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Alameda Island Running Festival

Date
September 20, 2026
Distance
Island Half Marathon · Island 10K Run · Island 5k Run / Walk presented by Penumbra & more

From the Organizer

We are back for another year of racing with our start and end on Alameda Point. The race start and finish will be right outside City Hall West with the Health and Wellness expo presented by Alameda Health Systems on the grass overlooking the port of Oakland
As with all of our events, a portion of our registrations will be donated to our Beneficiary Alameda Education Foundation. you can read more about them from our direct links below:
 
Race Weekend Packet Pick Up:
  • Thursday and Friday September 17th and 18th : Lauren's Closet 1420 Park St, Alameda, Ca. 94501
    • 10:00am - 6:00pm * we encourage you to get your BIB and shirt early and sleep in race morning! 
  • Saturday 1:00pm - 5:00pm Race Start/Finish Expo 950 West Mall Drive, Alameda, Ca. 94501
  • Sunday: 6:30am - 8:15am Race Start/Finish Expo 950 West Mall Drive, Alameda, Ca. 94501
 
Race Events and Schedule: 
  • Saturday: 
    • Hella Bae Running 5k and 1 Mile Shake-out run presented by Skechers : 1:00pm
    • Yoga on the grass presented by Breathing Room Studio
  • Sunday 
    • Half Marathon: 7:30am
    • 10K: 8:00am 
    • 5k Presented by Penumbra: 8:15am
    • Family Fun Run: 10:00am
 
Race Timing and Restrictions:

the Island Running Festival is a chip-timed event.  Participants can run, jog or walk the entire course. 
Jogging strollers are permitted but are asked to start in the back of the pack.  Wheelchair athletes are permitted but due to safety concerns and street closure restrictions cannot travel faster than the fastest runner.   No bikes, scooters, skateboards or other wheeled vehicles are allowed. Dogs are not allowed on our race courses.  We love dogs, but there are those who are not so comfortable around them and there are also dogs that are uncomfortable around hundreds of other people, therefore NO DOGS ALLOWED on the course or at the finish line.

We will provide bike parking for those of you that prefer to bike to the event. See the race website for more details. 

 

Medical and Water Stops:

We will have a dedicated paramedics team on site and available to help assess your race day medical needs and administer acute first aid when necessary. A medical station will be located near the finish line and team members will be roaming the course. 
Water Stops: see maps page for more info
  • Half: Mile 2, 5.5 & 11
  • 10k: Mile 2, 5.5
  • 5k: Mile  2 & 2.5 
 
Volunteers:
We can always use volunteers and it takes the support or our community and friends to make these events successful. if you are interested in learning more visit our website and volunteer support page or reach out to info@outfrontendurance.com 
 

Distances & Pricing

Island Half Marathon7:30 AMRegister →
Island 10K Run8 AMRegister →
Island 5k Run / Walk presented by Penumbra8:15 AMRegister →
1 Mile Family Fun Run10 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Alameda Island Running Festival?
Alameda Island Running Festival is a running event held in Alameda, CA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Alameda Island Running Festival?
Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Alameda, CA at 950 West Mall Drive, Alameda, CA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Alameda Island Running Festival?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Alameda Island Running Festival

Sep 20, 2026

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