Event Description
Vista, California | Sunday, May 26, 2024 | 5K Run or Walk and Kids Run
Run or walk this scenic, mostly flat 5K course or the just-for-fun Kids 1-Mile or 1/4-Mile and then stay to enjoy the Vista Strawberry Festival in the heart of downtown Vista, one of the largest single-day street fairs in North County! Enjoy yummy treats, unique finds, live entertainment, crafts, a beer garden and much more!
The Vista Strawberry Run will also feature a strawberry-themed costume contest! Dress up with a Strawberry theme and join us after the run at the main stage for our Runners' Costume Contest. Fun prizes will be awarded for the berry best-dressed runners! Nonparticipants of the contest are still welcome and encouraged to join us to cheer for their favorite solo or team costumes.
Benefiting the Community
Vista Strawberry Festival's annual 5K run contributes significantly to the well-being and vibrancy of the local community. Beyond promoting physical fitness and a sense of camaraderie, the run serves as a cornerstone for fostering community engagement. The event attracts participants of all ages and backgrounds, creating a platform for residents to come together, share experiences, and build lasting connections. Proceeds from the run are channeled back into community initiatives, supporting local organizations and schools that contribute to the overall development and prosperity of Vista.
Packet Pickup
Vista Chamber offices located at The Film Hub, 170 Eucalyptus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084
Saturday, May 25, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Race Times
Sunday, May 26
7:30 a.m. - 5K start time
8 a.m. - Strawberry Festival opens
8:45 a.m. - 1/4-mile Kids Run start
8:55 a.m - 1-mile Kids Run start
9:30 a.m. - Runners' Costume Contest start time
6 a.m. - Strawberry Festival ends
Participant Perks
Custom event T-shirt
Commemorative medal
One FREE beer in the Vista Strawberry Festival craft beer garden (21+ only)
A one-day pass to the invite-only Carlsbad Columbia Sportswear Employee Store
Age group awards
Fresh strawberries
And more!
Awards
Awards will be presented for the top 3 male and female finishers overall and in each age group.
Post-Race Celebration
Enjoy your accomplishments with fellow participants and community members at the Vista Strawberry Festival!
Price:
Registration: USD 45.00
Time: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
