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Global Run Culture & Storytelling Event on April 18
Join fellow runners in San Francisco for a run culture and storytelling meetup event!
Ten years ago issue #1 of Like the Wind (LtW) magazine was launched to inspire a global run community. A decade later and the magazine is still committed to telling stories that explore running culture around the world.
To celebrate the milestones of 10 years and 40 editions of the magazine, we are touring the US uncovering reasons Why We Run from LtW readers and runners around the country.
We've teamed up with the Morning Shakeout and Run Local Events in San Francisco, CA to host an evening of global run culture and connect with local runners in the area. Please join us for a live recording of Mario Fraioli's Morning Shakeout podcast as well as an evening of meeting up with fellow runners.
What will happen on the night:
5pm - door open. You can drop bags at the venue
5:30 - easy-pace guided run for 45 minutes
6:30 - live Podcast recording starts
9pm - end of the evening
Location: Ocean Plant, 800 Great Highway San Francisco, CA 94121
Discounts
Would you like to offer a race discount to the SF Runs community? Send an e-mail to leonard@sfruns.com
Save $15 at IPA 10K Races (April 20)
Members of the SF Runs community can save 10% at the IPA 10K races. This will be on April 20, 2024 at the Barlow in Sebastopol. You can choose from the IPA10K, 3K, Half Marathon (new), Brewfest and Beer Mile.
To receive this discount use code "RUNCLUN10". Learn more and register at https://IPA10K.com
Save $5 at the Jim Tracy 5K (April 28)
Members of the SF Runs community can save $5 at the Jim Tracy 5K, Walk and Roll to Cure ALS, which takes place on April 28. To receive this discount use code "RUNJT5K24". Learn more and sign-up at jimtracy5K.org
Save 10% at the Bay Bridge Half-Marathon (May 5)
Members of the SF Runs community can save 10% at the Bay Bridge Half Marathon which take place in Oakland on May 5. To receive this discount use code "SFRUN10". Learn more and sign-up at https://baybridgehalf.com
Save 15% at the New Patagonia 5K (May 5)
.Join Patagonia San Francisco and Excelsior Running Club on May 5th for the inaugural 5K Championship and Kid's Mile around Blue Heron Lake in Golden Gate Park!
The 5K is part of the Pacific Association-USA Track & Field (PA USAT&F) Road Short Course Grand Prix Series. This event is open to the entire running community and will include an elite field and prize money. The Kid's Mile is for children ages 12 and under.
Members of the SF Runs community can save 15% with discount use code "SFRuns15". Learn more and sign-up here.
Save $5 at the 103rd Statuto Race (June 2, 2024)
Members of the SF Runs community can save $5 at the 103rd Statuto Race, which is produced the San Francisco Italian Club (SFIAC) Foundation. This iconic race starts and finishes in North Beach and you can choose from a 2 mile walk or 8K run.
To receive this discount use code "sfruns24". Learn more and register at https://statutorace.com
Save 15% at the San Francisco Marathon Events
Members of the SF Runs community can save 15% at the San Francisco Marathon weekend of races (July 27 - 28, 2024). Distances include marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K.
To receive this discount use code "SFRUNS15". This code should be entered in the "Have a Discount or Promo Code?" box on step 6 of the registraton process. Learn more and sign-up at https://thesfmarathon.com.
