R&B Running Series

About the Event

The R&B Running Series brings a vibrant, music-filled atmosphere to the streets of Sacramento, California. Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, this event combines community fitness with a high-energy soundtrack, offering both 5K and 10K distances. The race is designed to be inclusive, welcoming both competitive runners and casual walkers to a course known for its flat and fast profile.

Activity	Date	Time / Location
Race Day Check-in	Sat, May 16, 2026	2501 New Market Drive
5K & 10K Start	Sat, May 16, 2026	8:30 AM PDT
Virtual Participation	Flexible	Remote / Virtual 5K

Participants can choose to compete individually or join a team to enhance the social experience. For those unable to attend the physical event in Sacramento, a virtual 5K option allows runners to log their miles from any location. The event is managed by Troy Williams and provides a professional racing environment with a focus on rhythm, blues, and cultural celebration.

Trail Beaume Drobie (TBD)

The Trail Beaume Drobie is a multi-distance mountain running event set in the rugged landscape of the Cévennes Ardéchoises. Taking place on May 16 and 17, 2026, in Valgorge, France, the TBD offers a range of technical challenges through the Ardèche wilderness. The event is well-known for its steep ascents and preserved natural trails, providing a pure "nature" racing experience for limited participant fields.

Course	Distance	Features
Trail Noir	51 km	Ultra-distance mountain trail
Trail Rouge	32 km	Technical intermediate loop
Trail Bleu / Vert	20 km / 11 km	Short & mid-distance discovery
KV (Kilomètre Vertical)	5.6 km	High-gradient vertical climb

The courses at Valgorge are permanently marked, allowing runners to access and train on the trails year-round starting from the Salle de la Pourette. In addition to the timed trail races, the event includes organized hikes (Marche Verte and Marche Bleue) that follow the scenic river and valley paths. All finishers are invited to a traditional Ardéchois buffet, celebrating the local culture and hospitality of the region.

Races Offered

10K Run

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 10km

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$45.99

5K Run/Walk

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$45.99

Virtual 5K

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$45.99

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Sacramento.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.5° / 29.3°

wb_sunny 10.4° / 26.4°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.4 /

water_drop 52.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.5° / 29.3°

wb_sunny 10.4° / 26.4°

air 10.4 km/h

water_drop 52.3%

About Sacramento

Learn more about the host city, Sacramento.

Sacramento is the state capital of California in the United States. It is the regional center for the Greater Sacramento metropolitan area, which dominates much of the surrounding Sacramento Valley and stretches into parts of Gold Country.