2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Kid's Race
From the Organizer
The Annual Laguna Niguel Family YMCA Run in the Parks is back! We are excited to celebrate the 47th year of this beloved community and family tradition in honor of Independence Day. This year, participants can choose between a 5K run and a Kids Run. Every race entry directly benefits the YMCA’s scholarship fund, which helps ensure access to YMCA programs for individuals and families most in need throughout our community. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters and events like this one, the Y continues to provide critical scholarships and remain a place of support, connection, and opportunity for all. The Y is here for you, for the community, and for good.
Register by 6/15/26 to guarantee your race shirt size. All registration after this date will be first come first serve on available race shirt sizes.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
78°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laguna Beach, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Laguna Niguel, CA
Population
64,023
as of 2023
Elevation
390 ft
Nearest Airport
SNA
John Wayne Orange County International Airport · 14 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race
- Date
- July 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race?
- 2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race is a running race held in Laguna Niguel, California on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Laguna Niguel, California at 29831 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 YMCA Run in the Parks 5K & Kid's Race
Jul 4, 2026