The Rabbit Run 5k & OC Challenge Wild Hare 5k IRVINE

Get ready to spring into action at The Rabbit Run 5k & OC Challenge Wild Hare 5k in Irvine, California, on Saturday, April 4, 2026. This popular event offers a unique dual experience for all types of runners. Serious competitors can test their speed in the OC Challenge Wild Hare 5k, a chip-timed race offering age division awards and prize money for top finishers. For those seeking a more festive experience, The Rabbit Run 5k provides an Easter-themed run/walk, complete with an engaging Easter egg hunt along the route, a special Easter prize bag at the finish, and even opportunities for selfies with the Easter Bunny.

Both 3.1-mile (5K) courses are celebrated for being exceptionally flat and fast, utilizing newly paved running paths that weave through beautifully landscaped park paths, around a lake, and alongside farmland attached to a local college. Runners can expect picturesque scenery on an out-and-back course with a twist, sharing the scenic trails with cyclists and dog walkers. Jeffrey Trail Middle School serves as the central hub for the race, hosting the start and finish lines, ample parking, and convenient indoor restrooms. Typical race day conditions in early April feature comfortable highs around 70°F and lows around 54°F, with a minimal 3% chance of precipitation, creating ideal running weather.

Beyond the race itself, participants will receive awesome, soft custom shirts, Easter-themed goodie bags, and a truly unique finisher medal that opens. For those up for the ultimate challenge, registering for both 5Ks allows you to earn two distinct finisher medals. Race day bib pick-up opens at 6:30 AM, with races starting from 8:00 AM, including "The Bunny Dash" for younger runners. This event isn't just about the race; it's a chance to make memories and contribute to a good cause, as proceeds benefit the Ware in the World Foundation, supporting youth through Miss Pam's Ranch.