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PRE-REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. DAY OF RACE WALK-UPS WELCOME!
Walk-up Registrations will be $50.
If you've Pre-Registered, please check your email for Race Day Details.
RACE LOCATION:
Woodley Park Section 1, Lake Balboa
6076 Woodley Ave.
Encino, CA 91316
We're thrilled to announce the 16th Annual Run/Walk for WeSPARK 5K/10K happening on Sunday, February 22 at Woodley Park in Lake Balboa! Rally your family, friends, and teammates - it's time to move together in support of WeSPARK Cancer Support Center. With options for every pace and age, there’s truly something for everyone.
Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly day!
- Commemorative T-shirt & Finisher Medal for all 5K/10K registrants
- Age Division Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each group
- NEW! Kaya Medals: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place for our four-legged friends that complete the 5K
- Vendor Expo with community partners
- Raffle prizes & great music
Race Highlights
- Chip-timed 5K & 10K Courses around scenic Lake Balboa - fast, flat, and perfect for seasoned runners or casual walkers.
- Kids FUN RUN (ages 3–11): A short, spirited dash in Woodley Park.
- Stroller-friendly & Dog-friendly (must be on-leash): Bring the whole family!
New this year, all registered dogs can compete for the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place "Kaya Medal” - a special award created in loving memory of Kaya The Husky.
Packet Pick-Up Begins @ 7:30am
Race Begins @ 9:00am
All proceeds benefit WeSPARK Cancer Support Center! Learn more at www.wespark.org
Rain or Shine!
RAFFLE NOW OPEN!
Click HERE to purchase Raffle Tickets & Preview the Exciting Prizes. Winners will be randomly drawn & assigned one of the prizes on Monday, February 23rd at 1pm PT.
Race Day
We're excited to have Mark Walberg back as the event's Master of Ceremonies - the beloved host of Temptation Island, Wheel of Fortune Live, and a proud WeSPARK Board Member! Plus, we're bringing back crowd-favorite performances from the Gay Men's Chorus of LA & the Performing Arts Center!
Our Registration Team is looking forward to checking you in when you arrive at Woodley Park. After check-in, pick-up your Commemorative T-shirt and head over to the Vendor Expo before the race begins. Complete the 5K or 10K, cross the finish line and receive your Finisher Medal. You can even compete to win an Age Division Award! After the race, hydrate with our Water Sponsor, Open Water and meet all our Partners & Vendors back at the Vendor Expo. Enjoy the live DJ and don't forget to purchase your Raffle Tickets for a chance to win some great prizes.
Parking
There is parking along Woodley Ave. or at the following locations - Woodley Park Section 1 Lot at 6076 Woodley Ave. Once the lot is full we'll direct you to 6201 Woodley Ave. (Woodley Park, Apollo 11 Lot across the street).
Course Maps
Train for the Race
Check out these helpful videos:
How to Run Properly
11 Beginner Run Tips
How to Run a 10k
5 Strength & Conditioning Exercises
15 Min. Full Body Stretch
Race Contact Info
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/LosAngeles/RunWalkforWeSPARK.
