100% Proceeds to Charity

MIDWAY SHELTER 5K & 10K

December 5, 2026 • Bay Farm Island

Run for those who need it most. This holiday season, lace up for Midway Shelter and help provide meals, housing, and hope for families in our community.

BENEFITING MIDWAY SHELTER

Serving Alameda families since 1985

$125K+

Raised to Date

500+

Families Helped

Years Running

RUN FOR A CAUSE

Every registration helps families in need

307

Days

Hours

Mins

Secs

10K

6.2 miles

$50

5K

3.1 miles

$40

Complete Registration

Making a Difference

YOUR IMPACT

Every step you take helps provide essential services to families and individuals experiencing homelessness.

15K+

Meals Served Annually

200+

People Housed Each Year

85%

Housing Success Rate

Years Serving Alameda

BAY FARM ISLAND

Run through the quiet, scenic paths of Bay Farm Island. Our course winds along the shoreline with beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay - flat and fast, perfect for all abilities.

Flat, fast course

Scenic bay views

Free parking

Family friendly

RUN FOR THE ANIMALS

Every dollar raised goes directly to Midway Shelter, providing care, shelter, and hope for animals and families in need in our community.

CHARITY IMPACT

Your registration makes a real difference in Alameda. Here's what your entry fee supports:

FUNDRAISING GOAL 2026

COMING SOON

Donation totals will be updated here

The Route

COURSE DETAILS

Detailed course information coming soon

ROUTE DESCRIPTION

Scenic Bay Farm Island course. Detailed turn-by-turn description will be published closer to race day.

SURFACE TYPE

Paved paths along the shoreline. Family-friendly and accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.

ELEVATION PROFILE

Flat course with minimal elevation change. Perfect for runners of all abilities.

Race Day

EVENT SCHEDULE

6:30 AM

PARKING OPENS

Free parking at Bay Farm Island

7:00 AM

PACKET PICKUP

Pick up your bib and timing chip

8:00 AM

10K START

6.2 miles along Bay Farm Island

8:15 AM

5K START

3.1 miles along the shoreline

9:30 AM

AWARDS CEREMONY

Top 3 male/female in each age group

10:30 AM

COURSE CLOSES

Post-race celebration wraps up

Your Registration

WHAT'S INCLUDED

FINISHER MEDAL

Custom holiday medal for all finishers

RACE SHIRT

Long-sleeve tech shirt for winter running

POST-RACE FOOD

Warm holiday treats at the finish

CHIP TIMING

Professional timing with live results

AID STATIONS

Water and electrolytes on course

FREE PARKING

Ample parking at Bay Farm Island

Plan Ahead

RACE DAY LOGISTICS

PARKING

Free parking at Bay Farm Island. Parking map will be provided in your race packet email.

START LOCATION

Bay Farm Island shoreline path. Exact start line coordinates will be shared via email before the event.

GEAR CHECK

Free gear check near the start/finish area. December weather can be chilly - bring warm layers!

RESTROOMS

Portable restrooms at the start/finish area and at aid stations along the course.