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Kiwanis River Run

Name: Kiwanis River Run
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Fresno

Fresno, United States • 19 Sep 2026

Kiwanis River Run : Event overview

The Kiwanis River Run takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at George’s River Ranch, 8805 CA-41, Fresno, CA 93720. This is the 4th annual event organized by Kiwanis River Run. Proceeds support the Pediatric Trauma - Injury Prevention Program at Valley Children’s Hospital. The venue includes a shaded start/finish area next to the San Joaquin River and free parking close to the event area.

Race distances and race-day details

10K Trail Run - new scenic river trail
5K Run/Walk
2-Mile Fun Walk/Run - timed; no placement awards
Kids 1/4 Mile Fun Run - open to ages 10 and under; non-timed

The course uses off-road and trail surfaces and follows routes along the San Joaquin River. There are three route options at the site. Check-in opens at 7:00 AM on race day. Race packet pick-up is available at Fleet Feet Fresno (9447 N Fort Washington Rd. #106) on the Friday before the event from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Every participant receives a custom t-shirt and a finisher medal and is provided access to a free breakfast that includes crepes with strawberries and whipped cream, coffee, and juice. The 5K awards include a plush prize for the top three and special gold medals for overall male and female winners. An opportunity drawing and an auction with autographed sports items are scheduled during the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Fresno

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

10k Trail Run

5 km

5k Run/walk

2 Mile Fun Walk/run

Kids 1/4 Fun Run

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

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