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5K (3.1 Miles)

$45
($39: Ages 1 - 17)
Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT

10K (6.2 miles)

$50
($44: Ages 1 - 17)
Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT

2 Mile Family Run or Walk (Untimed)

$40
($34: Ages 1 - 17)
Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT

Kids' Challenge (1/4 mile, Ages 10 and Under)

$20 Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT
Open to ages 10 and under.

5K - PUSD Employee

$22.50 Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT

10K - PUSD Employee

$25 Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT

2 Mile - PUSD Employee

$22.50 Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT

Virtual Participant

$45 Price increases after April 1, 2024 at 11:59pm PDT

Race Website

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Description

April 28, 2024

The Pleasanton Run for Education presented by Workday is an event designed for the entire community. Our 12th Annual event will offers four distances: a 2 Mile, a 5K (3.1 mile) Run or Walk, 10K (6.2 Mile) Run or Walk, and a non competitive Kids' 1/4 Mile Challenge (3-10 years).  The 2 Mile, 5K and 10K are stroller and walker-friendly events. (Note: 10K entrants have 1 hour 45 minutes to complete the course). 

DATE –  April 28, 2024
LOCATION - Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA 94566
START TIMES  - 10K - 7:50am; 5K/2 Mile - 8:00am; Kids Challenge - 9:15am
Note: Late starts are not permitted as roadways must reopen to traffic promptly. Please arrive at the start/finish area at least one hour early to ensure you do not miss the start.

2 Mile, 5K, 10K & ENTRY INCLUDES

Race entry includes a short sleeve cotton t-shirt (option to upgrade to a moisture-wicking t-shirt), race timing (5K/10K), commemorative bib number, eligibility for age group and overall awards (5K/10K), finisher medal, and post-race refreshments. All ages are welcome to participate in these three divisions; there is no minimum age. Age divisions for awards for the 5K will be: 7 and Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Age divisions for the 10K will be 11 and Under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. The top three finishers per gender (male, female, nonbinary) will be awarded a medal to commemorate their top finish in their age division. Age group awards will be based on net (elapsed) time. Overall winners (top finisher per gender across the finish line) will be recognized based on Gun Time. The 2 Mile will not be timed and no awards will be presented. 

KIDS' CHALLENGE ENTRY INCLUDES

The Kids' Challenge is a 1/4 mile fun run (no times or places kept) for children ages 3 to 10. Entry includes a short sleeve t-shirt, commemorative bib number, finisher medal, and post-race refreshments.  Start Time: 9:15 am.

PLEASANTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All staff employed by the PUSD are offered a reduced-rate entry. Those registering with PUSD pricing ("PUSD 5K," "PUSD 10K," or "PUSD 2 Mile" categories) must show their PUSD ID Badge at Packet Pick Up to receive bib and t-shirt. If registering on race weekend, must bring ID badge to register. We kindly ask all PUSD employees to register before 4/20 if possible, for a smoother registration process for everyone.

PACKET PICK UP

Race packet pick up will be held on Saturday, April 27th at Amador Valley High School from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Race day pick up will also be available from 6:30 am onwards, near the finish line at Alameda County Fairgrounds. Plan on arriving at registration at least an hour early if picking up your bib (or registering) on event day (allow additional time for parking). ID is not required to pick up packets and you may pick up for friends or family.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Place

Alameda County Fairgrounds, Gate 12

Presenting Sponsor

Kids Challenge Sponsor

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Directions

Alameda County Fairgrounds, Gate 12

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