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September 14 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

The 13th Annual Jog in the Fog 5K will take place on Sunday, September 14, 2025.

$10 – $55

Richmond District YMCA

360 18th Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94121 United States

We are excited to announce that the 13^th Annual Jog in the Fog 5K will take place on Sunday, September 14, 2025. We hope you will join us for another great event filled with family, fitness and fog! This kid-friendly event is a perfect opportunity for school groups, sports teams and multi-generational families to participate together. All registered participants will receive the iconic Jog in the Fog race t-shirt.

SUPPORT THE RICHMOND DISTRICT YMCA

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are more than a place—we are a movement deeply rooted in fostering positive social change, guided by our communities. Every step we take is informed by the people we serve who call San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo counties their home. Here at the Richmond District YMCA, we are especially proud to be a hub for connection, wellness, and support in this vibrant neighborhood. We work side by side with individuals and families to help them become the very best version of themselves. Whether you’re seeking to improve your health and well-being, support your family, or find a welcoming community, the Y is here for you.

Together, we build a stronger, more resilient Richmond District where everyone can thrive.

Per IRS guidelines, contributions from Donor Advised Funds may only be used to pay for event sponsorships or registrations for which no tangible benefit is received by the donor, such as complimentary event registrations, meals, or other goods and services. If you wish to support an event using your DAF, you may make a separate contribution that does not include any benefits. Please contact the event host for more information.

registration fees

Early bird pricing: register by July 31^st to receive $5 off

$55 – Adults 18 and over
$45 – Teens 12 to 17
$10 – Youth 11 and under

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course information

The official Jog in the Fog race kicks off at Mt. Lake Park and starts promptly at 8 am. If you need to pick up your bib, we recommend arriving early, as registration and bib pick-up will close around 8:05 am.

The 3.4-mile course* winds through scenic trails and finishes at the USS San Francisco Memorial Parking Lot in Lands End, with course monitors stationed along the way to guide participants.

This is a fun, family-friendly event! At the finish line, celebrate with post-race festivities, including snacks, games, music, and kid-friendly activities.

*Google Maps think it’s longer than 3.4 miles but we’ve clocked it with a GPS, it’s 3.4 miles. View larger map here.

pre-race and race day information

Please note that restrooms will be available at the start, but we do not provide lockers, storage for personal items, or transportation back to the starting line. We look forward to seeing you at the race!

Pre-Race Bib Pick-Up: You can pick up your race bib and t-shirt early on Saturday, 9/13, at the Richmond District YMCA, 360 18th Ave., between 9:00AM and 12:00PM.

Race Day Bib Pick-Up: You can pick up your race bib starting at 7:00AM on race day at the starting area and pick up your shirt after you cross the finish line. We recommend arriving early, as registration and bib pick-up will close around 8:05AM.

The official Jog in the Fog race kicks off at Mt. Lake Park and starts promptly at 8:00AM.

7:00AM – 8:00AM: Bib pick-up and day of registration (Mt. Lake Park)
7:30AM – 7:45AM: YMCA instructor led group warm-up
7:46AM – 7:59AM: Welcome
8:00AM: Start
Post-Race festivities at the finish line (USS San Francisco Memorial Parking Lot)
9:00AM: Awards Ceremony

Start: Street parking is available near Mt. Lake Park at the start of the race. Shuttles will not be provided for this event. Muni Lines 38 Geary and 1 California will take you back Park Presidio.

Finish line: You can park in the USS San Francisco Memorial Parking lot and take Muni near the start at Mt. Lake Park. Muni Lines 38 Geary and 1 California will take you back Park Presidio.

The starting line is located at Mt. Lake Park. Enter at 11th Ave & Lake St.

post race & awards

At the finish line, celebrate with post-race festivities, including snacks, games, music, and kid-friendly activities.

