
From the Organizer
The BRAVE RACE is hosted by The Joyful Child Foundation - In Memory of Samantha Runnion (55-0794474).
The Joyful Child Foundation is dedicated to preventing crimes against children through programs that educate, empower, and unite families and communities.
Your participation benefits The Joyful Child's Be Brave-Be Safe Empowerment Programs.
You can choose to participate virtually or join us in person at Wolverine Stadium in Aliso Viejo, CA on Sunday, February 28, 2027
Participants can walk or run a 1K, 5K, 10K.
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
68°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laguna Beach, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
727 ft
Nearest Airport
SNA
John Wayne Orange County International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
Coming Up
2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race
3 miles away
Freedom Run on the Ranch - 20th Anniversary
5 miles away
IRVINE 4th of July-Red, White, & Blue 5k & 1 Mile
9 miles away
Splash Dash 5k (& Dry Run 5k) at Wild Rivers in Irvine
8 miles 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)
10th Annual BRAVE Race 2027
Feb 28, 2027