How To Register
How To Register
Registration is available online at https://runsignup.com/ppierun
What Your Event Registration Includes
Entry to the 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K events include:
- Short sleeve 100% cotton event t-shirt (option to upgrade to a technical t-shirt, available in men’s and women’s sizing)
- Finisher medal
- Chip timing (5K/10K only) & keepsake bib
- Eligibility for overall and age group awards (5K/10K only)
Entry to the Kids’ Challenge (ages 3-10, 1/4 Mile Run) includes:
- Short sleeve event t-shirt
- Keepsake event bib & finisher medal
Virtual participants will receive a short sleeve event t-shirt, finisher medal, and race bib.
PLEASE NOTE: T-shirts are available while styles and sizes last. Those registering late (race week and race weekend) should note that your desired size and/or cut may not be available when you register. We encourage early registration to ensure you receive your size.
Entry Fees
Entry fees are determined by the date of registration, entry type, and age of the participant. They are as follows:
2 Mile and 5K:
- On or before March 3, 2024: $40 for ages 18 and up, $34 for kids
- March 4 – April 1: $45 for ages 18 and up, $39 for kids
- April 2 – April 25: $50 for ages 18 and up, $44 for kids
- April 26 – April 28: $55 for ages 18 and up, $49 for kids
10K
- On or before March 3, 2024: $45 for ages 18 and up, $39 for kids
- March 4 – April 1: $50 for ages 18 and up, $44 for kids
- April 2 – April 25: $55 for ages 18 and up, $49 for kids
- April 26 – April 28: $60 for ages 18 and up, $54 for kids
Kids’ Challenge (ages 3-10, 1/4 Mile)
- On or before March 3, 2024: $17
- March 4 – April 1: $20
- April 2 – April 25: $23
- April 26 – April 28: $26
Virtual Participant
- On or before March 3, 2024: $40
- March 4 – April 1: $45
- April 2 – April 25: $50
Note: A processing fee will be added to each entry by the online registration provider.
Pleasanton Unified School District Employees
All staff employed by the PUSD are offered a reduced-rate entry. Those registering with PUSD pricing (“PUSD 5K,” “PUSD 10K,” or “PUSD 2 Mile” categories) must show their PUSD ID Badge at Packet Pick Up to receive bib and t-shirt. If registering on race weekend, must bring ID badge to register. We kindly ask all PUSD employees to register before 4/25 if possible, for a smoother registration process for everyone.
Virtual Participation
Our ‘Virtual Participant” category exists for those who are unable to attend in-person on event day (Sunday, April 28, 2024) but would still like to support the cause. Those registering for this category are invited to complete their 2 Mile, 3.1 mile, or 10K run or walk anytime between April 21 and May 10th. Your elapsed time may be uploaded to our results server at https://results.changeofpace.com (uploading a finish time is optional, not required). Virtual Participants may pick up their packet (shirt, bib, medal) at our packet pick up on Saturday, April 27 or at our offices following the event (time/dates TBA). Virtual packets are not mailed.
Refund Policy
All entries are non-refundable and non-transferable and may not be deferred to another event or year. Participants who register and become unable to attend may transfer to their entry to a friend or family member through April 25, using the “gift transfer” option within their runsignup account. Event happens rain, shine, or wind. Refunds are not provided to “no shows” nor to participants who ‘downgrade’ their distance (e.g., 10K to 5K). Event organizers reserve the right to delay the event start, postpone, or cancel the event if weather or other community conditions exist that pose a safety threat to the event participants, volunteers, staff, law enforcement, or community. Refunds will not be provided in the case of a delay, postponement, or cancellation.
Course Info & Maps
General Course Information
The 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K routes are loop courses that start and finish at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. All three courses start at a mutual start line, and finish at a separate, mutual finish line. Participants are advised to know their race route in advance to help ensure they complete the correct route. The color-code provided race ‘bib’ number should be pinned to the front of the body on the outermost layer of clothing so that course marshals can direct participants appropriately while on the course.
