Empire Runners Club upcoming events

SOAR with Empire Express Youth Running Club - Spring Program (May 05, 2026)

Tue, 05 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

SOAR with Empire Express Youth Running Club

Our coaches believe in creating a fun and healthy environment in which each athlete can develop at a rate individually appropriate for them. Our practices are challenging which will help build self-motivation in our leaders of the future. We use running as a means to empower strong and confident kids. All ability levels are welcome.

Spring Program:

Empire Express practice takes place at Rincon Valley Community Park(Badger Rd side under the trees near the parking lot). Runs will vary in distance.

This program is ideally designed for children ages 11-13 or entering 6-8th grade.

Dates/Times:

May 5 - May 28*

Tuesday/Thursday 3:30-5:00 PM.

*May include entry to a local race at end of session. Details TBA.

Registration closes April 26^th.

Cost:
$129 per child for ERC members / $145 per child for non-ERC members.

Group size: Minimum of 4 and maximum of 15.

Our Purpose
To instill the love and simplicity of running in children through games, drills, and movement. SOAR (Strength, Optimism, Awareness, Respect) components will be woven into our practices.

Please contact Coach Raylene at youthrunning@empirerunners.org with any questions.

Jackrabbit Derby (3 mile XC run) & 1K Bunny Hop - ERC events (May 17, 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

30th annual

Jackrabbit Derby
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Spring Lake Regional Park

Both races start and finish in the field next to the Jackrabbit parking area.

8:00 am: 1K Bunny Hop for kids 10 & under (paved bike path)
8:15 am: 3 mile XC race (dirt trails and paved bike paths)

Online registration closes Friday, May 15th.

Empire Runners Club members - Free
Non-members: $25

Race Day registration

All runners - add $20 to above prices

Bunny Hop: just show up and run!

Registration fees are not refundable unless event is canceled.

Questions? Contact events@empirerunners.org

Past Results
Records
Derby Course Map (downloadable pdf)

Bob Shor Summer Track Series Meet 1 (June 9th), Meet 2 (June 23rd), and Meet 3 (July 7th) (June 09, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:45:00 GMT

39th, 2026

Empire Runners Club
Bob Shor Summer Track Series Meet 1 (June 9th), Meet 2 (June 23rd), and Meet 3 (July 7th)

Registration is for ALL 3 Track Meets - Tuesday June 9^th, Tuesday June 23rd, and Tuesday July 7^th

5:15 pm to 6:30 pm: Bib pick up and late registration open.

5:45 pm: Free un-timed 100 & 200 meter races for kids 7 & under (No entry fee but parent must register and sign waiver before race). This is a fun non-competitive event. No times will be recorded.

6:00-8:00 pm (approx.): Timed races for all runners 8 & over

Order of events, runners 8 and older:

6:00 pm Mile (3 heats)

100 meter

800 meter

200 meter

400 meter

Long race:

June 9^th, 3000 meter

June 23rd, 2-mile

July 7th, 5000 meter

4x400 meter Relay

Registration and Fees:

Register once online for all three meets!!!

ER Club Members: FREE online if preregistered before the 1st track meet, June 9th.

Note: If you join the club online, you must also register online for the Summer Track series separately.

We encourage all participants to consider becoming an Empire Runner's Club member for $12 as a youth or $36 as an adult, which includes free race registration year-round to multiple events and additional opportunities.

NON-Members: $25 online

NON-Members UNDER 18 - $10.00

Kids 7 or under – FREE (registration not required)

(for Kids 7 and under we only have two events, the 100M and 200M)

Race Day: Members that sign up online are still Free. Members that want to pay cash AND non-members: 25.00. Under 18 is still $10.00

**SPECIAL NOTE: We will not be using historical bib numbers. Pick up your bib with your new number at the event. Your bib number is for all three track meets this year.

**Also, no strollers or dogs on the track.

Notes:
This is a fun, family-friendly event, staffed entirely by volunteers. It is intended to simulate a high school track meet in tone and accuracy. It is a great way to introduce younger kids to our sport, serious athletes to test their training progress and for the old timers to relive the glory days.
We make every attempt to keep track of times and report them properly within one week on our website. If you really want an extremely accurate guaranteed-reliable time for your personal record, please bring a friend with a timer dedicated just to you, or wear your own watch.
Any child under 8 years old who would like to compete in an adult race must receive prior permission from the race director.
Registration fees are not refundable unless event is canceled.
No dogs or other pets allowed on school property.

