Found 25 races near Merced County, CA

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JUL
25

Salinas, CA
• 33.0 miles
Ekiden relay: teams of four pass a traditional Japanese tasuki sash instead of a baton. Twilight racing on 2.1-mile laps at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, starting at 5:00 PM.
12
AUG
8

Gilroy, CA
• 52.0 miles
5K 10K
7
AUG
15

Firebaugh, CA
• 30.0 miles
$30 -$35
💙🏃‍♂️ Run With Purpose. Walk With Honor. Remember A Hero. 🏃‍♀️💙 Join us this fall for the Officer Sixto Maldonado, Jr. Memorial 10K Run, 5K Run & 2-Mile Walk, a meaningful community event...
2m 5K 10K
36
AUG
22

Fresno, CA
• 17.5 miles
$30 -$60
A 2-mile memorial run on the Justin Garza High School campus honoring Coach Garza.
2m
12
AUG
22

Gilroy, CA
• 53.8 miles
$25 -$85
Join us in Gilroy, California on Saturday, August 22, 2026, for the Race2Unravel — a powerful day of ACTION in the fight against childhood cancer. This inspiring community event features a 5K,...
5K 10K
42
SEP
12

Hollister, CA
• 35.5 miles
$25 -$75
Please join us for the River Run back for a great 6th year in 2026.   A family-friendly event that will be fun for everyone!  You'll be able to run or walk a 5K distance or a 1Mile untimed fun...
1m 5K
67
SEP
12

Atwater, CA
• 26.4 miles
$25 -$250
Walkers & kids welcome for the 5K! Last year was such a success, we are doing it again! Castle Air Force Base is no stranger to a 5K/10K run but this race includes a run through Castle Air...
5K 10K
34
SEP
19

Gilroy, CA
• 53.8 miles
$39 -$60
Initial Mile proudly presents to you Anime Fan and Fitness Festival, the festival where anime and fitness collide. Join us for our second annual Anime Fan and Fitness Festival in Gilroy, CA on...
5K 10K
586
SEP
19

Modesto, CA
• 24.1 miles
$30 -$45
The event that put Dusty Bottoms (and dare we say Modesto) on the map is back!! The Beer Mile is 5280 feet of pure awesomeness. Chug a beer, run a lap, repeat!There are many races that define a...
11
SEP
20

Merced, CA
• 28.1 miles
$32 -$36
Race Location Fahrens Park Disc Golf Course3400 San Lorenzo WayMerced, CA 95348 Lace up those running shoes for the fourth Gateway to Yosemite 5K/10K on September 20, 2026! Fahrens Park offers a...
1K 5K 10K
SEP
26

Modesto, CA
• 46.9 miles
$20 -$55
🏃‍♂️ One Mile & 5K Fun Run/Walk 🏃‍♀️Benefiting Scouting America Join us for a fun-filled run/walk in support of Scouting America! Whether you're walking, jogging, or racing to the finish line,...
1m 5K
73
SEP
26

Turlock, CA
• 1.7 miles
$40 -$45
This is our 11th annual event. We do this event to raise awareness about human trafficking and what the Set Free Movement is doing to combat it and to raise funds for this cause. Our local team...
5K
35
OCT
3

Atwater, CA
• 23.2 miles
$35 -$55
Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026, for an unforgettable experience at the historic Castle Air Museum in Atwater, California. Lace up your running shoes and bring the whole family for a...
2K 5K
17
OCT
4

Modesto, CA
• 46.9 miles
$50 -$120
Annual memorial run honoring fallen peace officers, held the first Sunday of October in Stanislaus County.
5K Half Marathon
57
OCT
10

Riverbank, CA
• 0.9 miles
$25 -$65
7:45AM--1 Mile – Flat loop around neighborhood 8:15AM-- 5K—Gently rolling residential tree-lined course    8:15AM-- 10K—Gently rolling residential streets, two loop course   (90 minute cut off...
1m 5K 10K
73
OCT
11

Aromas, CA
• 48.1 miles
$25 -$30
You're Invited to join us for Rock & Run 2026 on Roctober 11! October 11, 2026Rock and Run describes the unique experience that awaits you as you meander through a 125 year-old, environmentally...
5K
18
OCT
17

Merced, CA
• 23.5 miles
$25 -$40
Complete the Paws on Patrol K-9 Heroes Series!  Love running for a great cause?  Take on the Paws on Patrol K-9 Heroes Series by participating in both Paws on Patrol events!   Paws on Patrol 5K ...
1m 5K 10K
20
OCT
24

Hollister, CA
• 43.5 miles
$30 -$55
Winery 5K with souvenir wine glass, finisher medal, and a pour of wine at the finish
5K
25
NOV
15

Morgan Hill, CA
• 50.5 miles
$25 -$60
Annual 5K/10K walk/run and 1-mile kids run in Morgan Hill, CA benefiting Operation Freedom Paws.
1m 5K 10K
30
DEC
3

Four Corners Monument, NM (Navajo Nation)
• 28.9 miles
A challenging trail race near the Four Corners Monument, this event offers multiple distances through rugged terrain and scenic desert landscapes. It is popular among trail runners seeking a...
Half Marathon Marathon
50