Save 10% at the SF Giant Race (August 18)
Members of the SF Runs community can save 10% at the popular and fun SF Giant Race, which take place on August 18. To receive this discount use code "SFRUN10". Learn more and sign-up at https://race-sfgiants.com/race_event/san-francisco/
Save 10% at the Marin Endurance Festival (October 26-27)
Members of the SF Runs community can save 10% at the Marin Endurance Festival, which take place on October 26-27. To receive this discount use code "SFRUN10". Learn more and sign-up at https://marinendurancefest.com/
Save 10% at the Oakland Turkey Trot (November 28)
Members of the SF Runs community can save 10% at the Oakland Turkey Trot, which take place on November 28. To receive this discount use code "SFRUN10". Learn more and sign-up at https://oaklandturkeytrot.org
SF Bay Area Race Calendar
We list all types of running races, including 5K, 10K, half marathons, and marathons. Submit your event listing to leonard@sfruns.com
Upcoming Races
- Apr. 20 - St Edward 60th Anniversary 5K - Fremont
- Apr. 20 - Sierra Azul Trail Challenge - San Jose
- Apr. 20 - Badger Cove Half Marathon - Livermore
- Apr. 20 - Loop The Lagoon - Vacaville
- Apr. 21 - Mori Point 7K - Pacifica
- Apr. 21 - Alameda Hospital Foundation 10K / 5K - Alameda
- Apr. 21 - Horseshoe Lake Trail Run - La Honda
- Apr. 21 - My Heart Counts 5K & Kids Fun Run - Stanford
- Apr. 27 - Run with the Warriors: MSJHS Charity Race - Fremont
- Apr. 27 - New Haven Schools Foundation Fun Run - Union City
- Apr. 27 - Lam Research Heart & Soles Run - Santa Clara
- Apr. 27 - FinFit Life 5K Fitness Challenge - Santa Clara
- Apr. 27 - Bay Area Community Health Superheroes Run - San Jose
- Apr. 27 - Mt. Tam Wild Boar Half Marathon & 10K - Mill Valley
- Apr. 28 - Jim Tracy 5K, Walk and Roll to Cure ALS - SF
- Apr. 28 - Presidio YMCA Trail Run - SF
- Apr. 28 - Coastal Trail Challenge 10K - SF
- Apr. 28 - LMJS Fourth Sunday Race - Oakland
- Apr. 28 - 8th Annual Foster5K & Kids Dash - San Jose
- Apr. 28 - Napa Spring Half Marathon and 5K - Napa
- Apr. 28 - Om Run - Los Gatos
- Apr. 28 - Pleasanton Run for Education - Pleasanton
- May 4 - Our Heritage 5K 2024 - SF
- May 4 - Healing Hearts Walk/Run/MOVE! for Suicide Prevention - Oakland
- May 5 - Patagonia 5K - SF
- May 5 - Bay Bridge Half Marathon - Oakland
- May 11 - Pathways Run/Walk 2024 - Los Altos Hills
- May 12 - Shannon Rowbury's Mother's Day 5K FUN|RUNch - SF
- June 1 - Marin Mile - San Anselmo
- June 2 - 103rd Statuto Race - SF
- June 11: Bob Shor Summer Track Series Meet #1 - Santa Rosa
- June 25: Bob Shor Summer Track Series Meet #2 - Santa Rosa
- July 9: Bob Shor Summer Track Series Meet #3 - Santa Rosa
- Aug. 18 - Giant Race - SF
- Sept. 14 - Napa Valley Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS - Napa Valley
- Oct. 26-27 - Marin Endurance Festival (Triathlon + Run) - McNears Beach
- Nov. 28 - Oakland Turkey Trot - Oakland
Other Resources
BAY AREA RACE ORGANIZERS
A Runner's Mind Productions / Bay Trailrunners / Brazen Racing / Buzzword Productions / Coastal Trail Runs / CSE West / DSE Runners / Envirosports / Inside Trail / Mascot Sports / Motiv Running / On Your Mark Events / Oakland Run Co. / Outfront Endurance / Pacific Coast Trail Runs / Run Local Events / RhodyCo. / Scena Performance / Titanium Racing / Troy's California Trail Runs / Urban Coyote Racing / Wolf Pack Events
OTHER CALENDARS
Active.com / Ultra Signup / Running in the USA / USATF Pacific / Cal Half & Full Marathon Series / RunSignUp / Eventbrite / WestCoastRunningCalendar.com
RACE PHOTOGRAPHY
Facchino Photography / MarathonFoto / PhotoRun / PrettySporty
Explore Bay Area Running Clubs
Explore the vibrant community of local running groups. For any updates please email leonard@sfruns.com.
