Kid-Friendly Fun Runs in Los Angeles

Here's a list of the best kid-friendly races and fun runs around Los Angeles to lace up your shoes and get moving together as a family to support healthy habits and good causes. These fun-filled events make it motivating for children with age-appropriate kiddie races, activities, party favors, and extraordinary entertainment and celebrations after the finish line!


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    Dino Dash
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     (2446.0 mi)

    Date

    11/03/2024

    This event is youth-centered as it aims to raise money for local schools, but there are plenty of ways for kids to get involved, too. Participants can run in a half-marathon, a 10K, a 5K, a 2K Fun Run, or a 5K Family Bike Ride (there's a separate bike tour for ages 13+). Kids can earn prizes for winning/completing events, like mini dino figures and trophies, plus there are games, activities, exhibits, and musical entertainment afterward.

    Turkey Trot Los Angeles
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     (2472.7 mi)

    Date

    11/28/2024

    Ages

    Widdle Wobble is for children 12 & under

    Kids can enter the Widdle Wobble race or run with mom and dad on the main course to support The Midnight Mission. Strollers are welcome in all cases, and parents can run alongside their tots in the kids' race, too. When registered on their own, kids get a race bib, t-shirt, and medal- then stick around for arts and crafts and other activities. The races and the Event Festival all start at City Hall, and all races will close by 10am in time for the awards ceremony (and with plenty of time to make it to your turkey dinner at home!)

    Drumstick Dash
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     (2480.5 mi)

    Date

    11/28/2024

    Ages

    All Ages

    Erynn:  The Drumstick Dash is a fundraising family-friendly run that helps raise funds for the homeless and hungry throughout the area. Their motto is Move Your Feet So Others Can Eat, giving this healthy family activity even more meaning. Registration includes a participant shirt, a finisher medal, refreshments after the race, and live entertainment and Expo access.

    Homeboy Industries 5K Run/Walk
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     (2472.1 mi)

    This historic walk/run travels through downtown LA and every participant receives a T-shirt and commemorative souvenir. Older kids participate in the walk/run alongside grownups, while younger kids have their own separate event. After the races, there will be a live DJ, vendor giveaways, Kids Zone, and more.

    Dolphin Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, & Half Marathon
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     (2490.1 mi)

    Ages

    All Ages

    This clock-timed fun run welcomes all ages and includes everything from a 5k to a half-marathon. The course loops around the Long Beach path in Belmont Shores. Throughout the run, there are stations with water, Gatorade, and snacks. Children, strollers, and walkers are permitted.

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