Rabbit Run 10K, 5K, Kid's 1-mile

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT

Location: Santa Barbara, CA; 865 Gwyne Avenue, 93111
Type: RUN

Official registration Past results (if available)

At a glance

A flat, fast, and scenic run along Santa Barbara's beautiful bike paths, welcoming all ages to enjoy a traffic-free course.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Who it's for

Family Friendly

Great for: families, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Discover the Rabbit Run in Santa Barbara, CA, offering 10K, 5K, and a Kid's 1-mile Family Fun Run. This event features a flat and fast course along the beautiful Maria Ygnacio Creek and Obern Bike Paths. Enjoy a paved, traffic-free experience perfect for setting a personal best or enjoying a scenic outing with family. Awards celebrate top finishers across various age groups.

What to expect

Run a flat, fast, and fully paved course free from vehicle traffic.
Stay hydrated with water stations placed approximately every 1.5 miles.
Celebrate your finish with post-race nutrition and awards for top 3 age group finishers in the 5K and 10K.

Standout details

Flat and fast course
Paved, traffic-free path
Beautiful creek views
Age group awards

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 10:00 AM PDT · From $16.90
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 8:00 AM PST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM PST
5K
Sat, Apr 4, 9:05 AM PDT · From $32.80
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 8:00 AM PST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM PST
6.29 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM PDT · From $48.70
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 8:00 AM PST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM PST

The course

Road
Hilly
Family-oriented

Difficulty

Steady Effort

Hilly road course

10K distance, mostly paved, mountainous area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Rabbit Run is a flat and fast course along a dedicated run/bike path. The course runs along the beautiful Maria Ygnacio Creek and Obern Bike Paths which are paved with no vehicle traffic. Free parking is available along Gwyne Ave. Packet Pickup is located near the Start Line (865 Gwyne Ave, Santa Barbara) from 7-9 AM on race morning. The 10K starts at 9:00 AM, 5K at 9:05 AM, and the Kid's 1-mile (Family Fun Run, non-competitive) at 10:00 AM. Water Stations will be placed at approximately every 1.5 mile mark. There will be plenty of "nutrition" after the race. The Awards Ceremony is also near the Start Line at 10:30AM. Awards are issued to the top 3 runners in both the Men's and Women's categories for all Age Groups in 5-year increments for both the 5K and 10K.

See Course Maps below: Updated 3/24/26 due to construction along apart of the upper Maria Ygnacio Creek.

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