What race distances can I run in Palm Springs?
Palm Springs has 5K (5). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Palm Springs, California
Upcoming running races in and near Palm Springs, California - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
6 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Palm Springs races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 17, 2026Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge Palm Springs, CAFrom $49Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Palm Springs Pride 5K Run & Walk Palm Springs, CAFrom $25Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Palm Springs WILD TURKEY TROT 5K Palm Springs, CAFrom $45Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026JINGLE PAWS 5K & ELF DASH Palm Springs, CAFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Santa Runs Palm Springs Palm Springs, CAFrom $35Details Sat, Jan 23, 2027Palm Springs Health Run & Wellness Expo Palm Springs, CAFrom $40Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Palm Springs
When is race season in Palm Springs?
November is the busiest month for races in Palm Springs, with 2 of the 6, followed by December with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Palm Springs?
5 of the 6 races in Palm Springs already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Palm Springs races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Palm Springs with published results, the typical median finish is around 38:05, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Palm Springs?
Browse Palm Springs run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.