Record Crowds, Early Arrival, and Key Details for Santa Anita 5K
PACKET PICK-UP
Pick up your race bib, t-shirt, and goodie bag. If the event is sold out, there will be no race-day registration—only packet pick-up.
PACKET PICK-UP DETAILS:
- ID Required – Please bring a valid ID to pick up your race packet.
- Picking Up for Someone Else? – Family or friends may pick up for others, but they must bring a copy of the participant’s ID (a photo on a phone is fine).
Friday’s Packet pick-up closes promptly at 6:00 PM!
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP
APRIL 4 | 6:30 – 8 AM
Registration, Packet Pick-Up & Start Line Location:
📍 Santa Anita Race Track Parking Lot – Gate 3 (Google Map Link)
Bib & T-Shirt Pick-Up (Near the Start Line): 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM
** T-shirts will ONLY be available at the start line before the race ** The t-shirt booth will remain open until 10:30 AM, but we encourage you to pick up your shirt before the race to ensure you get your desired size.
⏳ Plan Ahead: Allow at least 90 minutes for heavy traffic & parking!
⚠️ No Gear Check: There is no runner’s gear check at the event. Please arrive early enough to place any personal items in your car before heading to the start line.
KIDS’ RACES
Kids’ races take place in the infield of the racetrack. You do not need to check in at the main start line if you’re only here for the Kids’ 6 Furlong & Homestretch Dash.
Infield Entry Options:
- Enter through the South Battery Entrance & Tunnel
- Enter through Gate 6 off Colorado Place
🕘 Kids’ Race Registration: 9:15 – 9:55 AM in the infield near the black inflatable arch.
- NEW RACE TIME: Kids’ 6 Furlong Race – 10:00 AM
- NEW RACE TIME: Kids’ Homestretch Dash – 10:20 AM
