The Valley Race – 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon

The Valley Race – 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon

Race Date

May 23, 2026

Location

Van Nuys, CA

The Experience

High Tide Runs has made it to The Valley! THE Valley. The one and only The Valley. Now...let's represent the 818 with an amazing event of community and running! Race Details Location: Woodley Park, 6076 Woodley Ave, Encino, CA Parking: Free parking in the lot; more is available on Woodley Ave

Event Schedule 6:20am – Bib pick-up opens 7:00am – Half marathon & 10k start 7:30am – 5k start 7:35am – Registration & start line close 10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)

Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

Courses 5k route: Runners do one loop – route here 10k route: Runners do two loops - route here Half Marathon: Runners do two loops plus the 10k route – route here

More about the Course The race routes go across the grass, under the road through a tunnel, and enter the park. The 5k loops the lake and returns. The 10k and half head to the other side of the park, going under the bridge, and then journey back along a different path.

Our courses are on open paths so please be considerate of other park users!

On-Course Support Multiple water stations are located along the routes. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, electrolytes, and other snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk and runner turn signs

Final Details Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics! Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag. Awards: All finishers earn a race medal. 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance. Results & Photos: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free!

Join Us Again: Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, San Diego, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Start Location

6350 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA, 91436

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

52'

Elevation Loss

51'

Max Elevation

743'

Net Drop/km

-0.05 m

Separation

6.8%

Also Offers

5K10K

USATF Certified Course

CA18028DT · Expires 2028 · Silicon Valley Half Marathon

Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change.

Course Map

1 other map for this race

Historical Performance

Median Finish

2:06:46

9:41/mi

Winning Time

1:32:08

7:02/mi

Finishers (2025)

34

States Represented

4 / 50

Gender Split

50% Female50% Male

Finish Time Distribution

1:303:20

FASTER 25%

1:48:06

MEDIAN

2:06:46

SLOWER 25%

2:22:54

Average runner age: 34

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

55°

Afternoon (High)

76°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

66%

Humidity

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