17th Annual Mardi Gras Madness 5K/10K! - Mardi Gras Madness 10K
Also in this race
These events were grouped as one card in discovery—pick another distance or date without going back.
External Event
Distance
6.2 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
About the Event Join us on Sunday, February 28th, 2027, as the Junior Chamber International of Santa Clarita (JCI) and the Santa Clarita Track Club proudly present the 17th Annual Mardi Gras Madness 5K/10K and Mini Madness 1K — benefiting JCI Santa Clarita and Students Off And Running (SOAR). SOAR provides local youth ages 14–18 with a fully supported Los Angeles Marathon training experience — completely free for participants and their families — and is an Official Featured Charity of the 2027 Los Angeles Marathon. What to Expect Mardi Gras Madness is Santa Clarita’s premier family-friendly run/walk event, offering fun and fitness for all ages! Participants will enjoy a scenic USATF-certified 5K/10K course, chip timing, custom finisher medals, marathon-quality tech shirts, and a vibrant Health & Fitness Expo. The festivities continue with a beer garden, great food, costume contest, games and giveaways, silent auction, celebrity hosts, and live entertainment. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a stroller-pusher, or bringing your furry friend, Mardi Gras Madness welcomes everyone! 🏃♀️ COURSE INFORMATION The MGM course is a USATF-certified, rolling 5K/10K circuit featuring scenic paseos, bridge overpasses, and sections along the beautiful South Fork River Trail. Note: The 10K route includes a dirt equestrian trail from Mile 3.25 to Mile 4.85. 🎟 EARLY PACKET PICKUP Skip the lines and pick up your race materials early! 📍 Saturday, February 27th | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Canyon Club Courtyard (rear entrance near H&M), Valencia Town Center Please bring a valid ID to receive your 2027 Beer Garden wristband. No exceptions. Due to overwhelming demand, onsite registration cannot be guaranteed this year. 🕗 RACE DAY SCHEDULE 6:30 – 8:00 AM - Check-In and Pre-Registration 7:25 AM - 1K Warm-Up 7:30 AM - 1K Start 7:55 AM - 5K/10K Warm-Up 8:00 AM - 5K/10K Start 9:30 AM - Awards Ceremony & Prize Drawings 🏅 AWARDS Top 3 Overall Men & Women (5K & 10K) Top 3 per Age Group: 10 & Under11–1415–1819–2930–3940–4950–5960+Top 3 Team FinishesAll 5K/10K finishers receive a custom medal, t-shirt, and goodie bag! 📍 EVENT DETAILS Date: Sunday, February 28, 2027 Time: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Valencia Town Center, Valencia, CA 91355
Typical conditions
For events around February 2027 in Valencia, CA, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
A 10K benefits from a mix of easy mileage and one quality workout weekly. Build toward a long run of about 8–12 km in the weeks before the event, and keep taper light.
Find more short races near youGetting there
This event is listed in Valencia, CA, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
Know a local group? Host a community run in Valencia
Also in this race
- Feb 28, 2027 · 1:30 PM
- Feb 28, 2027 · 2:00 PM (this one)
- Feb 28, 2027 · 2:00 PM
- Feb 28, 2027 · 2:00 PM
- Feb 28, 2027 · 2:00 PM
