Eureka Schools Foundation Granite Bay 5K/10K
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Location
- 1 Grizzly Way, Granite Bay, CA
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K · Paid Pacer & more
From the Organizer
18th Annual Eureka Schools Foundation Granite Bay 5K
Run for Our Schools. Run for Our Community.
Join us for an electric morning of fitness and fun on Sunday, September 13th, 2026! With over 1,000 participants cheering and running together, this is Granite Bay’s premier community event. Whether you're chasing a personal best in the 10K or enjoying a stroll with the family in the 5K, every step you take supports the Eureka Schools Foundation (ESF).
Stick around after your race to explore our Sponsor Zone, featuring local vendors, games, face painting, balloon twisting, and live music from the local favorite band, MalPractice_916!
Race Options & Pricing
Event
Early Bird Pricing!
Until June 4
June 5 – Sept 5
Sept 6 – Race Day
Awards & Notes
10K Run
$45
$50
$55
Top 3 Male & Female
5K Run/Walk
$40
$45
$50
Top 3 Overall & Age Groups
¼ Mile Kids Race
$30
$35
$40
Ribbon & Pizza Coupon
Sideline Supporter
$20
$20
$20
Donate & attend (no race)
Paid Pacer
$15
$20
$25
Accompany a runner (no time)
Special Offer: Runners aged 10 & under registered for the 5K can run the ¼ mile for FREE!
EUSD Staff: Please register with your district email and use your provided coupon code.
Note: Online registration includes a small convenience surcharge to cover processing fees.
The Race Day Experience
Star Power: Warm-ups led by Olympic Gold Medalist Lashawn Merritt and Drew Nelson from Mind Over Matter.
Live Entertainment: Music along the course and a main stage performance by MalPractice_916.
Fuel Up: Jamba Juice smoothies, breakfast and treats, and coffee from Pourch Co.
Sponsor Zone: Interactive games, giveaways, and family activities.
Schedule & Logistics
Bib Pickup (Highly Recommended)
Saturday, Sept 12th (9 AM – 3 PM): Holt Ortho, 9233 Sierra College Blvd. #150, Roseville.
You may pick up bibs for friends and family!
Sunday, Sept 13th (7 AM – 8 AM): Limited morning-of pickup at Granite Bay High School.
Race Day Schedule (Sept 13th)
8:15 AM: Warm-ups begin
8:30 AM: 10K & 5K Start (Chip Timed)
10:00 AM: ¼ Mile (Ages 7 & Under)
10:15 AM: ¼ Mile (Ages 8–10)
10:30 AM: Awards Ceremony
Parking & Safety
Parking is available at Granite Bay High School. Please note that roads are not closed; participants must obey pedestrian laws and stay to the shoulder. 10K runners will complete two laps of the course. Strollers are welcome but are asked to start at the back for safety.
What’s Included with Your Entry
Commemorative T-Shirt: Short-sleeve shirt included. Size guaranteed only if registered by August 24th and picked up on Saturday.
Chip Timing: Professional timing for 10K and 5K participants.
Finisher Ribbons: For all participants to celebrate their achievement!
Ready to make a difference?
Questions? Contact us at FundRun@eurekaschoolsfoundation.org
Thank you to our Title Sponsor: Holt Ortho
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
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.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Eureka Schools Foundation Granite Bay 5K/10K?
- Eureka Schools Foundation Granite Bay 5K/10K is a running event held in Granite Bay, CA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Eureka Schools Foundation Granite Bay 5K/10K?
- Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Granite Bay, CA at 1 Grizzly Way, Granite Bay, CA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Eureka Schools Foundation Granite Bay 5K/10K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Eureka Schools Foundation Granite Bay 5K/10K
Sep 13, 2026