1K and 5K
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Boardwalk Fun Run
Lace up your shoes and join the fun with this family-friendly race through the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk!
1K- Ages 12 and Under
5K- Ages 4 and Up
Thank you for making the 2022 Boardwalk Fun Run a successful event!
Check back soon for 2023 race information!
2022 Race Photos and Results
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a non-competitive race that you can experience with friends and family. Every finisher gets a medal! Run, jog, or walk along the course.
1K- Every finisher gets a medal PLUS top finishers from each category get two attractions tickets.
| Top Male | Top Female |
| Ages 0-4 | Ages 0-4 |
| Ages 5-6 | Ages 5-6 |
| Ages 7-8 | Ages 7-8 |
| Ages 9-10 | Ages 9-10 |
| Ages 11-12 | Ages 11-12 |
5K- Every finisher gets a medal PLUS top finishers from each category get two Boardwalk Rides Wristbands.
| Top Male | Top Female |
| Ages 4-8 | Ages 4-8 |
| Ages 10-14 | Ages 10-14 |
| Ages 15-19 | Ages 15-19 |
| Ages 20-24 | Ages 20-24 |
| Ages 25-29 | Ages 25-29 |
| Ages 30-34 | Ages 30-34 |
| Ages 35-39 | Ages 35-39 |
| Ages 40-44 | Ages 40-44 |
| Ages 45-49 | Ages 45-49 |
| Ages 50-54 | Ages 50-54 |
| Ages 55-59 | Ages 55-59 |
| Ages 60-64 | Ages 60-64 |
| Ages 65+ | Ages 65+ |
Parking is available in the Boardwalk’s various parking lots for $20. Street parking is also available.
Starting line is in the Boardwalk Colonnade near the Pirate Ship.
Yes, stick around and enjoy the park! Once you register you will be given a discount code for $15 off Ride Wristbands for race day.
Yes, strollers are allowed.
Yes, we are pleased to offer BibChip timing with a shotgun start.
The event will be held rain or shine. Sorry, we cannot issue refunds. Registrations are non-transferable to another person.
No, for the safety of all participants, we do not allow animals at our race.
Thank You Sponsors!
