Races/ fun runs for kids (Kindergarten)?
Hi,
My 5 year old is really into running and asked me if I could find a kids' race for him to run in. Wondering if there are any fun runs in the east bay for kids -- the kind where everyone gets a medal at the end?
Or any other kids' running clubs or other running-related activities?
He'd probably also love doing a kids' bike race as well if there are any to participate in locally.
Thanks!
Feb 19, 2020
Parent Replies
I am pretty sure the Oakland Running Festival (usually held in late March) has a kids fun run associated with it. Last time I ran in one of the races the fun run was down by Lake Merritt near Snow Park. In addition to the regular marathon and half marathon, I think they also do a 5K, though that may be a bit much for a kindergartner. I'm sure you could google their website for info.
Fun runs have become kind of a family hobby for us aince my son was about in kindergarten. The coolest we have done have been the Berkeley 5K (part of November’s Berkeley half marathon) and the Pt Pinole Turkey Trot
I’ve started googling for local fun runs - there are a ton.