Race for the Arts 5K
Race for the Arts 5K is a running race on August 22, 2026 in Sacramento, CA, with entry fees from $25 to $43.
- Date
- August 22, 2026 (31 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$43
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the 27th annual Race for the Arts, benefiting California nonprofit performing, literary, cultural, and visual arts organizations and school music, literary, drama, and art programs. Enjoy the shady racecourse at William Land Park. Come out for the exercise or run or walk to support your favorite program.
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
92°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sacramento Executive Ap.
Host City
About Sacramento, CA
Population
524,802
as of 2023
City Elevation
23 ft
Nearest Airport
SMF
Sacramento International Airport · 10 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
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Race for the Arts 5K
Aug 22, 2026