Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run for Depression Awareness is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Simi Valley, CA.
From the Organizer
The Free Clinic of Simi Valley is hosting its annual Fredrick Michael Gibson Run/Walk for Depression Awareness. An event for the whole family offering a flat course for a 5K/10K, Half Marathon and Kids Fun Run where walkers, strollers and dogs on leash are welcome. Cash prizes are awarded for the top Female & Male runners in each of the categories, while all participants are rewarded with a swag bag and a delicious pancake breakfast. Free flu shots and an opportunity to donate blood are also available.
Beyond the fun of the race itself, the goal of this event is to raise awareness and break the stigma surrounding depression, and support others to get life-saving mental health services. Proceeds from the event benefit all programs of the Free Clinic of Simi Valley that support mental health. The Fredrick Michael Gibson Run for Depression Awareness aims to stop the silent suffering of those with depression and invites participants to walk, run, and heal together.
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
86°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
5%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Woodland Hills Pierce College, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
125,769
as of 2023
City Elevation
904 ft
Nearest Airport
BUR
Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport · 23 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.
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Fredrick Michael Gibson 5K/10K & Half Marathon Walk/Run for Depression Awareness
Oct 11, 2026