Event Description

The Ralph Appazzato Charity Event (R.A.C.E.) is a 5K (3.1 Mile) run and walk benefiting the Midway Shelter for Women and Children in Alameda, California.  It starts at 9 AM; an hour before the Mayor's 4th of July Parade.  The starting line is in front of the Bank of Marin, 1416 Park Street, between Santa Clara and Central Avenues.  The course follows the route of the Mayor's 4th of July Parade to the finish line at Webster and Haight Streets.  So, run or walk the R.A.C.E. and you'll have time to go to your favorite spot on the course and watch the parade.   

Event details and schedule

The RACE starts at 9 AM with registration opening at 7:30 AM at the starting line.  

Medals are awarded for the top 3 men and top 3 women in the following brackets: 18 and under,19-35, 36–49, and 50+ plus. 

The first 600 to register will receive T shirts.