We Run Oakland: For Our Children

We Run Oakland: For Our Children 2026

We Run Oakland: For Our Children 2026 is a charity 5K organized by DO & A Sista's Touch to raise awareness about human trafficking. The event is presented as the ninth annual 5K and is set for Saturday, August 22, 2026. The series focuses on the impact of human trafficking on the Oakland/Bay Area African-American community and states a mission to cultivate Black Excellence through the inspiration of African-American women. Organizers list Lake Merritt Amphitheater as the place, while the race location and route are noted as TBD. The stated goals for 2026 include increasing registrations by at least 10% and reaching more than 275 registrations.

Events and registration

The event offers in-person and virtual participation options and includes free supporting entries and a free child entry with no swag. Distances and entry types listed include:

• 5K in-person with age divisions (Child 5K 5-10; Youth 5K 11-18; Adult 5K 19 and older)
• 5K / 3.25 miles virtual option ("5K Your Way") where participants choose location and activity

Posted entry fees show a tiered in-person price range of $18.20 to $28.20 (includes a $3.20 fee), a virtual entry price of $39.25 (includes a $4.25 fee), and free supporting participation. Registration for the free supporting option opens August 9, 2026; the free child entry registration ends August 22, 2026. Virtual participants may enter results through September 23, 2026. Additional event information is linked to the organizer's site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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