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Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K

Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K is a running race on August 15, 2026 in Idyllwild, CA, with entry fees from $5 to $70.

Date
August 15, 2026 (23 days to go)
Price
$5–$70
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join us for the return of the historic Idyllwild 5K/10K! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a great walk for a fun community event, experience breathtaking mountain views, fresh air, and a challenging course. Look on Strava for the Idyllwild Strong Course 5 K. 

Events

5k Run$40
5K Fitness Walk$40
Mayor Max 6 legged Race on a leash$50
5K and 10K Dual racer$70
10k Run$50
Kids Run$5

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

86°

Typical Low

56°

Chance of Rain

9%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Idyllwild Fire Dept, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:08 AMSunset 7:33 PMDaylight 13h 24m

Host City

About Idyllwild, CA

City Elevation

5,611 ft

Nearest Airport

PSP

Palm Springs International Airport · 14 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

23

Days to train

Race
Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K
Date
August 15, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Idyllwild 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K?+
Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K is a running race held in Idyllwild, California on August 15, 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 Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K?+
Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Idyllwild, California at 54300 Village Center Dr. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Idyllwild Race 5K / 10K

Aug 15, 2026

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