26th Annual Race for the Arts 5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Runs & Arts Festival

Race for the Arts coordinator, Saly Rice-Pierleoni

Back Event Aug 23 @ 7:45 am By Sally Rice

Join us on Saturday, August 23, 2025, for the 26th Annual Race for the Arts at William Land Park in Sacramento. This event is a celebration of fitness, community, and the arts, featuring a 5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Runs, and a Free Arts.

Event Schedule:

  • 7:00 AM: Registration and Packet Pickup open
  • 8:10 AM: Kids Fun Runs (1/4 mile for ages 6 and under, 1/2 mile for ages 6–10)
  • 8:35 AM: 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles)
  • 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM: Free Arts 

Registration Fees:

  • 5K Run/Walk: $44.10 (includes $4.10 fee)
  • Youth 5K (ages 1–15): $28.13 (includes $3.13 fee)
  • Kids Fun Run: $28.13 (includes $3.13 fee)
  • Note: Prices increase after August 15, 2025.

Event Highlights:

5K Run/Walk: Experience a scenic, shaded course through William Land Park, with live entertainment along the route.

Kids Fun Runs: Short-distance races designed for children, promoting fitness and fun.

Free Arts Festival: Enjoy over 40 interactive arts booths, live performances on the Amphitheater Stage, food vendors, and more.

Pledge Opportunities: Support California nonprofit arts organizations by pledging funds. 100% of pledges designated to specific organizations go directly to them. Pledges are due by October 1, 2025. sacramentotop10.comraceforthearts.com+7kfbk.iheart.com+7raceforthearts.com+7

Additional Information:

Strollers: Strollers are welcome in the 5K Run/Walk. Participants with strollers are asked to line up at the back of the starting area.

Packet Pickup: Pre-race packet pickup is available at Fleet Feet Sacramento on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Parking: Limited parking is available near the race location, with additional parking on 15th Avenue across from Fairytale Land. 

How to Register:

Visit the official Race for the Arts website at https://raceforthearts.com/ to register, make a pledge, or learn more about the event.

Join us for a day of fitness, creativity, and community support. We look forward to seeing you there!