
From the Organizer
🎉🌅 Join me on my birthday weekend for a magical morning of fun! We're combining a little run/walk, sunrise stretching, crafting, and tasty snacks to support the Lupus Society of Illinois and kick off training for the Chicago Marathon 2026. Our theme is "Once Upon a Run," so come dressed as your favorite fairy tale character! Whether you're a prince, princess, troll, witch, or even an enchanted frog—everyone is welcome to join this whimsical adventure! Let’s make memories and spread some joy while making a difference together. Can't wait to see you there!✨🏃♀️🧚♂️🍰
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
95°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fresno Yosemite Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
122,719
as of 2023
Elevation
368 ft
Nearest Airport
FAT
Fresno Yosemite International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Coming Up
The Big Run presented by Brooks
Less than a mile away
9/11 Run to Remember
Less than a mile away
The Aloha Run
Less than a mile away
Oktoberfest 5K
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Once Upon a Run
Jun 28, 2026