Ascot Hills Challenge 5K

Los Angeles, United States • 26 Sep 2026

Event overview

The Ascot Hills Challenge 5K takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Los Angeles, CA. The event includes an in-person 5K and a virtual 5K. The in-person race is chip-timed and includes a chance to win a commemorative LAFD challenge coin. Registration details shown for the in-person event include a price of $43.40 (includes $3.40 fee) with a price increase scheduled after August 3, 2026. The virtual event fee is listed as $32.80 (includes $2.80 fee) and its registration opens January 1, 2026.

Course, location and beneficiaries

The race uses a 3.1 mile trail course inside Ascot Hills Park, described as a trail route in East Los Angeles with views of Los Angeles, Dodger Stadium and the Hollywood sign visible from within the park. The event location is given as Ascot Hills Park, 4371 Multnomah St, Los Angeles, CA 90032. Event proceeds benefit the Wilson High School Fire and Police Magnet Cadet Program and Ascot Hills Park. The Los Angeles Unified School District and the Los Angeles Fire Department are noted as partners in bringing a fire academy magnet school program to Woodrow Wilson High School.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 5K (in-person, chip-timed)
  • Virtual 5K (registration opens Jan 1, 2026)

Race information

5 km
Ascot Hills Challenge 5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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