15 AM$55–
2K RUN/WALK–Oct 3, 20268:20 AM$55–
Virtual Run/WalkVirtual–Oct 3, 20268:00 AM$40–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • Kids Dash Only: $25 until Oct 4.
  • 5K RUN/WALK and 2K RUN/WALK: $55 until Oct 4.

Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $55, entry is about 49 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Fresno runs 37:30, about 12:04 a mile, based on 20 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:48 and men in 33:25.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:54 AM, and the Kids Dash Only starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 320 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

1101 East University Ave, Fresno, CA 93741

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.

Typical race-day weather

Around October 3 the day usually runs from 61°F at dawn to 90°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 3% of days. Cold snaps dip to 56°F and hot years reach 99°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.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Frida Fun Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Packet Pickup

Pick up your bib and t-shirt early to skip the lines! Friday, October 2, 2026 — 3:30 to 6:30 PM. The Square at Campus Pointe, next to Galaxy Theatres formerly Maya Cinemas. Race Day Pickup. Saturday, October 3, 2026 — 7:00 to 8:15 AM…

Schedule and packet pickup

Event Schedule (note times subject to change)

7:00–8:15 AM – Check-in & Bib Pick-Up (quad, near College & Weldon). 7:30 AM – Welcome & Announcements. 7:40 AM – Costume Contest. 7:45 AM – Warm Up. 8:00 AM – Kids Dash Start. 8:15 AM – 5K Start. 8:20 AM – 2K Start. 9:05 AM – Awards…

Course

Distances

5K Run/Walk & 2K Run/Walk. These runs are open to all ages. Special pricing for kids 10 and under of $25! Rate is automatically applied at check-out! The course is marked with directional arrows and volunteers. The 2k Run/Walk is not…

Course

Course Maps: 5k and 2k

New Course for 2026! We’re excited to introduce a new Frida Fun Run course! Thanks to Enrique’s Consulting, both the 5K (3.1 miles) and 2K (1.24 miles) will take participants throughout the Fresno City College campus. Review the course map…

Shirt and medal

Race Includes

Frida T-shirt and new Race Medal design. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the 5k. Photo opportunities with our beloved La Catrina from Visalia. Refreshments after race.

Shirt and medal

Contests, Prizes & Giveaways

Frida & Diego Costume Contest – Come dressed as Frida or Diego for your chance to win a cash prize. Largest Group/Team – Rally your crew! The largest registered group or team wins a cash prize. Top Male & Female Finishers – The fastest…

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Race details

Where
1101 East University Ave, Fresno, CA 93741Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 320 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, Kids
Editions
2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025), 2024 (Oct 5, 2024), 2023 (Oct 7, 2023), 2022 (Oct 1, 2022)

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Quick answers

When is Frida Fun Run?
Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for California?
At $55, entry is about 49 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
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.
Where does it start?
1101 East University Ave, Fresno, CA 93741.
Is there a course map?
Yes, the organizers publish the route on Strava; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

League of Mexican American Women warmly invites you to be a part of something special—the 5th Annual Frida Fun Run! This beloved event celebrates community, fitness, culture, and is an opportunity to raise scholarship funds for local students.

Since this is our fifth year, we're celebrating our own “Cinco-ñera” marking five years of bringing the central valley community together. Our aim this year is to bolster our scholarship program, increasing the number of scholarships awarded to students. Join us for a day filled with friends, family, fun, and fitness!

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