MODESTO MEMORIAL CLASSIC 2026 — Modesto, CA

Date
May 23, 2026
Location
Modesto, CA
Venue
East La Loma Park
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $60.00
Events
1 Mile Run/Walk (Kids Age 17 and under), 1 Mile Run/Walk (Ages 18 and over), 5K Run/Walk (Kids ages 17 and under), 5K Run/Walk (Ages 18 and Over), Sign Up for Both 1 Mile & 5K (Kids 17 and under), Sign up for BOTH 1 Mile & 5K (Ages 18 and over)
Includes
Gender specific one shirt only | Gender specific. One shirt only
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The Modesto Memorial Classic starts at 8:00 AM, giving you a reasonable window to arrive and settle before the gun. This running event takes place at East La Loma Park in Modesto, California, and features a 1-mile distance. Entry fees range from $25 to $60 depending on registration options. If you're traveling to Modesto for this May race, you'll want accommodation close enough to the park to manage the early start comfortably. The single-mile format makes this accessible for runners across ability levels, whether you're using it as a tempo effort or a casual outing during a training block.

From the Race Organizer
Finishers' medals for all participants Early packet pick-up: 2-6 p.m., Friday, May 22, at the ShadowChase office located at 1325 11th St. Walk-up registration is available at early packet pick-up as well as on race day, May 23, beginning at 7 a.m. Course: 1-mile walker friendly; 5K shady park setting Awards: 1 mile: 1st, 2nd, 3rd in 10-year age groups 5K: 1st, 2nd, 3rd in 5-year age groups Children's Fun Run - Finisher's medal for each child Pancake breakfast included with paid registration Event schedule: 7 a.m. - race day registration 8 a.m. - 1 mile run/walk for all ages 8:45 a.m. - 5K run/walk for all ages 10:15 a.m. - kid's Fun Run (kids 10 & under) 10:45 a.m. - brief ceremony - awards will be available for pick-up after ceremony (Proceeds in part go to the Delta Vet Center)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is MODESTO MEMORIAL CLASSIC 2026 — Modesto, CA?

MODESTO MEMORIAL CLASSIC 2026 — Modesto, CA takes place on May 23, 2026. The race is held in Modesto, California.

Where is MODESTO MEMORIAL CLASSIC 2026 — Modesto, CA held?

MODESTO MEMORIAL CLASSIC 2026 — Modesto, CA is held at East La Loma Park in Modesto, California.

Where can I find hotels near MODESTO MEMORIAL CLASSIC 2026 — Modesto, CA?

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