Your 2021 Start Line is
3 Races. 4 Medals. 1 Mileage Challenge.
January 1 – May 2
Inspired by our three San José events – the 408K, Shamrock Run & Silicon Valley Half – challenge yourself in 2021 to a virtual journey through San José’s diverse neighborhoods.
Individuals, run crews, corporate teams, your pod, or any group you dream up of are all welcome to participate and inspire one another to level up in 2021, while supporting wonderful causes!
YOUR START LINE
- Choose a San José Race: Pick your distance, earn a locally designed medal & custom bib as well as support our charities.
- Stay Motivated: Participate in the free 408-kilometer (253 miles) challenge from January 1 – May 2.
- Level Up: Register for all three races and earn the bonus San José Series medal.
All registered participants, regardless of registration date will receive their respective event medal(s). Guarantee to receive your medal during race week by registering by:
- 408k – December 15 at 11:59pm PT
- Shamrock Run & SV Half TBD
YOUR JOURNEY
Mileage Challenge (January 1 – May 2)
- Whether you register for one race or all three, you are invited to the interactive 408-kilometer (253.5 miles) challenge open from Saturday, January 1 to Sunday, May 2. This is a FREE challenge to all San José Series participants.
- Challenge your friends and family to see who navigates through San José neighborhoods first or simply use it as motivation to stay consistent throughout the winter and early spring.
- We’ll keep you inspired with custom content as you progress and will also host a Run Local community group to connect everyone on this shared journey.
REAL VIRTUAL RACING™
Races – Real Virtual Racing™
- You’ll have the opportunity to race against one another on real, live courses in San José or choose to race your distance from wherever your start line is. Learn more below on the race dates as well as the 2021 courses.
8K (5 Miles)
Benefits Pat Tillman Foundation Military Veteran Scholarships
5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles)
Benefits San José - Dublin Sister City Program
Half (13.1 miles) or 5K (3.1 miles)
Benefits Silicon Valley Education Foundation
Race Medals
REAL VIRTUAL RACING COURSES
408K (4.97 miles)
Shamrock 10K (6.2 miles)
Shamrock 5K (3.1 miles)
Silicon Valley Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
Silicon Valley 5K (3.1 miles)
RUN LOCAL, GIVE LOCAL
At least 5% of every dollar spent in the Run Local universe goes to partner organizations making a positive impact on our local communities. You are encouraged to further this contribution whenever and wherever you interact with us.
The San José Series events are proud to support the following organizations.
