Boardwalk Fun Run

Swap out your flip flops for running 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

Celebrate your accomplishment with:
• Finisher medal
• Boardwalk treats
• Up to 2 hours of free-play in the Casino Arcade
• $10 off the gate price for a Ride Wristband on race day!

Continue the fun after the race is over! Go on rides, play games and enjoy the beach!

This year a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Nueva Vista Community Youth Center.

Online registration is open until March 27, 2026, or until all spots are filled.

There will be no on-site registration on the day of the event—Advance registration is required.

You may also like the following events from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk:

• Next month, 21st February, 10:00 am, Clam Chowder Cook-Off in Santa Cruz
• This March, 13th March, 04:00 pm, Boardwalk Spring Girl Scout Overnight in Santa Cruz
• This March, 20th March, 04:00 pm, Boardwalk Spring Scout Overnight in Santa Cruz

Also check out other Sports events in Santa Cruz, Nonprofit events in Santa Cruz.