Group Run Directory
To add your group to this list send an e-mail to leonard@sfruns.com
Free weekly group runs from select stores
Sports Basement has begun resuming their free community runs. Runs are available at the following stores. View their calendar for complete details.
- Campbell Run Group - Thursday at 5:30pm
- Presidio Run Group - Wednesday at 6pm
- San Ramon Run Group - Thursday at 6:30pm
- Sunnyvale Run Group - Tuesday at 6pm
- Walnut Creek Run Group - Monday at 6pm
Free weekly group runs from their SF and Burlingame stores.
A Runner's Mind offers the following free group activities:
- Monday night @ 5:30 pm - Walking group - SF
- Thursday night @ 6:30 pm - Group run - SF and Burlingame
- Tuesday @ 6:30 pm - Speed workout - Burlingame
- Wednesday @ 6:00 pm - Walking group - Burlingame
Visit their website for address and other information.
SF Runs Gear
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SF Running Stores
- A Runner's Mind - SF, Burlingame, Los Altos, Los Gatos, Lafayette
- Berkeley Running Company - Berkeley
- Forward Motion Sports - Danville
- Lululemon Athletica - Multiple locations in the SF Bay Area
- Niketown - 278 Post Street, SF
- On The Run - 1310 9th Avenue, SF
- Renegade Running - Oakland
- Road Runner Sports - Multiple locations
- Running Revolution - Campbell
- San Francisco Running Company - Marin
- Sports Basement - Multiple locations in the SF Bay Area
- Transports - Berkeley + Oakland
- ZombieRunner - Palo Alto
SF Bay Area Running Routes
Maps & More!
This is a list of free maps and running routes. More coming soon!
- Bay Area - San Francisco Bay Trail (Maps), Bay Area Ridge Trail (Maps)
- SF - Kezar Stadium, Golden Gate Park, Presidio of San Francisco (Maps)
- Marin - Marin Headlands (Map), GGNRA - Official Map & Guide, GGNRA Trails
- East Bay - East Bay Regional Park District (Maps)
- South Bay - List of runs (via Stanford Running Club), Stevens Creek Trail, San Jose Trail Network
- Tracks - List of Track and Field Facilities (via USATF Pacific)
SF Bay Area Running Clubs & Groups
Do you have a club to submit? Send it to leonard@sfruns.com
Run Clubs
- Anti-Racist Run Club
- Asics Aggies Running Club
- Back On My Feet San Francisco
- Bay Area Track Club
- BayBirds Racing Team
- BayTrailrunners
- BV Run Club
- Castro Valley Track Club
- Dirt Dog Trail Runners
- DSE Runners
- Empire Runners Club
- Electric Athletic Club
- Excelsior Running Club
- Forward Motion Race Club
- Golden Gate Running Club
- Half Full Running Club
- Hella Bae Running
- Impala Racing Team
- Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders
- Non-Binary Run Club SF
- OH! Run Club
- Palo Alto Run Club
- Pacific West Track Club - San Francisco
- Pacifica Runners
- Pamakids
- Run-Way
- SF FrontRunners
- SF Hash House Harriers
- SF Midnight Runners
- SF Road Runners Club
- Silicone Valley Hash House Harriers
- South Valley Running Club
- San Jose Viet Running Club
- Strawberry Canyon Track Club
- Tamalpa Runners
- USA Fit San Francisco
- USA Fit East Bay
- WeRunSF
- West Valley Track Club
- Women's Run Club East Bay
- Other lists: USATF Pacific, RRCA, Running in the USA
Meetups
- SF Runs
- Let's Run SF Bay Area
- SF Fun Run
- San Francisco Trail Runners
- San Francisco Cow Hollow / Marina Running Group
- Marin Running Club
- Rincon Park Running Group
- Sonoma Running Community
- Petaluma Running Meetup
- Barefoot & Free Trail Running Club
- lululemon athletica Cow Hollow Run Club
- Go Far Run Group
- Mid-Peninsula Running Club
- Stevens Creek Striders: Cupertino Trail Running
- Peninsula Trail Running
- Lafayette/Walnut Creek Running Group
- PARC - Palo Alto Run Club
- A Runner's Mind Running Club
- San Carlos Women's Running Meetup
- The Run Team - East Contra Costa
- Lake Merritt Running Group
