In 93 days · Sat, Sep 12, 2026
When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
17801 Lake Perris, Perris CA
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
Event Overview
Come join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Lake Perris Dam in Perris, CA as we celebrate the MVRRC Shoe4Africa 5K — a championship in the making!
Hosted by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC), this event brings runners, families, and the community together for a fast, scenic race experience with a purpose.
🏃♂️ Run. Celebrate. Support the mission.
What
Don’t miss Southern California’s best Shoe4Africa fun run tradition!
- Kids Championship: A 1-Mile Kids Championship Race (ages 12 and under)
- 5K Championship: A 5K Championship Race for all levels
- Who: Everyone is welcome — families, walkers, and runners!
Where
Enjoy a historic course along the Dam, known as The Lake Perris Dam.
You’ll pass by the beautiful lake in the cool morning air. It’s a flat course with no traffic, perfect for fast times and first-time runners.
Course
- Start/Finish: Starts and finishes at the Dam area
- Course Type: Flat, long, and closed to traffic
- Ideal For: Great for PRs, kids, and competitive runners
When
- Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Packet Pick-Up: Race day only, starting at 7:30 AM
- Kids 1-Mile Start: 8:15 AM
- 5K Championship Start: 8:30 AM
Awards & Prizes
Kids 1-Mile Championship Race (Ages 12 & Under):
- Awards: Top 3 boys and Top 3 girls
- Bonus: Any kid (boy or girl) who breaks 6 minutes or under in the 1-mile race will win a $50 cash prize
5K Championship (Open Males & Females):
- Cash Prizes: Top 3 Males & Top 3 Females
- 1st: $150
- 2nd: $75
- 3rd: $50
Giveaways:
- Participation Medals: Medals to all participants
- Shirts: First 50 sign-ups will receive a t-shirt
Fees
- Kids 1-Mile: $5.00
- 5K Race: $20.00
- Race Day Fees: All fees are the same on race day.
Race Day Payments Accepted
- Payment Methods: Cash, Venmo, Cash App, Zelle
Park Entrance Fee
- Cost: $20.00 per vehicle to enter Lake Perris State Recreation Area
Contact
For more information, please contact:
Race Director: Henry
Registration
For more details and to register, please visit this link.
Course map
Race-day essentials
Light, simple picks for a fast effort.
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Nathan Peak Running Hydration Waist Pack Belt w/Speed Draw Flask Water Bottle, 18oz/535 ml Push/Pull Race Cap, Expandable Zippered Stretch Pocket
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