Big Sur River Run is October 24, 2026
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We are thrilled to welcome you back for one of the community’s most beloved traditions. With Highway 1 open and Big Sur more inviting than ever, this year promises to be extra special.
Each year, the Big Sur River Run brings together runners, walkers, families, and friends for one of the most special community events on the coast. Set among the redwoods and along the Big Sur River, the event offers a 5K walk/run and a certified, chip-timed 10K run, all while supporting two vital local organizations: Big Sur Fire and the Big Sur Health Center. Every registration helps support the people and services that keep Big Sur healthy, safe, and strong.
Last year, we celebrated a record-breaking 719 participants. This year, with the road open and excitement building, we are setting our sights even higher — our goal is 1,000 participants!

The run’s beneficiaries, Big Sur Fire and the Big Sur Health Center, have never done more to serve and support our community than in recent years. These critical emergency services need our support more than ever and we encourage you to donate to each organization directly.
Since 1981 two of Big Sur’s most vital institutions have been supported by the generosity of those who love to run. Most who visit Big Sur revel in the remoteness without taking in the impact it has on emergency services. The local Volunteer Fire Department and the Big Sur Health Center both rely on donations to provide support for visitors and residents alike. To date over 30,000 runners have joined the cause, supporting these institutions, and basking in the beauty of Big Sur. Will you join us this year?
Pfieffer Big Sur State Park
As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, the Big Sur River Run donates the proceeds from its running events to local, non-profit organizations.There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our site and take a moment to drop us a line.
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