Splash Dash 5k (& Dry Run 5k) at Wild Rivers
Get ready for a 'cool' summer run at Wild Rivers Waterpark with the Splash Dash 5k and Dry Run 5k on Sunday, August 23, 2026. This event offers two distinct 5k courses:
- SPLASH DASH 5k: Experience the thrill of running through the lazy river for the last 600 yards, with water up to 2.5 feet deep.
- DRY RUN 5k: Prefer to stay dry? This option avoids the water section.
Both courses are 3.1 miles and offer a fun, competitive, or casual race experience. All participants receive a unique finisher medal, a choice of a custom event beach towel or t-shirt, and are eligible for age division awards.
Kid's Ducky Dash: A special 1/2 mile (400 meters / 200 yards) dash for kids, which includes running through a kiddie pool wading area. All kids receive towels/shirts and finisher medals.
Food Drive: This event is also a food drive for South County Outreach. Participants are encouraged to bring at least 2 canned goods or a $5 cash donation. Most needed items include canned fruit, canned fish/meat, and jelly.
Wild Rivers Discount: Participants can get discounted entry into Wild Rivers Waterpark for $39.99 on event day by purchasing tickets online in advance using code SPLASHDASH. Show your race bib at the gate for entry.
Race Day Schedule:
- 6:30 am: Registration Opens, Canned Goods/Donations accepted.
- 7:45 am: Ducky Dash for kids.
- 8:00 am: Mass Start for SPLASH DASH 5k / DRY RUN 5k.
- 9:00 am: Awards Ceremony begins.
- All participants must be off the course by 9:30 am.
Packet Pickup: Early packet pickup is available on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm at Road Runner Sports, Laguna Hills. Race day pickup is also available starting at 6:30 am.
Awards: Age division awards (5-year spans for Splash Dash, 10-year spans for Dry Run) and Top 3 Overall Trophies for both male and female runners in each 5k. Awards for oldest and youngest finishers.
Restrooms: Available inside Wild Rivers Water Park. No dogs allowed. Strollers are permitted for the Dry Run only.
Important Notes: Protect electronics as they may get wet. All participants must be off the course by 9:30 am.