Changing distances (e.g. from 5K to 2 Mile) is permitted, however must be done in advance. Email us to change your distance (by April 25); modify your distance within your runsignup account (by April 25), or visit the Problems & Solutions line at registration during race weekend to have your distance changed in the database. Even if you are not concerned about your finish time or place, if you complete the event registered for a different distance than you finish, it has the ability to ‘throw off’ other participant’s times and affect other participant’s age group placements and awards.
The 5K and 10K are timed events and timing chips will be affixed to the back of your race bib. Prizes will be awarded to the overall winners by gender in the 5K and 10K as well as to the top three finishers by gender in each age group. The 2 Mile and Kids Challenge are not timed nor scored and no prizes will be awarded. All finishers in each distance will receive a finisher medal.
Start Times
- 7:50 am – 10K (6.2 Mile)
- 8:00 am – 2 Mile and 5K (3.1 mile)
- 9:15 am – Kids 1/4 Mile Challenge
- Start Times are subject to change
- Late starts are not permitted. Arrive early! If you arrive late you will not be able to run due to the roads reopening to vehicular traffic.
Course Maps
- Courses are subject to change.
- View a PDF of the 2024 course map here.
Other course rules:
- No dogs or other animals are permitted at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, except for service dogs. Thus, dogs are not permitted to participate in the Run for Education.
- Strollers are permitted in the 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K. Infants/toddlers in the stroller do not need to be registered, however, will not receive a t-shirt or finisher medal.
- Bikes, scooters, wagons, rollerblades, roller skates, hula hoops, sports balls, and skateboards are not permitted in any division.
- Wheelchairs and other mobility devices are permitted in the 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K.
- Participants must start at the designated start time for their division; early and late starts are not available.
- Unregistered participants (except children in strollers) are not permitted on the 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K courses. For the Kids’ Challenge, one parent may run/walk with younger children, however, must start in the back.
Maps
Packet Pick Up
Packet Pick Up
A pre-race packet pick up will be held on Saturday, April 27th at Amador Valley High School from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. During this time participants will be able to pick up their race bib and t-shirt. Virtual participants may also pick up their finisher medal. During packet pick up, you may pick up for friends and family; photo ID is not required. PUSD Staff who registered with the PUSD Staff discount are reminded to bring their PUSD ID to receive their race bib.
Race Day Pick Up
Those unable to attend the pre-race Packet Pick Up may check in at our registration area at the Alameda County Fairgrounds on race day to receive their shirt and bib. Plan to arrive at the registration booth 75 minutes before your race start if you are picking up on race morning. Race day pick up is held near the finish line at the Fairgrounds.
Getting There
The event is held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.
- Yellow Gate (entering on foot)
4501 Pleasanton Avenue - Gate 8 (Vehicle Parking)
2005 Valley Avenue, Gate 8
There are four ways you can get to the event:
- Drive
- Walk (if you live nearby)
- Bike
- Take Rideshare / have someone drop you off
Walking to the Event
All people walking to the event should enter the Fairgrounds property via the Yellow
Gate at 4501 Pleasanton Avenue.
Bike Parking
Bike parking is available at the Yellow Gate, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue.
Drop Off Locations
Pleasanton Middle School (5001 Case Avenue)
Pleasanton City Offices (123 Main Street) – enter from Bernal Ave. to avoid closures
Driving To The Event & Parking
Those driving to the event have three options for parking a vehicle:
– Downtown Pleasanton – on City streets or in City lots (free; note restrictions)
– Pleasanton Middle School (free)
– Alameda County Fairgrounds property ($15.00 fee, see below)
Driving To The Event & Parking
- Downtown: walk to the event using sidewalks & crosswalks, enter at Yellow Gate
Fairgrounds Property: - Pre-purchase parking pass: alameda.saffire.com/p/pages/ppie-general-parking
Fee is $15.00 per vehicle
– Cashless venue; bring debit/credit card - Pleasanton Middle School: walk to event using sidewalks. Cross Bernal Ave. at Pleasanton Ave. Be mindful of vehicles on Pleasanton Ave.; use sidewalks. Enter at Yellow Gate.
