Conquer The Pier at Venice Beach 5K
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 4:00 AM PDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run across the ocean (well, the pier!) at this unique Venice Beach 5K, complete with ocean views, a festive finish, and a great cause.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveExperience the unique thrill of the Conquer The Pier 5K at Venice Beach. This event offers the rare opportunity to run over the iconic Venice Beach Pier, providing stunning ocean views and salty air. It's more than just a race; it's a vibrant summer celebration featuring a finish line festival with a live DJ and beer garden. Whether you're aiming for a fast time on the flat course or enjoying a memorable beach day with family, this 5K promises an epic experience. Plus, your participation supports the Los Angeles Parks…
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Steady crowd
782 5K finishers in 2025. Large enough to feel social, without necessarily feeling packed.
Typical finish
34:03
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 22:35.
People mix
More women
About 56% women and 44% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2025, this looks like a steady crowd: 782 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 34:03. The quicker front of the field averaged about 22:35. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Los Angeles, CA
Travel draw
Venice, CA
Close-to-home draw
Santa Monica, CA
Travel draw
Marina Del Rey, CA
Travel draw
Whittier, CA
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 1-9
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 10-14
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 15-19
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 20-29
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Female 30-39
Top 5 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2025 | 782 | 34:03 | 35:49 | 22:35 | 15:56 / 21:55 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
5K Venice Beach - Saturday, July 19th
🚨 CONQUER THE PIER 🏁 Venice Beach 5K 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Ca 90261 📅 Saturday July 18th | 🎉 6:30 AM Packet Pickup 📍 Run Over the Venice Beach Pier
Start and Finish in the same location
🌊 RUN ACROSS THE OCEAN (okay, the pier... but it feels epic) This is the only race that starts and finishes out over the water on the iconic Venice Beach Pier — with ocean views, salty air, and vibes for days.
👟 Choose your challenge: ➤ Fast + flat 5K at 8:30 AM
🫶 Grab the fam. Make memories that last longer than your teen’s latest TikTok obsession. 😉 Whether you're racing, walking, or just vibing — this is a beach day done right.
🎽 WHAT YOU GET: 🔥 Commemorative race shirt (new design every year!) 🏅 Die-cast finisher medal 📸 Free downloadable race photos 🎶 Live DJ + finish line festival 🍻 Beer garden 🥇 Participant awards 🛍️ Vendor expo + sponsor giveaways 👟 Access to the best event in Venice
🚗 PARKING TIPS: Venice fills up fast — get here early. Recommended lots: • South Lot – 2100 Ocean Front Walk • North Lot – 300 Ocean Front Walk • Pier Lot – 3100 Washington Blvd
street parking if you’re early enough! 🎉 This is not just a race — it’s a summer celebration on the pier.
Don’t miss out on a 5K that’s 100% worth it. Proceeds benefit the Los Angeles Parks Foundation and help support programs at the Venice Beach Recreation Center. [www.LAParksFoundation.org]
📲 Register Here
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After-Party
Food & Drink
Medal
Race Photos
Shirt