Youth (11 and Under) Top Male, Top Female, Top Non-Binary
Teen (13-17) Top Male, Top Female, Top Non-Binary
Adult (18+) Top Male, Top Female, Top Non-Binary
Gold Division (60+) Top Male, Top Female, Top Non-Binary

Race results will be posted on this page and should be live beginning at 12:00PM on Sunday, September 14, 2025.

FAQs

Please note that restrooms will be available at the start in Mt. Lake Park and at the finish line at the USS San Francisco Memorial Parking Lot.

We do not provide lockers or storage for personal items. If you want to bring personal belongings, you will need to carry it during the race. Avoid leaving valuables in your car.

There are portions of this course that include rocky, uneven terrain and stairs that may make it difficult to push a stroller. We do not recommend it.

We do not have a permit for dogs to participate in this event.

Thanks to our wonderful volunteers, there will be course monitors throughout the route to help guide you to the finish line.

sponsorship opportunities

Boost your brand visibility and engage with the community by sponsoring Jog in the Fog! Net proceeds from the event support the Richmond District YMCA’s vital work in Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.

For sponsorship opportunities or event-related questions, please contact Crissie at [email protected].

sponsor

Name included in the event with name and or logo placement above all others on the Jog in the Fog event website with a link to your company homepage and recognition as our event Partnership Sponsor.
Name and or logo placement alongside the YMCA logo on printed materials (i.e. – programs, signage, etc.).
Name and or logo placement on the sleeve of the race t-shirt.
Name in the subject line and name and or logo at the top of pre- and post-event emails.
Name and or logo placement in all pre- and post-event social media posts.
Name and or logo placement in 1 social media partnership post.
12 complimentary race entries.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
8 tickets to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.
In-branch recognition to facility members as our event Partnership Sponsor.

Name and or logo placement above tiers 1-4 on Jog in the Fog event website with a link to your company homepage and recognition as a Premiere Sponsor.
Name and or logo placement above tiers 1-4 on printed materials (i.e. – programs, signage, etc.).
Name and or logo placement above tiers 1-4 on the race t-shirt.
Name and or logo placement above tiers 1-4 in pre- and post-event emails.
Name and or logo placement above tiers 1-4 in 2 pre-event social media posts and 1 post-event social media post.
Name and or logo placement in 1 social media spotlight post.
10 complimentary race entries.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
6 tickets to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.
In-branch recognition to facility members as a Premiere Sponsor.

*Companies that are direct competitors will not be allowed as Premiere Sponsors unless the first to secure their sponsorship with payment grants us permission in writing.

First-tier name and or logo placement on Jog in the Fog event website with a link to your company homepage.
First-tier name and or logo placement on printed materials (i.e. – programs, signage, etc.).
First-tier name and or logo placement on the race t-shirt.
First-tier name and or logo placement in pre- and post-event emails.
First-tier name and or logo placement in 2 pre-event social media posts and 1 post-event social media post.
8 complimentary race entries.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
4 tickets to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.
In-branch recognition to facility members.

Ability to host the t-shirt/race bib pick up for all Jog in The Fog participants.
Second-tier name and or logo placement on Jog in the Fog event website with a link to your company homepage.
Second-tier name and or logo placement on printed materials (i.e. – programs, signage, etc.).
Second-tier name and or logo placement on the race t-shirt.
Second-tier name and or logo placement in pre- and post-event emails.
Second-tier name and or logo placement in 2 pre-event social media posts and 1 post-event social media post.
6 complimentary race entries.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
4 tickets to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.
In-branch recognition to facility members.

Featured sponsor during finish line festivities. The post-race celebration will provide a fun experience for finishers and volunteers to celebrate their accomplishment.
Signage at finish line.
Second-tier name and or logo placement on Jog in the Fog event website with a link to your company homepage.
Second-tier name and or logo placement on printed materials (i.e. – programs, signage, etc.).
Second-tier name and or logo placement on the race t-shirt.
Second-tier name and or logo placement in pre- and post-event emails.
Second-tier name and or logo placement in 2 pre-event social media posts and 1 post-event social media post.
6 complimentary race entries.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
4 tickets to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.
In-branch recognition to facility members.