Past Results

Records

Questions? Problems registering? Contact events@empirerunners.org.

SOAR with Empire Express Youth Running Club - Summer Program (July 01, 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

SOAR with Empire Express Youth Running Club

Summer Program:

Empire Express practice takes place at Rincon Valley Community Park(Badger Rd side under the trees near the parking lot). Runs will vary in distance.

This program is ideally designed for children ages 11-13 or entering 6-8th grade.

Dates/Times:

July (exact Dates TBD)

Tuesday/Thursday 3:30-5:00 PM.

*May include entry to a local race at end of session. Details TBA.

Registration closes TBD

Cost:
$129 per child for ERC members / $145 per child for non-ERC members.

Group size: Minimum of 4 and maximum of 15.

Please contact Coach Raylene at youthrunning@empirerunners.org with any questions.

Kenwood Footrace 10K & 3K (July 04, 2026)

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

The oldest 10k Footrace in California

(and maybe the most challenging!)

53nd Kenwood Footrace
4th of July

Race Schedule:
July 3:
Packet Pick-up at Fleet Feet Santa Rosa: 10am - 5pm
Last Day for online registration

July 4:
7:30am 3K Start
7:33am: 10K Start
9am: Awards Ceremony and Scholarship Distribution

Kenwood Footrace Website
Volunteer
Sponsor

Questions? Contact

kenwoodfootrace@empirerunners.org

we encourage all participants to consider becoming an Empire Runner's Club member for $12 as a youth or $36 as an adult, which includes free race registration year-round to multiple events (excluding Kenwood Footrace) and additional opportunities.

Salmon Creek Beach Runs - 5 miles and 2 miles (ERC event) (August 02, 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The 48th annual
Salmon Creek Beach Run

Sunday, August 2, 10 am

Salmon Creek State Beach
5-mile and 2-mile races on the sand

**REGISTRATION CLOSES AUGUST 1st!**

Post race picnicking encouraged (but no services or supplies will be provided). Please note that there are no fires, bbq's, or dogs allowed on the beach

This event is hosted by the Bohn Family. For more information contact E. J. Bohn at 537–0513 (before 8:00pm) or by email at ejrun23@gmail.com.

PAST RESULTS

Registration questions? Contact events@empirerunners.org

Phil Widener Empire Open 3.4 miles (ERC event) (August 30, 2026)

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:45:00 GMT

33rd annual

Phil Widener Empire Open

Sunday, August 30, 2026

PA/USATF Cross Country

3.4 miles

rugged dirt trails

a bit of asphalt bike path

a few short hills

and some wicked competition

3 races:
Women's Open: 8:45 am
Men's Masters (40 and older): 9:30 am
Men's Open: 10:30 am

Please plan to arrive early to avoid backups at the park entrance kiosk. Carpool if possible.

$1500 PRIZE PURSE FOR USATF MEMBERS AND TEAMS

Online registration

deadline to register Thursday, August 27th
Free for ERC members
$25 for non-members
Free for PAUSATF comped athletes (must have been awarded comped entry for the 2025 XC season by the PAUSATF)
We encourage all participants to consider becoming an Empire Runner's Club member for $12 as a youth or $36 as an adult, which includes free race registration year-round to multiple events and additional opportunities.

Mail in Registration

Must be received by Wednesday, August 26th. Send check payable to Empire Runners to: Empire Open
1350A Yulupa Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
$25 for member/non-members
Free for PAUSATF comped athletes (must have been awarded comped entry for the 2026 XC season by the PAUSATF)

NO RACE DAY ENTRIES. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Entry fees are not refundable unless the event is canceled.

Confirmation email is your proof of registration.

Comp'd athletes (USATF past champions), please choose comp'd athlete registration form.

