Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K in Oxnard on Sunday, December 8, 2024

The Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K is planned for Sunday, December 8, 2024

The half marathon begins at the giant Santa located at 2801 Ventura Blvd., Oxnard and ends at Marine Emporium Landing in the Channel Islands Harbor. The half marathon and 5K start at 7:30am and the quarter marathon starts at 7:50am. There’s also a Kids 1K at 8:30am.

This point to point course starts at the historic Santa Claus, off the 101 freeway, runs through Oxnard’s famous strawberry fields, then through downtown Oxnard and beautiful Plaza Park. Next will be historic Candy Cane Lane, where the homes are decorated for the holidays. Finally, you’re off to the Pacific Ocean, the beach, and finishing at the Marine Emporium Landing in the Channel Islands Harbor.

The 5K and kids 1K starts and finishes at the Marine Emporium Landing.

Santa to the Sea supports the Nyeland Acres community through food distributions, a toy giveaway, and scholarships to Oxnard College.

For more information or to register visit www.santatothesea.com.

Thanksgiving Day 5K in Simi Valley on Thursday, November 28, 2024

The Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley on Thursday, November 28, 2024.

Run along the Arroyo bike path, lined with beautiful trees for shade through the center of Simi Valley and along the Arroyo Creek. Aid stations every 1.5 miles. Race starts at 8am. This is a rain or shine event.

Visit www.ThanksgivingDay5k.com to learn more and sign up.

Boney Mountain Trail Half Marathon & 7K in Thousand Oaks on Saturday, September 21, 2024

The Boney Mountain Trail Half Marathon and 7K was originally planned for Saturday, February 10, 2024 but has been rescheduled to September 21, 2024 due to storms. The race takes place in Point Mugu State Park, starting at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa in Newbury Park. Challenging, single track, switchback climbs and descents, creek crossings and climb up the Old Boney trail.

Half marathon starts at 8am. 7K at 8:30am. Register at ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=108926

Moorpark Groundhog Day 5K and 1 Mile Run on Saturday, February 1, 2025

The Moorpark Groundhog Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run is planned for Saturday, February 1, 2025. Event proceeds benefit Moorpark High School’s cross country and track programs. All ages and abilities are welcome. All ages and abilities are welcome.  All participants age 11 and under who complete the 5k will received a finisher medal.  There will also be a “Catch the Groundhog” 1 mile fun run for kids 11 and under which will be held on the track with finisher medals for all.

Post-race festivities include the awards ceremony with age group medals plus refreshments, vendors and a raffle of wonderful prizes donated by local businesses.

Moorpark High School is located at 4500 Tierra Rejada Road, Moorpark. There will be plenty of free parking close to the race start.

For more information and online registration, visit www.moorparkgroundhogday5k.org.

Nature Made Great Race of Agoura Hills Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Runs on Saturday, April 5, 2025

A perennial favorite of the greater Los Angeles area since 1986, the Nature Made Great Race is planned for a return on Saturday, April 5, 2025 in Agoura Hills. The event is an exciting and family-friendly event featuring many race options: Cheseboro Half Marathon, Old Agoura 10K, Deena Kastor 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run.

To learn more and to register, visit greatrace.run.

2024 Holly Jolly Half Marathon, 5K and 10K in Camarillo on Sunday, December 15th

The 13th Annual Holly Jolly Half Marathon, 5K and 10K is planned for Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Pleasant Valley Soccer Fields, 150 Westpark Ct., Camarillo. Start / Finish will be at the Pleasant Valley Fields Park at the Village At The Park Sports Complex. This course is mostly on the flat Camarillo bike path. No auto traffic to worry about on this course.

To learn more and to sign up, visit www.HollyJollyHalf.com.

Free Clinic of Simi Valley Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run on Sunday, October 13, 2024

The Free Clinic of Simi Valley, in partnership with Simi Valley Hospital, presents the Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run for Depression Awareness and Kids’ 1K Fun Run at Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley (near the tennis courts at Erringer and Royal). Event will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 7 am (Half Marathon), 8:15 am (5K/10K) and 9:30 am (Kids’ Run).

Funds raised from this event will benefit the Free Clinic of Simi Valley's Counseling Programs. Everyday, the Free Clinic is saving lives, improving the health of the community, and reducing health care costs for residents of Simi Valley. The Clinic does this through preventing visits to hospital emergency departments, which are costly and provide no continuity of care.

Learn more and register at www.freeclinicsv.com/fmgrun.html.

2024 She.Is.Beautiful 5K and 10K in Santa Barbara on Saturday, September 7th

The 2024 She.Is.Beautiful 5K and 10K will take place in Santa Barbara on Saturday, September 7th.

This women's only race is known for it's sass, inspirational quotes, fun, and course flair. She.is.beautiful welcomes women of all ages and encourages everyone to strut their sassiest pinkest outfits! In addition to promoting self-esteem, camaraderie and health among women, our proceeds benefit Girls Incorporated in Santa Barbara.

Visit runsheisbeautiful.com to learn more and to register.

2025 Ventura Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, February 23rd

The 2025 Ventura Marathon and Half Marathon are planned for Sunday, February 23, 2025. The marathon and half marathon are point to point races, starting in Ojai and ending in downtown Ventura. The marathon starts at 6:30am.

Learn more and sign up at www.venturamarathon.com.

2024 Bulldog 50K and 25K Runs in Malibu Creek State Park on Saturday, August 17th

The challenging and popular Bulldog runs consist of two races - the 25K Bulldog Trail Run and the 50K Bulldog Ultra Run, which are conducted simultaneously (though the 50K starts an hour earlier - at 7 am.). This year’s event is on August 17, 2024.

Run in the beautiful scenic Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area beginning at base camp in Malibu Creek State Park.

The course offers inspirational vistas of untamed terrain and sweeping ocean views. The challenging trail weaves through the mountains on single track and fire roads.

Visit ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=108226 for more information and to register for these challenging events.