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The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish

The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish is a running race on May 23, 2027 in Benicia, CA, with entry fees from $15 to $35.

Date
May 23, 2027 (192 days to go)
Price
$15–$35
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Join The Benicia Chamber of Commerce' Wellness Alliance and the Rotary Club of Benicia for the 2nd annual Great Benicia Run fundraiser! Enjoy views of the stunning Carquinez Strait, the streets of charming Benicia, and an expo party on the waterfront. 
A portion of your registration cost and overall event profit will go toward supporting the Benicia Unified School District's STEAM Wheel program. If you'd like to make an additional donation of your choosing to help continue this important programming, visit the Donate tab! 

*Be advised that we will have a certified drone pilot capturing footage of the start/finish line. (Remote Pilot Certificate: 4815763, Global Aerospace UAS Insurance E-Policy: 9048069)

Events

10K Run$35
5K Run$30
Kids 1 Mile$20
Kids Mini Run$15

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

80°

Typical Low

47°

Chance of Rain

8%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Martinez Wtp, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:52 AMSunset 8:19 PMDaylight 14h 27m

About Benicia, CA

Population

26,861

as of 2023

City Elevation

293 ft

Nearest Airport

OAK

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport · 24 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

192

Days to train

Race
The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish
Date
May 23, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish?
The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish is a running race held in Benicia, California on May 23, 2027. 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 Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish?
Sunday, May 23, 2027 in Benicia, California at 90 First Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Great Benicia Run: Strait to the Finish

May 23, 2027

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