Volunteer

https://forms.gle/rcPqLUKvFibvJ8e27

Past Results

Records

Course Map

Questions? Contact events@empirerunners.org

Annadel Loop (ERC event) (September 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

40TH ANNUAL

Annadel Loop

A challenging 6.45-mile trail race in the hills of Annadel State Park

Sunday, September 6, 2025
8am Start for 1st Wave

Note: Race start is in the State Park parking lot, NOT at Cobblestone Trailhead as in years past.

Online registration open through 5PM Saturday, September 5th.

Staggered Start Times
Runners receive head starts based on age and gender.

Awards for the top 13 Finishers!!

Carpooling and dispersed parking are highly encouraged as there is limited space in the parking lot at the end of Channel Dr. Consider parking on Montgomery Dr, on Violetti etc. and using the jog down Channel Dr as your warm up.

Questions? Contact events@empirerunners.org

Past Results

2025 Annadel Loop Course Map

Volunteer at the race

RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS NOW AVAILABLE (for an additional $20)!

Limited to first 100 runners registered.

There are no refunds unless the event is cancelled.

McGuire's Breakfast Challenge: 3K & 8K Runs (ERC event) (November 29, 2026)

Sun, 29 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

46th annual

McGuire's Breakfast Runs

3K & 8K Races

Two events - run for fun or as competitive as you like. The races are run consecutively - the 3K is first and the 8K will begin as soon as the 3K is complete. You are welcome to run one or both events.

No divisional awards at these events (but sometimes we have a small treat for finishers).

Breakfast potluck immediately following the 8k race. Please bring a breakfast food / drink item to share (and your own plates and utensils if at all possible). The potluck will be indoors in the school auditorium.

We encourage all participants to consider becoming an Empire Runner's Club member which includes free race registration year-round to multiple events and additional opportunities.

$12 as a youth
$36 as an adult
$48 for a family,

3k RUN COURSE | COURSE MAP

Start in front of Hidden Valley Elementary School.
Run South on Bonita Vista Lane.
Take a right on Chanate Road.
Right on Parker Hill Road.
Right on Leete Avenue.
Turn right on Aaron Drive.
Turn left on Sleepy Hollow Drive.
Turn right on Bonita Vista Lane.
Finish in front of Hidden Valley Elementary School.

8k RUN COURSE | COURSE MAP

Start in front of Hidden Valley Elementary School.
Run North on Bonita Vista Lane.
Turn Left of Deer Park Drive.
Turn Right on Sleepy Hollow Drive.
Turn Right on Aaron Drive.
Turn Left on Leete Avenue.
Turn Right on Parker Hill Road.
Right on Fountaingrove Parkkway.
Continue up Fountaingrove Parkway and take the Chanate Rd. exit
Turn Right on Chanate Road.
Turn Right on Bonita Vista Lane.
Finish in front of Hidden Valley Elementary School

The Last 10K & Final 2-Mile (ERC event) (December 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The 47th Annual

LAST 10K and FINAL 2-MILE

The Last 10k is Empire Runners last race of the calendar year. You will run on paved paths and trails during the race. Finish the race with an Empire Runner mug of hot chocolate and enjoy the company of the club runners.

Saturday, Dec. 5

Location: Howarth Park 630 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95405

10k race begins at 8am, 2 Mile race begins at 8:10am

Online Registration closes 5PM Friday 12/4/2026

Empire Runners: Free

Non-members: $25

Race Day registration: add $20 to above prices.

Our club is made of volunteers. Want to help out and earn 75 Grand Prix points

Volunteer for this Race!

Course for 10k (Strava and GPX):

Directions for the 10k course:

Start at Camp Watam

Run from Howarth Park to Spring Lake Park. Mile 1 is before the dam

Veer Left at the Chin-up bars to trail

Cross over Violetti Entrance to Trail

Left at Swim Lagoon

Run paved Path to Railroad Bridge (near Rough Go Trail

U Turn and take a left towards Hoen Exit

Run THROUGH Campground towards Boat Ramp

Turn Right at the first trail and run over the dam

turn Left and run down along lake

Follow Fishermans Trail turn left back to Howarth Park

Finish at First picnic table at Howarth Park (near parking lot)

Past Results

Questions? Contact

events@empirerunners.org