MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 - Los Angeles
Santa Monica, California, United States
Jan 16, 2027 - Saturday
1mi, 5k, 10k, Half-marathon, Fun Run
Race Information
Join the Best Races' annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Run! Gather and honor the legacy of Dr. King and his enduring commitment to justice, equality, and peace. Together, you can honor Dr. King’s dream and inspire one another to continue striving for a better world. Run with purpose and passion!
Forget the massive, impersonal race-day crowds. Best Races runs keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or virtual run, you'll get the warmth of a hometown event.
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ 5K/10K Los Angeles
📍Los Angeles - Saturday December 12, 2026
🎄 A Holiday Running Tradition Returns to Los Angeles
😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Official 2026 commemorative participant shirt
✅ Exclusive retro TV spinner finisher medal
✅ Festive Peanuts® holiday atmosphere
✅ A one-of-a-kind way to kick off the Christmas season
The official 2026 ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ 5K/10K is coming back to Los Angeles, bringing runners together for a festive celebration inspired by one of the most beloved holiday classics of all time!
🎁 The official 2026 race swag has been revealed, including an exclusive participant shirt and collectible spinner finisher medal waiting for you at the finish.
Whether you're chasing a PR or making memories with family and friends, this is more than another race on the calendar - it's a Los Angeles holiday tradition!
🚨 Los Angeles Runners Are Signing Up Early
Registration has been incredible since opening, and every city in the five-stop series is currently pacing WELL ahead of last year's sellout trend.
Don't wait until the holiday season to make your plans. Secure your spot now, beat the next tiered price increase, and join the start line in Los Angeles on December 12!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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