Pleasanton Run for Education

Race Day is April 19, 2026

Registration opens January 20

The Pleasanton Run for Education is an event designed for the entire community. The 14th Annual event will offers four distances: a 2 Mile, a 5K (3.1 mile) Run or Walk, 10K (6.2 Mile) Run, and a Kids' 1/4 Mile Challenge (3-10 years).  The 2 Mile, 5K  are stroller and walker-friendly events. The 10K is geared towards runners, is stroller-friendly, and entrants have 1 hour 45 minutes to complete the course).

Race Information

DATE –  April 19, 2026 

 

LOCATION - Pleasanton Middle School, Pleasanton, CA 94566

 

START TIMES  - 10K - 8 am; 5K/2 Mile - 8:10/15 am; Kids Challenge - 9:20 am

Note: Late starts are not permitted as roadways must reopen to traffic promptly. Please arrive at the start/finish area at least one hour early to ensure you do not miss the start. Allow additional time for parking and walking to the site from the various downtown options. No parking will be allowed at Pleasanton Middle School or Hearst Elementary school

 

2 Mile, 5K, 10K & ENTRY INCLUDES

Race entry includes a short sleeve performance blend t-shirt (cotton/polyester blend), race timing (5K/10K), commemorative bib number, eligibility for age group and overall awards (5K/10K), finisher medal, and post-race refreshments. All ages are welcome to participate in these three divisions; there is no minimum age. Option to upgrade to a technical race t-shirt (tri-blend poly/cotton/rayon jersey) available in men's  sizing for $10.00. One may opt-out of the t-shirt and save $5.00.

Age divisions for awards for the 5K will be: 7 and Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Age divisions for the 10K will be 11 and Under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

The top three finishers per gender (male, female, nonbinary) will be awarded a medal to commemorate their top finish in their age division. Age group awards will be based on net (elapsed) time. Overall winners (top finisher per gender across the finish line) will be recognized based on Gun Time. The 2 Mile will not be timed and no awards will be presented.

 

KIDS' CHALLENGE ENTRY INCLUDES

The Kids' Challenge is a 1/4 mile fun run (no times or places kept) for children ages 3 to 10. Entry includes a short sleeve t-shirt, commemorative bib number, finisher medal, and post-race refreshments.  Start Time: 9:20 am.

SNOOZE FOR SCHOOLS
For those with schedule conflicts or who prefer to participate on their own time, this category offers members of the community the chance to support the event without attending on race day. This includes a T-shirt (but can be opted out of to save $5). Note: shirts are not mailed. You may pick up your shirt(s) at Packet Pick Up on Saturday, April 18. This category is a great option for people who wish to support PPIE without any running or walking involved!

PLEASANTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All staff employed by the PUSD are offered a reduced-rate entry. Those registering with PUSD pricing ("PUSD 5K," "PUSD 10K," or "PUSD 2 Mile" categories) must show their PUSD ID Badge at Packet Pick Up to receive bib and t-shirt. The PUSD Staff discount is available through Thursday, April 16th at 11:59 pm. Please note: the discount is offered to the person employed only, not family members of the PUSD employee  

PACKET PICK UP

Race packet pick up will be held on Saturday, April 18th at Pleasanton Middle School (PMS) from 11:00am to 3:00pm. You can also pick up packet on event day at Pleasanton Middle School near start/finish line starting from 6:30 am onwards. Plan on arriving at registration 75 minutes early if picking up your bib (or registering) on event day (allow additional time for parking). ID is not required to pick up packets and you may pick up for friends or family. The race packet will include your bib number and t-shirt.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

Q: Are dogs permitted?
A: Dogs are not permitted at Pleasanton Middle School nor on the course, with an exception only for service dogs.

 

Q: Can I push my infant in a stroller in the 5K? 
A: Yes.

 

Q: My 9 year old wants to run the 5K. Do I need to register to run alongside them?
A: Yes, all participants on the 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K courses must be officially registered. Additionally, we do not advise that children 11 or younger participate in the 2 Mile, 5K, or 10K without adult supervision. 

 

Q: Can I walk the 2 Mile?
A: Yes, the 2 Mile and 5K are walker-friendly. The 10K is designated as a run and has a 1 hour 45 minute cut-off time. 

 

Q: Does the race entry include a shirt?
A: Yes, all entries include a unisex (men's/youth) short sleeve performance blend t-shirt (cotton/poly blend). You may opt out of the t-shirt and save $5.00 on your entry. You may also upgrade to a technical (poly/cotton/rayon jersey blend) short-sleeve t-shirt (men's sizing) for an additional $10.00; available while sizes last. 

 

Q: I cannot attend the Packet Pick Up on Saturday. May I pick up at another time?
A: We offer race morning pick up near the start/finish at Pleasanton Middle School for those who cannot attend on Saturday. You may also have a friend or family member pick up for you on Saturday during the Packet Pick Up. 

 

Q: I cannot remember if I registered. Is there a way to look this up? 
Yes - use the participant look-up here.

 

Q: Where can I look up past race results?
View past results here (scroll to bottom on mobile; view list in right-hand column on desktop)

 

Q: I registered for the event but can no longer make it due to illness/scheduling conflict. May I obtain a refund? 
A: All entries are non refundable. You are welcome to pick up your shirt at packet pick up, or, you may gift your entry to a friend or family member.  To gift your entry, follow these steps: (1) obtain the first and last name plus email address of the person you wish to gift your entry to (2) email this information to our timing company with your request  no later than Tuesday, April 14th (3) upon receipt, they will respond and transfer your entry to the new participant. The new participant will receive an email indicating you have gifted your entry and they will be prompted to follow steps online to become officially registered.