Santa Cruz, California
Upcoming Events (7)
Santa Cruz Westside Half Marathon 10k/5k
Join the Santa Cruz Westside Half Marathon weekend featuring 5k, 10k, and half-marathon distances in Santa Cruz, CA. The course showcases scenic Westside routes along the coast with a chip-timed finish and a festive atmosphere. Details and registration at runsantacruzwestside.com.
Jack Rabbit 1 Mile FUNdraiser Run
Join the Jack Rabbit 1 Mile FUNdraiser Run in Santa Cruz for a casual, family-friendly charity trot. Run 1 mile or a relay on an outdoor course to support a local cause and enjoy a welcoming community atmosphere.
Heart & Soles Run
Heart & Soles Run in Santa Clara offers 5k and 10k routes through local streets, welcoming runners of all levels with supportive aid stations and a festive post-race vibe in a community-friendly setting.
She Is Beautiful Santa Cruz Run
Join She Is Beautiful Santa Cruz Run in Santa Cruz, CA, offering welcoming 5k and 10k routes along scenic coastlines and urban streets. This women-focused race combines community, fitness, and empowerment with a friendly atmosphere and finish-line celebrations.
San Lorenzo River Trail Run
A multi-distance trail running event along the San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz, offering 10k, half-marathon, marathon, 50k and ultra options. Runners tackle elevation gain through scenic river trails with forested climbs and ocean air, suitable for serious amateurs and seasoned ultrarunners alike.

Wharf to Wharf
Join the Wharf to Wharf coastal run on July 26, 2026, from Santa Cruz Wharf to the Capitola waterfront. This outdoor race offers scenic ocean views, enthusiastic crowds, and a festive post-race vibe that attracts runners, families, and visitors to California’s coast.
Santa Cruz Marathon
The Santa Cruz Marathon offers 5k, half-marathon, and full marathon options through scenic Santa Cruz, CA. Lined with cheering crowds, fast courses, and beach-town vibes, it's a must-do for runners of all levels.