
Distances & Courses

Distances
The Big 5 Sporting Goods LA 5K is on Saturday, March 14, as part of the Los Angeles Marathon weekend. The course starts and finishes in the shadows of Dodger Stadium. It shares a start line location with the Los Angeles Marathon and winds through Elysian Park to finish steps from Dodger Stadium.
After the LA 5K is one of our favorite events of the weekend: the LA Kids Run. This event is perfect for future marathoners ages 3 - 8.
LA 5K
This fun 5K is open to runners and walkers of all abilities! It is the perfect event for Marathoners looking for a shakeout run the day before and for family and friends who want to be part of the Marathon weekend experience but not up for 26.2 miles!
- Date: March 14, 2026
- Start Time: 8:00am
- Start Line: Dodger Stadium
- Finish Line: Dodger Stadium
Medal & T-Shirt
All registered participants will receive this ASICS technical t-shirt. All finishers will receive this exclusive finisher medal when they cross the Finish Line. 2026 designs will be announced at a later date.
LA Kids Run
Join us for this kid-friendly event returning in March!
- Date: March 14, 2026
- Time: 9:30am
- Location: Dodger Stadium
- Ages: Recommended for kids 3 - 8 years old
- Distance: 1/2km
Finisher Medal & Participant T-Shirt
All registered participants will receive this ASICS technical t-shirt. All finishers will receive this exclusive finisher medal when they cross the Finish Line. 2026 designs will be announced at a later date.