Sunday, May 2, 2027 · Lake Merritt, Oakland, CA
Aztec Run for Education
Join us for a 5K run and walk around Lake Merritt at 9:00 am. The loop is one of the oldest and most beloved race courses in Northern California: flat, scenic, and wheelchair friendly. Hosted by the Spanish Speaking Citizens' Foundation, serving the community since 1965. All paces and abilities are welcome. Funds raised support SSCF's educational programs.
Registration is now open
Summer Promotional: The Earlier You Register, The More You Save! Why pay full price when you don't have to? Register this summer and score some serious savings on your registration fee. All discounts apply to adult ($55), youth ($30), and senior ($40) standard fees.Don't wait. The summer promotional ends September 30, 2026! After that, early bird pricing kicks in through March 31, 2027. Either way, the sooner you sign up, the more you save.
July 2026
50% off
AZTEC50
August 2026
25% off
AZTEC25
September 2026
15% off
AZTEC15
Registration Fees
Early bird pricing: October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. 5K run/walk, in-person or virtual. Can't make it in person? No problem. Virtual participation is available too. Register by April 16, 2027 to guarantee your T-shirt size. (Trust us, you'll want one.)
Child 13 & under
$10
Through race day
Youth 14-24
$25
Early bird · $30 standard
Adult 25-64
$50
Early bird · $55 standard
Senior 65+
$35
Early bird · $40 standard
The Course: Lake Merritt, Bellevue Ave
Get ready for a gorgeous 5K loop around beautiful Lake Merritt, one of the oldest and most beloved race courses in all of Northern California. Flat, scenic, and a great time whether you're racing for a PR or enjoying a morning walk. The course is wheelchair friendly and open to all paces and abilities. Race packets will not be mailed in advance, so come ready to run!
Learn more about the race
Register by April 16 to guarantee your T-shirt size. Awards go to top overall, Masters (50+), and age-group finishers, and every finisher gets a participant T-shirt. You can also register in person Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at SSCF, 1470 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland, CA, or by mail to On Your Mark, PO Box 1199, Arnold, CA 95223.
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