
From the Organizer
Simi 250 5K Run – A Community Celebration
Join us for the official Simi 250 5K, a fun and spirited community run celebrating America’s 250th birthday and the heart of our Simi Valley community.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or simply looking for a great way to start your Independence Day festivities, the Simi 250 5K is designed to bring people of all ages and abilities together for a morning of energy, connection, and celebration.
The course follows the beautiful Arroyo Simi Greenway, offering a scenic and accessible route that welcomes runners, walkers, families, and friends alike. Along the way you’ll experience the excitement of race day, the encouragement of fellow participants, and the pride of being part of a historic national milestone.
This event is about more than just the finish line. It’s about celebrating community, honoring the spirit of independence, and kicking off a day of festivities across Simi Valley.
Come run, walk, cheer, and celebrate with us.
Be part of the moment.
Be part of the community.
Be part of the Simi 250.
Date: July 3, 7:30am
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Location: Simi Valley, California
All ages and abilities welcome.
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
93°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Woodland Hills Pierce College, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
125,769
as of 2023
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Simi 250 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Boogie Nights 5K & 10K
10 miles away
Stars, Stripes & Strides 5K
Less than a mile away
Lanark Park Summer Night Lights 5K
10 miles away
The TRON Night Run: Neon Grid 5K & 10K
10 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Simi 250 5k
Jul 3, 2026