PAL Holiday Run – Holiday Run: Family Walk, 5K and 10K Adult/Youth

2026 GOODIES

Only the first 300 registrants receive a Santa Hat.

Any registrants after December 4th 7:00pm are not guaranteed a t-shirt or medal until after the new year.

Staff will inform those registrants to fill out a form in person.

2026 Toy Drive

PAL will also be collecting unwrapped toys for youth in our community. If you’re able, please consider bringing one to donate!

PAL Holiday Run(opens in new tab)

Holiday Run Supports Local Youth

1.2 mile Family Walk/ Run
5k Adult, 5k Youth
10k Adult, 10k Youth

Racers Receive: Santa hat, Sport-Tek long sleeve shirt, Commemorative Race Medal🏅

2025 Race Results

Police Activities League

Our mission is to involve and mentor community youth in social, educational, recreational and leadership activities to increase self-esteem, deter crime and promote a positive relationship with law enforcement.

Race Packet Pickup

Packet pick-up will be at Rancho Cordova City Hall on December 11^th, 2026 from 10 AM – 7 PM.

Located at City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (click for map)

Same day pickup is also offered beginning at 7:30am, however, we highly encourage picking your packet up Friday December 11th to avoid lines!

2026 COURSE DETAILS(opens in new tab)

Holiday Run starts at 8:30am. The event features a 1.2 mile walk and a 5k or 10k run.

Parking will be available across from City Hall. Please plan ahead and allow extra time to park and make your way to the event. While you’re here, be sure to check out our local vendors, grab some goodies, and stop by to visit Santa!

Please remember to bring a toy to donate to our Christmas in Cordova Toy Drive! We will have many vendors present as well as Santa Claus.

Start/finish line will be in front of Rancho Cordova City Hall.

Race Location: City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

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PAL at Work: Supporting our local youth

Rancho Cordova Police Activities League (PAL) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth organization. Our mission is to involve and mentor community youth in social, educational, recreational, and leadership activities, which will deter crime, increase self-esteem, and promote a positive relationship with law enforcement.

We promote our values through the leadership of our officers who work hands-on with the youth in our programs. Overall, we believe that reaching at-risk children early enough in this mentoring environment, we can improve their chances of success in the future.

PAL Programs & Special Events

Junior Giants Baseball
Outdoor Adventure Club
PAL Martial Arts
Get Fit With PAL
YLC Community Service Club
STEM Summer Classes
Annual PAL Holiday Run (5k, 10k, 1.2 mile walk)
Christmas in Cordova Toy Giveaway

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