Sacramento CommUNITY Run Series

The Sacramento CommUNITY Run Series is a FREE, year-long challenge designed to UNITE and connect Sacramento runners with community-driven running events in the Sacramento area. This series showcases a variety of grassroots running events organized by local clubs and organizations, encouraging runners and walkers to UNITE to explore new running events while supporting community fitness and community growth.

Why Join?

• Experience new local running events throughout the year

• Receive a FREE Sacramento CommUNITY Run Series T-shirt at your first event

• Earn a special commemorative medal by completing at least 4 events

• Get exclusive incentives and promotions at each race

• Connect with Sacramento’s growing running community!

How It Works:

1. Sign Up for the Series

• Register for FREE right here on Race Roster.

• Note: Signing up for the Series does NOT register you or guarantee registration for any of the individual events on the Series—this registration simply signs you up to be part of the series, records your shirt size, and allows us to track your progress on the Series so you can receive communications and rewards throughout the year, including the commemorative medal at the end.

• Note: While registration for the Series is free, you must still pay for and register separately for each individual event you wish to participate in.

2. Choose Your Events & Register

• The series includes multiple running events throughout the year.

• We’ll send you email reminders and event links so you don’t miss out!

3. Participate and Earn Your Rewards!

• SRA will be at each event with a table to track your attendance and distribute rewards

• Pick up your FREE CommUNITY Run Series T-shirt onsite at your first event from the SRA booth.

• Attend at least 4 events on the Series to earn a special commemorative CommUNITY Run Series medal.

Upcoming Events:

(Tentative Schedule)

BMR Sacramento Black History Month Family Walk/Run
Creating Generational Health
Date: February 22, 2025
The 3rd Annual Black History Month Family 5K Run/Walk, hosted by Black Men Run Sacramento, is an inclusive event welcoming runners and walkers of all levels to celebrate Black History Month while supporting the Greater Sacramento Urban League. Participants can join in person at NorCal Physiotherapy or virtually from anywhere, with net proceeds benefiting GSUL’s impactful community work.
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Not Just for Runners 5K & 1-Mile Community Walk/Run/Roll - CANCELED
Date: May 10, 2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this year's event has been canceled. While we’re disappointed to share this news, this is just a pause—not the end! The team at Elevated Health and Community is already planning a meaningful virtual experience during Sacramento Running Week (September 13–21). Participation in the Virtual NJ4R Experience will count toward your Sacramento Community Run Series progress. By completing the virtual event, you'll earn credit toward the series goal.

If you have questions or concerns regarding this event, please email events@ourhealthelevated.org
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Scoot Scoop
Date: June 6, 2025
Join your friends and neighbors to raise funds for local nonprofits while enjoying beautiful William Land Park and delicious Leatherby's Ice Cream. Designed to be a fun community event that raises money for local nonprofits, this event is for the entire family!
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Sacramento Pride 5k Run/Walk
Date: June 14, 2025
The 2025 Sacramento Pride 5K Run/Walk is a celebration of the strength, perseverance and love of the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you're a fitness novice or a seasoned runner, this is a wonderful way to experience Pride Month along with your friends, family and allies. Let's get our hearts racing toward the rainbow finish line!
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Sacramento Running Week
Date: September 14th-20th, 2025 (Full day-to-day schedule will be announced mid-July)
Sacramento Running Week is a weeklong celebration where you can explore local running groups by joining group runs and social events. Simply show up to any event, take a photo to document your participation, and send it or show it to SRA at the next event check-in to count it as a Community Run Series event!
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Day of The Dead 5K
Date: October 26, 2025
The Remembering Our Grandparents - Day of the Dead 5k honors Día de los Muertos, inviting participants to dress in festive outfits or spooky costumes. The race offers a scenic course, a challenging final stretch, and a celebratory tamale at the finish. Kids' races are also included, making it a fun and memorable event for all ages.
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Presented by In-Shape Family Fitness
Hosted by the Sacramento Running Association