Event Description

The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department and PLAY, Inc. invites you to lace up your running shoes and join us for the Must-Dash Family 5K! This community event welcomes runners, walkers, families, strollers, and participants of all abilities. The course will begin at Hagerman Sports Complex and guide participants along a scenic route to Pioneer Park, creating a fun and supportive atmosphere for all. In the spirit of the holiday, grab your father figure and get active this Father’s Day, whether that’s a dad, guardian, grandparent, mentor, coach, or anyone who’s made a positive impact in your life. Participants are encouraged to show their spirit by sporting a mustache, real or fake!

Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome!

Event details and schedule

Event Details:

• Event check in is starts at 7:30 am.
• Diaper Dash begins at 8:30am. 
• Must-Dash 5K begins at 9:00 am.
• Are strollers welcome? Yes. We strive to make this event as family friendly as possible. Please be courteous to other runners by moving toward the back of the group at the starting line. **Registration fee for children that are riding in a stroller are free with a paid adult fee. ** You DO NOT have to register the child in the stroller **
• Are dogs welcome? We realize dogs are very much a part of many people’s families, and they are welcome in this race. Please be courteous to other runners by ensuring your dog is on a leash.