Oakland Tech 5km Fundraiser Race

Piedmont, United States • 1 Nov 2026

Oakland Tech 5km/1 mile Race/Run/Walk Fundraiser

This event takes place in Joaquin Miller Park at the Baywood Picnic Site, across from the Joaquin Miller Community Center at 3300 Joaquin Miller Rd, Oakland, CA 94602. It is held on November 1, 2026 and is organized as a fundraiser for the Oakland Tech PTSA.

The program includes two distances:

  • 5 km trail race on natural trails through redwood groves
  • 1 mile fun run/walk on park trails

The course winds through towering redwoods and uses trail terrain. Funds raised support Oakland Tech student programs and activities. The PTSA directs proceeds to school needs, including support for the Oakland Tech Cross Country team. Support for the team covers meet entry fees, training equipment, nutrition, and travel expenses. The listing notes that varsity cross country teams won the Oakland League Championship three of the past four years.

Bib pick-up is available the weekend before and on the day of the event at locations listed by the organizer. Donations to the fundraiser are tax-deductible; Tax ID 94-6174624 is provided for tax purposes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Oakland Tech 5km Fundraiser Race
Oakland Tech 1 Mile Fun Run/walk Fundraiser
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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