She.is.beautiful Santa Cruz 5k and 10k
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Event overview
The 16th Annual She.is.beautiful Santa Cruz 5k and 10k takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, on Bay Street in Santa Cruz, California. The event offers two distance options and is organized by She.is.beautiful, a project founded and directed by two sisters with a mission to help people move forward physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The event includes monthly community meet-ups and training sessions in the lead-up to the May race date.
- 5K
- 10K
Fundraising and logistics
The event supports local nonprofit partners, including Walnut Avenue Family & Women’s Center in Santa Cruz and Girls Incorporated of the Greater Santa Barbara Area. A fundraising page for Walnut Avenue shows $4,474.79 raised toward a $35,000 goal (about 13% raised). Entry fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable; participants may be offered an enhanced refund protection option during registration. Merchandise pricing includes shipping, and participants can select a t-shirt or tank top as a finisher item. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.