Elevate 12 Hour Race

Santa Maria, United States • 13-14 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Elevate event at First Baptist Church in Santa Maria, CA takes place February 13-14, 2026 and supports the church's Elevate missions project. The event includes two competition options:

  • 5k
  • 12-hour
    Entry fees are listed as $22 for the 5k and $45 for the 12-hour event. Awards are planned for winners in age-group categories for both events. The event address is 2970 Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria, CA 93455.

Course and logistics

The course is a loop entirely on the First Baptist / VCA campus. For the 5k each loop measures 1.036 miles and the 5k is three loops. For the 12-hour race each loop is adjusted to 1 mile. Volunteers will be positioned on the course during the 5k. 12-hour participants will have a designated area near the start/finish line, access to a variety of hot and cold drinks and solid foods, and may take breaks during the event. There is no minimum distance required for the 12-hour race and the participant who completes the most loops is the winner. 12-hour participants may also run the 5k at no extra cost. Runners on the unlit back portion of the loop should bring a headlamp or flashlight. Finishers of the 5k will receive celebratory ice cream sandwiches; water, Gatorade and bananas will be provided during the 5k. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 km
12 Hour Race
5 km
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