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Pi Day Run 2027

Date
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Start time
9:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
Entry fee
From Free · goes up to $45 on Feb 17, 2027
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
S.T.E.M. Display Booth–Mar 13, 20279:00 AMFree–
2 MileOtherMar 13, 202710:00 AM$40$45 after Feb 17, 2027–
3.14 Mile5KMar 13, 202710:00 AM$40$45 after Feb 17, 2027–
6.28 Mile10KMar 13, 202710:00 AM$40$45 after Feb 17, 2027–
Run AnywhereVirtual5KMar 13, 20276:00 AM$40$45 after Feb 17, 2027–

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

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • S.T.E.M. Display Booth: Free until Mar 14.
  • 2 Mile: $40 until Feb 17, then $45 until Mar 2, then $50 until Mar 6, then $55 until Mar 13.
  • 3.14 Mile and 6.28 Mile: $40 until Feb 17, then $45 until Mar 2, then $50 until Mar 5, then $55 until Mar 13.

Online registration closes Mar 14, 2027, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in California ($42.99).

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 10K in Fresno runs 1:04:59, about 10:27 a mile, based on 6 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:12:06 and men in 59:47.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:14 AM, and the S.T.E.M. Display Booth starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 370 feet above sea level.

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

Start location and course

Woodward Park - Mountain View Shelter, Fresno, CA 93720

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

Typical race-day weather

Around March 13 the day usually runs from 45°F at dawn to 67°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 38°F and hot years reach 77°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 Pi Day Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Schedule

Packet Pick Up. Friday, March 13th 4pm-6:30pm. The Bike Shop @ Woodward. 9433 N Fort Washington Rd, Unit 102, Fresno, CA 93720. Saturday, March 14th 9am-10am. Woodward Park - Mountain View Shelter. 7775 N Friant Ave, Fresno, CA. Race Day…

Course

Course Map

Run starts at 10am at the Mt View Shelter heading south towards the Audubon entrance, then follows the trail north, and all turn arounds will be marked; 2 mile, 3.14 mile, and 6.28 mile distances. Volunteers will be have water for aid…

Course Map, from the Pi Day Run page

Parking and travel

Venue - Woodward Park: Mt View Shelter

We will starting/finishing at the Mt View Shelter. Enter through the Audubon Entrance, pass through the tollbooth on the RIGHT and park in the first or second parking lot past the toll booth.

Rules and FAQ

Refunds and Transfers

Race Insurance Recommended. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU PURCHASE THE EVENT INSURANCE THAT IS OFFERED WITH EACH EVENT REGISTRATION. THIS INSURANCE WILL PROTECT YOUR REGISTRATION AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND UNDER THE TERMS OF THE POLICY…

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Race details

Where
Woodward Park - Mountain View Shelter, Fresno, CA 93720Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 370 feet
Results posted by the race
Awards
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, 10K, Other
Editions
2027 (Mar 13, 2027), 2026 (Mar 14, 2026), 2025 (Mar 15, 2025), 2024 (Mar 16, 2024), 2023 (Mar 12, 2023), 2022 (Mar 13, 2022)

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Quick answers

When is Pi Day Run?
Saturday, March 13, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Feb 17, 2027.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Mar 14, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for California?
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in California ($42.99).
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, 10K, Other.
Where does it start?
Woodward Park - Mountain View Shelter, Fresno, CA 93720.
Is there a course map?
Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

The goal of our events is to get people outside, moving and having fun. Running, Math and Pie enthusiasts come together at the Pi Day Run featuring run/walk distances of 2Mi, Pi (3.14) Miles, and 2Pi (6.28) Miles. We invite Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math students or clubs to have a booth/display to be voted on by the participants. Cash prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place booths as voted for by our participants. Proceeds benefit a scholarship fund at CSU Fresno for STEM Majors.

2Mi, 1Pi, and 2Pi distance run/walk

T-Shirt

Medal

Fruit Pi (several flavors)

Costume contest

STEM Fair