What race distances can I run in San Jose?
San Jose has 5K (12), 10K (6), Half Marathon (3). 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 San Jose, California
Upcoming running races in and near San Jose, California - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
13 upcoming races · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The San Jose races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 5, 2026NIGHT NATION RUN - SAN JOSE San Jose, CAFrom $35Details Sun, Sep 20, 202610th Annual SJVRC ONE MILE FOR ONE CHILD San Jose, CAFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026AFNA Walk & Run - SF Bay Area San Jose, CAFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Reentry Resource Center’s Rise Up and Run 5K San Jose, CAFrom $41Details Sat, Oct 31, 20262026 Día de los Muertos Run-Walk San Jose, CAFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026ZombieRunner Halloween San Jose, CAFrom $25Details Sat, Nov 7, 20263rd Annual Celebration Of Life 5K/Kids Run/Walk San Jose, CAFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026CUHSD ED Foundation: HERO 5K San Jose, CAFrom $50Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot San Jose, CAFrom $40Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Zoom Turkey Trot San Jose, CAFrom $25Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Silicon Valley Santa Run San Jose, CAFrom $40Details Thu, Dec 31, 2026New Year's One Day San Jose, CAFrom $90Details Sat, May 29, 2027Beer City Half™ San Jose San Jose, CAFrom $30Details
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 San Jose
When is race season in San Jose?
October is the busiest month for races in San Jose, with 4 of the 13, followed by November with 4. 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 San Jose?
9 of the 13 races in San Jose 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 San Jose races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 races in San Jose with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:28, 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 San Jose?
Browse San Jose run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near San Jose?
Yes, 2 races around San Jose get you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race, and 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.