Your sponsorship will help to provide well-deserved coffee for finishers and volunteers during the Post Race Celebration.
Signage at coffee table
Third-tier name and or logo placement on Jog in the Fog event website with a link to your company homepage.
Third-tier name and or logo placement on printed materials (i.e. – programs, signage, etc.).
Third-tier name and or logo placement on the race t-shirt.
Third-tier name and or logo placement in pre- and post-event emails.
Third-tier name and or logo placement in 1 pre- and post-event social media post.
4 complimentary race entries.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
2 tickets to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.

Fourth-tier name and or logo placement on Jog in the Fog event website.
Fourth-tier name and or logo placement on printed materials (i.e. – programs, signage, etc.).
Fourth-tier name and or logo placement on the race t-shirt.
Fourth-tier name and or logo placement in pre- and post-event emails.
Fourth-tier name and or logo placement in 1 pre- and post-event social media post.
2 complimentary race entries.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
2 tickets to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.

Name placement on Jog in the Fog event website.
Option to table and or offer company goods / services at the post-race finish line event from 7:30AM – 12:00PM.
1 ticket to our VIP Y For Youth (our annual association wide community festival) reception.

volunteer

Not planning on running but still want to help us with Jog in the Fog on race day? We’d love it! We’re looking for volunteers to help with a variety of tasks:

Start and finish line volunteers (help check in runners, hand out water, t-shirts etc.)

Race course monitors (help direct and cheer on runners along the course)

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Upcoming Events

Sun

Fundraising Event

13th Annual Richmond District YMCA Jog in the Fog – 5K Family Fun Run

Mountain Lake Park

Richmond District YMCA

September 14 at 08:00am

Price: $10 – $55

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Mon

Fundraising Event

40th Annual Chinatown YMCA ARO Golf Tournament and Crab Feed

Golf Tournament at Lake Merced Golf Club, Crab Feed at the Chinatown YMCA

Chinatown YMCA

October 06 at 08:00am

Price: $75 – $395

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Fri

Fundraising Event

Presidio YMCA Golf Tournament

Presidio Golf Course, 300 Finley Rd, San Francisco, CA 94129

Presidio Community YMCA

October 10 at 10:30am

Price: $300 – $1000

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registration fees

Early bird pricing: register by July 31st to receive $5 off

course information

pre-race and race day information

Bib Pick-Up and Day-Of Registration

Race Day Schedule

Parking

How To Get To The Race

post race & awards

Post-Race Festivities

Winner Categories

Race Results

FAQs

Are restrooms available?

Where can I store my belongings?

Are strollers allowed?

Are dogs allowed?

How do I stay on course?

sponsorship opportunities

Partnership Sponsor $25,000 (1 available)

Premiere Sponsor- $10,000 (2 available)*

Event Sponsor $7,500 (2 available)*

T-Shirt Sponsor $5,000 (1 available)

Post Race Celebration Sponsor $5,000 (1 available)

Post Race Coffee Sponsor $2,500 (1 available)

Junior Sponsor $1,000 (5 available)

In-Kind Sponsors (Goods, Services, or Donation > $1,000) (8 available)

volunteer

Upcoming Events

13th Annual Richmond District YMCA Jog in the Fog – 5K Family Fun Run

40th Annual Chinatown YMCA ARO Golf Tournament and Crab Feed

Presidio YMCA Golf Tournament

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:00 am – 8:30 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:00 am – 9:00 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 8:15 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 8:15 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 9:20 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 9:30 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 9:30 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 9:30 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 7:30 am – 9:30 am

Gateway Child Care Center

September 15 – 8:00 am – 9:15 am

Gateway Child Care Center

Early bird pricing: register by July 31^st to receive $5 off