The Walk for Water 5K takes place at Crystal Springs Drive in Los Angeles on October 3, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM. The 5K course costs $60.38 to enter, making it an accessible option for runners in the area. If travel plans fall through or logistics become complicated, the race offers a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete the 5K on your own schedule and location. This flexibility is worth considering when booking accommodations, as you can still participate remotely if needed. Whether you run in person at the Los Angeles venue or complete the distance virtually, you'll want lodging that supports your pre-race routine and recovery.
From the Race Organizer
Walk Their Journey. Change Their Future. Join us for a powerful and transformative experience at the Walk for Water 5K Charity Fundraiser, co-hosted by Pathway To Tomorrow and Drop of Water. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a step into the daily reality that millions of women and girls in Africa face just to access something as basic as water. Every day, women and girls spend 200 million hours hauling unclean water, often walking miles under a burning sun, along dangerous paths, carrying heavy containers. Every two minutes, a child dies from a water-borne disease, and 1.5 million children under five die annually in Africa from diarrhea caused by unsafe water. Ethiopia, Africa’s second most populous country, is in the grip of this devastating water crisis. Nearly half of its 125 million people lack access to clean water, according to UNICEF. The situation is even worse in rural areas — where 80% of Ethiopians live and are hit hardest by this crisis, forcing women and girls to walk long distances just to find unclean water. Girls are expected to miss school to collect water for their families. Each journey robs a girl of her education, her safety, and her childhood. For far too many, these walks end in tragedies, like gender-based violence and death — not just exhaustion. We walk not just for awareness—but for action. This 5K fundraiser challenges participants to take 7,000 steps, representing the average distance many walk each day to collect water. As you walk, you’ll carry not just steps—but stories. Stories of resilience, hardship, and hope. You'll walk in solidarity with those who can’t just turn on a tap. We’re asking each participant to go further by asking friends, family, and coworkers to sponsor their steps with a donation to the cause, or join their team to fundraise or walk alongside them! Our goal? To raise $250,000 to fund 2 deep borehole wells and rural piping systems in up to 16 rural villages in Ethiopia. This will provide clean, safe, and sustainable drinking water for up to 16,000 people. Your steps can change a life. Your walk can build a well. Register today. Walk their path. Bring water home. The 5K route is along the Main Trail at Griffith Park - 4800 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027 The course is flat, scenic and shaded, covering the perimeter of the golf course.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 9.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Los Angeles, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Walk for Water 5K Los Angeles 2027 — Los Angeles, CA?
Walk for Water 5K Los Angeles 2027 — Los Angeles, CA takes place on October 9, 2027. The race is held in Los Angeles, California.
Where is Walk for Water 5K Los Angeles 2027 — Los Angeles, CA held?
Walk for Water 5K Los Angeles 2027 — Los Angeles, CA is held at 4800 Crystal Springs Dr in Los Angeles, California.
Where can I find hotels near Walk for Water 5K Los Angeles 2027 — Los Angeles, CA?
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