- San Francisco Cow Hollow / Marina Running Group
- Ladies Run San Francisco
- Mountain View Area Run Club
- Berkeley Running Club
- Go WOW Team Run, Walk, and Run/Walk Club SF Bay Area
- Coyote Hills Run Club
- Fleet Feet Pleasanton Race Club
- East Bay Beer Runners
- San Francisco FrontRunners
- SF Urban Trail Runners
- The Social Running/Hiking Group
- Bay Area Runners
- Runsploring
- Alameda Running and Walking Club
Facebook Groups
- SF Runs
- Bay Area Back of the Pack
- Beer Bucket Run (page)
- Dirt Dog Trail Runners
- DSE Runners
- Exelsior Running Club
- Forward Motion Race Club
- FMRC Ultra Runners
- Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders
- Martinez Beavers Run Club
- Pamakids Runners Club
- Salomon Run Club Bay Area
- Tamalpa Runners
- TriValley Running Club
- Monday Track Group in Walnut Creek
- Stanford Running Club
- WeRunSF
Other Running Groups
- Running to the Mat (Running + Yoga)
- Corporate Run/Walk EventsPromote health & wellness at your company event or conference!
SF Runs has experience producing high-quality, enjoyable group run/walk events for conferences and corporate events. Adding a group run/walk is a great way to provide participants with a healthy and memorable team-building experience!
SF Runs handles all logistics (including route design) and provides staffing to support runners and walkers of all paces and backgrounds. SF Runs can support events throughout the greater Bay Area.
For a free consultation send an e-mail to events@sfruns.com
About
SF Runs is dedicated to promoting safe, healthy, and inclusive running in the SF Bay Area. Among its contributions, SF Runs has hosted more than 100 free community group runs since its founding in 2016.
SF Runs was founded by Leonard Adler, an avid runner who has helped produce in-person and virtual running events and has running coaching certifications with the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) and VDOT 02. Leonard has raced distances from 5K to the marathon.
For questions or partnership inquiries send an e-mail to leonard@sfruns.com. Thanks!
- Remembering Hanako (Hana) Abe
At SF Runs we remember Hanako (Hana) Abe, who passed away at age 27 as a result of a hit-and-run that took place on December 31, 2020. Hana loved running and had run with SF Runs previously.
Hana embodied resilience, bravery, and hope. Hana grew up in Fukushima, Japan, where her family survived the Japanese earthquake and nuclear disaster. Despite this tragedy, Hana continued doing her best in pursuit of her dreams. The fruits of her labors were being accepted to the University of Central Arkansas where she developed a passion for computer science.
Upon graduating, Hana moved to San Francisco in 2018 where she started pursuing her dream as a data engineer. She always had the warmest smile and made friends wherever she went.
On top of being far away from her family, Hana shouldered an enormous amount of responsibility with her father having an aortic dissection and mother’s battle with lung cancer. Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Hana continued to display resilience and optimism about the future.
To honor Hana’s memory SF Runs organized a virtual Run for Hanako in January 2021 in partnership with some of Hana’s friends, who launched a GoFundMe to assist her family.
Hana's family and friends were moved by people from around the world who shared heartfelt messages and beautiful photos from their Run for Hanako activities. Although the Run for Hanako has concluded we will continue to remember Hana and know that her spirit will be with us always.#runforhanako
Hana with SF Runs on May 7, 2019
Run for Hanako photo by Jens Windau (Koko Crater, Hawaii)
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