Event Details
When & Where
The 13th Annual Running of the Elk is on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at District 56 (8230 Civic Center Dr, Elk Grove).
Event Registration
Sign-up for the race online on the Running of the Elk website. Prefer to run with a group? During the registration process, you'll have the option to join or create a team.
Saturday Packet Pickup
Registered runners can pick up their race packets on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Fleet Feet Elk Grove (7460 Elk Grove Blvd. Ste 120).
Race Day Schedule
- 7:00 AM – Race Day Packet Pickup & Registration
- 8:00 AM – Kids’ Fun Runs
- 8:30 AM – 5K and 10K Runs
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Kids’ Fun Runs
The Kids' Fun Run at the Running of the Elk in Elk Grove, CA, is a celebration of youthful energy and achievement! Geared towards ages 12 and younger, this non-competitive and untimed experience offers a delightful 1/4 mile dash for the younger ones (ages 6 & under) and a spirited 1/2 mile run for ages 7-12.
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5K & 10K
Participate in the 5K and 10K races, where age knows no limits—from the youngest runners to the young at heart. Winners of each age group earn exclusive elk-themed awards, while overall winners in the 5K will take home special prizes.
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Getting Here
Visiting from out of town? Elk Grove is a short 30-minute trip by car or public transit from downtown Sacramento and the Sacramento International Airport. Learn more about getting around Elk Grove with our transportation guide. Book your stay at one of our comfortable hotels so you can rest easy before and after the race.