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Visalia Emergency Aid Race Against Hunger 2026

Date
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Start time
7:30 AM start (Los Angeles)
Entry fee
From $20 · goes up to $42.50 on Oct 20, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Kids RacesKidsNov 26, 20267:30 AM$20300
2 Mile WalkOtherNov 26, 20268:00 AM$40$42.50 after Oct 20, 2026–
5K Run Run/Walk5KNov 26, 20268:00 AM$40$42.50 after Oct 20, 2026–
Virtual RunVirtual5KNov 26, 20268:00 AM$45–

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

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The Other fee goes up to $42.50 on Oct 20, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • Kids Races: $20 until Nov 26.
  • 2 Mile Walk and 5K Run Run/Walk: $40 until Oct 20, then $42.50 until Nov 13, then $45 until Nov 26.

Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $40, 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 Visalia runs 37:41, about 12:08 a mile, based on 6 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:06 and men in 33:19.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:45 AM, and the Kids Races starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 300 feet above sea level.

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

Start location and course

North Garden Street & East Main Street, Visalia, CA 93291

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 November 26 the day usually runs from 42°F at dawn to 62°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 7% of days. Cold snaps dip to 39°F and hot years reach 69°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 Visalia Emergency Aid Race Against Hunger cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Packet Pick Up

2025 Packet Pick Up. Visalia Elks Lodge 1298. 3100 W. Main St, Visalia, CA 93291. Saturday, November 22: 10am - 5pm. Sunday, November 23: 11am - 3pm. Tuesday, November 25: 11am -6pm. Wednesday, November 26: 11am - 6pm. We HIGHLY recommend…

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Race Day Info & FAQs

When does online registration close?: Online Registration closes on Race Day: Thursday, Nov. 28th, 2024, at 7:45 AM. Can I sign up on the day of the race?: While we strongly suggest registering prior to the day of the event, we will have…

Rules and FAQ

Contact Us

Have a question or comment? You can fill out our contact form HERE or, please don't hesitate to reach out to our office at 559-732-0101. We do our best to respond within 24-48 hours. Please note the closer we are to race day, the longer it…

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Race details

Where
North Garden Street & East Main Street, Visalia, CA 93291Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 300 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, Kids, Other
Editions
2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2023 (Nov 23, 2023), 2022 (Nov 24, 2022), 2021 (Nov 25, 2021)

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Quick answers

When is Visalia Emergency Aid Race Against Hunger?
Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $42.50 on Oct 20, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for California?
At $40, 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?
North Garden Street & East Main Street, Visalia, CA 93291.

From the organizers

Visalia Emergency Aid's (VEA) Race Against Hunger is on the most thankful day of the year, and we are so thankful that YOU are joining us!

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