calendar_today 17 May, 2026
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sell $17.00 – $35.00
The 2026 San Carlos Hometown Days Fun Run is a vibrant community gathering scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2026, in San Carlos, California. Staged at Central Middle School, this event serves as a festive kickoff to the final day of the city's beloved Hometown Days weekend. The run emphasizes community spirit and local pride, offering an inclusive environment where residents can celebrate their city through physical activity.
| Race Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Start Time | 8:30 AM PDT |
| Location | 757 Cedar Street, San Carlos, CA |
| Distance Options | 5K and 10K |
| Race Nature | Non-competitive community run (times available) |
| Finisher Reward | 2026 Hometown Days Fun Run medal |
The course is designed to accommodate participants of all ability levels, from seasoned runners to families with children and casual walkers. While the event maintains a non-competitive atmosphere to ensure everyone feels welcome, timing services are provided so that participants can view their final results after the run. This balance allows for personal goal-tracking within a low-pressure, supportive community setting. All registered runners receive a commemorative medal to mark their participation in this local tradition.
A significant highlight of the event is the post-run transition to the San Carlos Rotary Pancake Breakfast at Les Mundell Grove. This long-standing tradition provides a central gathering point for runners and spectators to refuel and socialize, further strengthening the community ties that the Hometown Days weekend aims to foster. The event is coordinated by Recreation Coordinator Matt Okada and the City of San Carlos, ensuring a well-organized morning that integrates seamlessly with the broader city-wide celebrations.
Logistically, the event offers several registration windows, including early bird and pre-registration tiers, with same-day registration available on the morning of the race. Central Middle School provides a convenient starting point in the heart of the city, easily accessible for local residents. By combining fitness, local tradition, and a charitable spirit through the Rotary partnership, the Fun Run remains a cornerstone of the San Carlos spring calendar, encouraging a healthy and connected community.
May 17, 2026
Distance — 10km
Type — Others, Running
08:30
$35.00
May 17, 2026
Distance — 10km
Type — Others, Running
08:30
$17.00
May 17, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Others, Running
08:30
$35.00
May 17, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Others, Running
08:30
$17.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in San Carlos.
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San Carlos is on the Peninsula in the San Francisco Bay Area of California.
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