The Día De Los Muertos 5K Race takes place on October 31, 2026, in Sacramento, California at 2501 New Market Drive. Despite its name, the event offers a 1-mile distance rather than a full 5K. The race starts at 9:00 AM and costs $40 to enter. If you're traveling to Sacramento for the event, you have flexibility in participation options: you can run in person or take advantage of the virtual participation option, which allows you to complete your mile remotely. This setup works well for athletes who may need to adjust their travel plans or prefer running from their hotel or another location.
From the Race Organizer
Come celebrate Día De Los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) and run a 5k race. 5k run/walk starts 9am on Saturday October 31st, 2026. All levels are welcome, it is a fully paved path, strollers are welcome. Packet Pick up is Friday October 30th at Sacramento Running Company 5-8pm and Saturday October 31st 7am-8:30am at North Natomas Regional Park (Same location as the race). All participants will receive a t-shirt, medal, and sticker with registration, top 3 in each age group and top 3 over all in male and female categories will receive ribbons. The race will be held at North Natomas Regional Park, it is a flat course held on the sidewalk which is a loop around the entire park. All ages and running/walking abilities are welcome to participate. Participants are welcome to wear costumes. Only dogs allowed are service dogs, this is a USATF rule because this is a sanctioned race by USA Track and field. https://www.usatf.org/home/top-utility-nav-content/event-insurance-sanctions/sanctions-faqs#Can%20dogs%20or%20other%20animals%20participate%20in%20sanctioned%20events ? This is a fundraiser for the Azteca FC Cross Country and Track and Field program. Every season members from Azteca FC work hard to qualify for the National Championships. This 5k is a fundraiser to assist the athletes who qualify to attend and compete in National Championships. Azteca FC is a registered 501C3 with a core mission of providing athletic opportunities in the sports of: Soccer, Track and Field, Cross Country, Trail Running, and Futsal. We appreciate the support of all our sponsors in the Día De Los Muertos 5k race. The generous support of the districts and community helped us send three Azteca FC athletes to national competitions this year. In February 2026, Gamaliel Gomez and Osiel Soto competed at the USATF Master's Indoor Track and Field National Championship and placed 3rd and 4th in the 800M and 1500M. In July 2026, Jaciel Reveles competed in the 800M and 1500M at the USATF Junior Olympics National Championship. In July 2026 Gamaliel Gomez competed at the USATF Master's Track and Field National Championship and placed 5th in the 800M and 4th in the 1500M. In July 2025, Jackson Sevilla and Ethan Tang, represented Azteca FC at the Junior Olympics In Savannah, Georgia. Your generous support helps athletes compete at the highest level and gain national recognition to help them earn opportunities to compete at the college level. www.Aztecafc.com Sponsors of this race include Lisa Kaplan, District 1 City of Sacramento Councilmember, Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes District 3 City of Sacramento, and Sacramento Running Company.
Course & Travel Notes
The Día De Los Muertos 5k Race in Sacramento, California takes place at a venue elevation of 16 feet. The 9:00 AM start time occurs after sunrise at 7:32 AM on October 31, 2026. October typically brings average highs of 79°F and average lows of 48°F, with measurable precipitation on 12% of days. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is located 4.7 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 16 ft elevation☀️ Typically 79°F / 48°F · 12% chance of rain✈️ Sacramento International Airport (SMF) — 4.7 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 31.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Sacramento, 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 Día De Los Muertos 5k Race 2026 — Sacramento, CA?
Día De Los Muertos 5k Race 2026 — Sacramento, CA takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Sacramento, California.
Where is Día De Los Muertos 5k Race 2026 — Sacramento, CA held?
Día De Los Muertos 5k Race 2026 — Sacramento, CA is held at 2501 New Market Dr in Sacramento, California.
Where can I find hotels near Día De Los Muertos 5k Race 2026 — Sacramento, CA?
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