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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, Nov 2, 2026 | ||||
| November/December Run Club | Grades 3-8 | 5K | Nov 2, 20264:00 PM | $176 | 32 |
| Monday, Jan 4, 2027 | ||||
| January/February Run Club | Grades 3-8 | 5K | Jan 4, 20274:00 PM | $224 | 32 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Jan 9, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $176, entry is about 376 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
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.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:33 AM, and the November/December Run Club | Grades 3-8 starts at 4:00 PM. The start sits about 540 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
551 Marshall Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Around November 2 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 44°F and hot years reach 75°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.
What the organizers of Walnut Creek Run Club cover on their registration page, in brief.
Rules and FAQ
How old are your participants? We take youths grades 2-8. Motivated grades K-1 welcomed. My child is playing another sport. Can they still join you? Absolutely! Our programs are meant to condition and strengthen your child so they can be…
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Get your little athletes ready for their sports through cardio, resistance, balance, agility and plyometric training, along with core work. Through running, they will build endurance, speed and strength to improve performance and reduce injury in athletics, as well as everyday activities. They would not know they are working hard because they would be having too much fun!