Parking
Parking on Event Day
Alameda County Fairgrounds will be assessing a $15/vehicle parking fee on race day to park on their property. If parking at the Fairgrounds, please enter from either gate on Valley Ave. You may not access parking off Pleasanton Avenue and the ACE train lot on Pleasanton Avenue will be closed. Participants may also opt to park in Downtown Pleasanton and walk to the Main Gate; or at Bernal Community Park, Pleasanton Middle School, or Hearst Elementary. If seeking parking downtown, please be sure to abide by ‘no parking’ signs on Rose Avenue, Spring Street, Main Street, and First Street.
Pre-purchase your parking pass from the Fairgrounds at this link.
If purchasing on event day, please note that they are a cashless venue and only accept credit cards if you are purchasing your parking at the gate.
Parking address to use for mapping purposes: 2005 Valley Avenue, Gate 8, Pleasanton, CA 94566
Age Groups & Awards
The 5K and 10K are timed events, and awards will be presented to the top three finishers per gender (male, female, nonbinary). Age group awards will be based on net (elapsed) time. Age divisions for the 5K will be: 7 and Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Age divisions for the 10K will be 11 and Under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. The Overall winners (top finisher per gender across the finish line) will be recognized based on Gun Time.
The 2 Mile and Kids Challenge are not timed nor scored and no prizes will be awarded.
Results
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to questions we are frequently asked.
Q: My eleven year old daughter would like to run/walk the 2 Mile event. May I run alongside her during the event without registering?
A: No. You will also need to be registered for the 2 Mile event.
Q: Is it possible to register in-person and pay with cash?
A: We accept in-person entries at both our Packet Pick Up (April 27) and on race morning (April 28). Please note, however, that entry fees are higher on race weekend.
Q: Are any of the courses USATF Certified?
A: No, however, they are measured accurately.
Q: I am registered for the 5K but would like to switch to the 2 Mile. How do I do this?
A: You may go about this one of three ways:
- Log in to your runsignup.com account (use link in your confirmation email), navigate to the Pleasanton Run for Education, select your entry and ‘manage’ it, then ‘change your event’. Deadline for changes: April 25
- Send us an email with your name and the change you would like made, and we will do it for you. Deadline: April 26
- Go to the problems & solutions line at either Packet Pick Up or on race morning at the registration booth and request the change to be made. We encourage this option to be used only if the change is last-minute; if at all possible, please submit division changes in advance.
Q: I cannot remember if I registered for the event or not. Help!!
A: You can use the Participant Look Up tool on our online registration site here to check if you are registered.
Q: I am a PUSD employee. How do I receive the discounted entry?
A: When registering, select the option that is labeled “PUSD Employee” – they are toward the bottom of the list.
Q: I am not a runner, but I would like to support the event. What do you suggest?
A: This event is not just for people who run – every year we have hundreds of walkers in the 5K (3.1 miles) and 2 Mile. Outside of registering for the event, one can also support PPIE by being a Virtual Participant (you’ll receive the event t-shirt and finisher medal), by making a direct donation (here), or by volunteering either before event day or on the day of the race itself.
Q: I would like to pay for my employees to support PPIE and participate in the event. Is this feasible?
A: Yes! This is what we call “Sponsoring a Company Team” – the levels that you can participate are outlined below. Email us to set this up here.
SENIOR LEVEL …………………$2000
• 40 complimentary race entries, • Complimentary 20’x20’ hospitality space in the post-race team area.
JUNIOR LEVEL …………………$1000
• 20 complimentary race entries, • Complimentary 20’x20’ hospitality space in the post-race team area.
SOPHOMORE LEVEL …………$500
• 10 complimentary race entries, • Complimentary 10’x10’ hospitality space in the post-race team area.
FRESHMEN LEVEL……………..$250
• 5 complimentary race entries
Participant Correspondence
View a copy of e-mails sent to registered participants:
- March 28, 2024: Finisher Medal Preview, Race Weekend Start Times, Parking Info
Date: Sunday, April 28, 2024
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds
Distances: 2 Mile, 5K, 10K, Kids 1/4 Mile
Start Times:
- 10K – 7:50 am
- 5K/2 Mile – 8:00 am
- Kids Challenge – 9:15 am