Hollywood Sign Run
Los Angeles, United States • 25 Jan 2026
Event overview
The Hollywood Sign Run | Hike takes place on January 25, 2026, in Griffith Park, Los Angeles. The start and finish are located on the fire road just north of the Old Zoo picnic area. The event is produced by OTG Events, a Glendale-based event company. Multiple race distances are offered.
- 8M
- 8K
- 5K
- 2.2K (Kid Run)
All participants receive a premium gender-specific short sleeve t-shirt, a finisher’s medal, and chip timing. There are awards for overall and age-grade division winners, sponsor prizes for overall winners, and free race photos for the 8M. Age groups include 19 & under, then 10-year bands up to 70+.
Course and logistics
The 8M course is approximately 6 miles of trails and 2 miles of asphalt. The 8K course includes about 3.12 miles of trails and 1.9 miles of asphalt. The 5K is mainly trails (about 3.12 miles). The kid run is all trails. Aid stations and medical staff are provided: multiple stations on the 8M, two on the 8K, and stations on the 5K at the start/finish and along the course. Porta-potties are available at the start/finish only. Gear check is available at the start line.
Packet pickup is offered at Fleet Feet Burbank prior to race day. Parking is limited near the Merry-Go-Round parking lots; carpooling or ride share is recommended. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.