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Sugar Daddy Race-Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita, United States
June 19, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
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10K Road Races in California
22 verified events with 97 individual races (4 confirmed dates) in California complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events224 confirmed dates
Competitions97Races & courses
Distances1 - 113.1 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,020 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
San Francisco Marathon
San Francisco, United States
July 24, 2027 to July 25, 2027Date confirmed
84.3 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km+1
City RunSeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonTrail Running
Wildflower Triathlon
Bradley, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113.14 km51.5 km25.5 km20 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+4
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningObstacle Course RacingWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Oakland Marathon
Oakland, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Charity RunCity Run+2
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Marathon Mountains 2 Beach
Ventura, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Seaside & CoastMountain+3
Photo: NPS · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningOther Disciplines
Redondo Beach Super 10K
Redondo Beach, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Santa Rosa Marathon
Santa Rosa, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunMulti-Day
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
IPA10K Brewfest & Beer Mile
Sebastopol, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km3 km
FestiveCity Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2027 | Sugar Daddy Race-Santa Clarita | Santa Clarita, California, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2027 - Jul 25, 2027 | San Francisco Marathon | San Francisco, California, US | Road Running | 84.3 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Wildflower Triathlon | Bradley, California, US | TriathlonTrail Running | 113.14 km51.5 km25.5 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | Oakland Marathon | Oakland, California, US | Road RunningObstacle Course Racing | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon Mountains 2 Beach | Ventura, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Redondo Beach Super 10K | Redondo Beach, California, US | Road RunningOther Disciplines | 10 km5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Santa Rosa Marathon | Santa Rosa, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | IPA10K Brewfest & Beer Mile | Sebastopol, California, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Death Valley Marathon | Furnace Creek, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | California Classic Half Marathon | Fresno, California, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Nail the Rail | Sashta Lake, California, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Avenue des Géants | Crescent City, California, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The 10K is one of the world most popular road racing distances, balancing sustained threshold speed with smart pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this 10K Road Races in California directory, RunningCompass curates 22 events comprising 97 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 113.1 km and elevation gains up to +1,020 m. Key host locations include Santa Clarita, San Francisco, Bradley, Oakland. Notable events in this selection include Sugar Daddy Race-Santa Clarita, San Francisco Marathon, Wildflower Triathlon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under 10K Road Races in California?
This overview currently includes 22 verified events featuring 97 individual races. Of these, 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 18 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in 10K Road Races in California?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 113.1 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +1,020 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Triathlon, Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in 10K Road Races in California?
Top host locations include Santa Clarita, San Francisco, Bradley, Oakland, Ventura. Representative events in the catalog include Sugar Daddy Race-Santa Clarita, San Francisco Marathon, Wildflower Triathlon, Oakland Marathon. The 10K is one of the world most popular road racing distances, balancing sustained threshold speed with smart pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for 10K Road Races in California?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 97 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.