The eighth annual Santa Monica 5000 returns Sunday, October 6, 2013!

We're expecting friendly competition and some family fun. Whether you're a collegiate sprinter or a new mom, this event will challenge and entertain everyone. Races start at 8:00am at Ocean Park Blvd. and the Beach. All races finish on Ocean Ave, just above the Santa Monica Pier.

Be part of the only race to raise money for local student athletes and school sports programs with the Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation.

Start Fundraising now to support local student athletes!

04.18.13 - It's Springtime!
We would like to welcome Skechers as our Presenting Sponsor for 2013!

01.18.13 - Happy New Year!
Happy New Year all! Registration opens February 1st!

10.06.12 - It's time to RUN!!
We'll see everyone bright and early tomorrow at the event! Sleep well!

10.05.12 - Packet Pick Up is Today and Tomorrow!
Get over to Olympic High School on Friday (3-7pm) or Saturday (11-4pm) and get your shirt and bib! Fun stuff awaits!

10.03.12 - Training Run #4 Tomorrow!
Join us at the Santa Monica Senior Center for our last training run before the race! Santa Monica Senior Center is located at 1450 Ocean Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Cross Street is Broadway). Be there and ready to run at 6:30pm!

09.27.12 - Training Run #3 Tonight!!
Join us at the Santa Monica Senior Center for a training run at Sunset! Santa Monica Senior Center is located at 1450 Ocean Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Cross Street is Broadway). Be there and ready to run at 6:30pm!

09.12.12 - Training Runs Start Tomorrow, September 13!!
The westside training runs have moved to the Santa Monica Senior Center! Right in Palisades Park above the Santa Monica Pier. Santa Monica Senior Center is located at 1450 Ocean Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Cross Street is Broadway). Be there and ready to run at 6:30pm!

09.05.12 - Training Runs Start September 13!!
Meet us in Santa Monica at the new Road Runner Sports on September 13 at 6:30pm! We'll be doing a variety of distances to get ready for the event! Stay tuned here and our Facebook Page for more info!

05.15.12 - Registration is Open!
Registration now at IMathlete.com for our 7th annual event! The 5k/10k by the bay!

05.08.12 - Registration Opens 5/15
Registration for the seventh annual event opens May 15, 2012!

12.08.11 - Best of Competitor!
We are flattered to have one Best 5k/10k in the Pacific! Results coming out in the January issue of Competitor Magazine.