Dash For De'Jah Annual 5K
Dash For De'Jah Annual 5K is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Oakland, CA, with an entry fee of $75.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Location
- Lake Merritt, Oakland, CA
- Price
- $75
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Welcome to 5th Annual Dash for De'Jah 5K! This is unique event not only is meant to memorialize De'Jah, a college athlete and advocate for all, but somthing so much deeper than that.
The Dash for De'Jah Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting purpose-driven college students through financial assistance, faith-based mentorship, and resources for healthy living. Participate in our annual 5k run and learn about our $10,000 scholarship for college tuition.
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
75°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
4%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oakland Museum, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Oakland, CA
Population
438,072
as of 2023
City Elevation
107 ft
Nearest Airport
OAK
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Dash For De'Jah Annual 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Oakland than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running
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Dash For De'Jah Annual 5K
Sep 19, 2026