GO2 for Lung Cancer 5K Walk/Run in Griffith Park

If you are scanning the things to do in Los Angeles this month, this one pairs a morning outdoors with a good cause. GO2 for Lung Cancer is holding its 15th annual 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, October 10, 2026, and this year it moves to a new home in Griffith Park.

When: Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Where: Griffith Park, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles 90027 Cost: Not listed on the source page. Check the official registration page before you go.

What to expect

The organizers describe the day as a morning of energy and connection for the whole family. Along with the 5K itself, the program includes a kids' dash, live music and activities for all ages. You can walk or run the course, so it works for serious runners and for people who want a relaxed stroll with friends or a stroller.

There are a few ways to take part. You can join as an individual or sign up with a team, and the organizers also welcome remote participants, so someone who cannot make it to Los Angeles can still raise awareness from wherever they live. Every route in is aimed at the same goal: supporting people affected by lung cancer and raising awareness of the disease.

Planning your morning

An 8:00 AM start means an early wake-up, so plan to arrive with time to park, pick up any registration materials and warm up. Griffith Park is a big place, and weekend mornings here fill up with hikers, cyclists and families. Give yourself extra time, bring water, and wear shoes you have already broken in. October mornings in LA can start cool and warm up fast, so dress in layers you can shed.

The venue address given for the event is on Crystal Springs Drive. Rideshare or carpooling will make the drop-off simpler, and teams tend to appreciate a shared meeting spot picked in advance.

If you like to fill a weekend with a few plans, this is a solid anchor. For other LA events this weekend, browse our outdoor events and see what else is on the calendar.

Know before you go

Registration runs through the organizer, GO2 for Lung Cancer, and details such as fees, packet pickup and course maps are best confirmed with them directly. Plans can shift, so check the Discover Los Angeles listing for the latest information before race day.