Rose Bowl Kids Run

It will start near the main event start line outside the Stadium

It will finish on the Rose Bowl Stadium field, through the main event arch

The Rose Bowl Kids Run starts at 10:45 AM with the first wave. Kids can start lining up at 10:15 AM for warm ups and announcements.

IMPORTANT: Parents and family members who do not want to run with their kids can watch from the spectator stands or go to the finish line to cheer them in. The only way to access the field is with our PARENT ESCORT who will leave at 10:25am SHARP from the Kids Run start line. Please be aware that this is a 1/3 mile walk. At least one adult must meet the child in the Kids Reunion area.

Children will be sent out in waves by age group - oldest in front, youngest in back – every 5 minutes. By sending the kids in groups by age, we make it a more safe and fun experience. Parents are encouraged to run with children 6 and under.

Wave 1 is for children 7-8 years old. • Wave 2 is for children 6 years old. • Wave 3 is for children 5 years old. • Wave 4 is for children 4 years old. • Wave 5 is for children 3 and under

Yes, they are welcome to run in the same wave together - it's up to you as the parent to decide which is the more appropriate wave. Children with less running experience will likely feel more comfortable with a younger age group that is a bit slower.

Each child will be given a participant race bib that must be pinned to the front of their clothing. There will be a matching “parent bib” for one parent to either wear or hold onto if they are on the course and when they leave the finish area with their child.

We love when parents run with their kids and are welcome to run in any of the waves. We recommend a parent or guardian run with children 6 years and under. Please wear your “Parent Bib” when on the course.

If your child is in Wave 1 (7-8 years old) and is comfortable running without you, you can meet them just past the finish line on the field. Once your child has crossed the finish line they will be directed into the Kids Reunion Corral next to the finish line. This is where spectating parents may reunite with their children.

IMPORTANT: Parents and family members who do not want to run with their kids can watch from the spectator stands or go to the finish line to cheer them in. The only way to access the field is with our PARENT ESCORT who will leave at 10:25am SHARP from the Kids Run start line. Please be aware that this is a 1/3 mile walk. At least one adult must meet the child in the Kids Reunion area.

It is recommended you pick up Kids Run bibs on January 20 at the main event packet pick up. Bibs are also available on race morning in the Solutions Tent until to 10:15am – arrive early to avoid delays.

Kids Run shirts will be available at the Solutions Tent on race day only.

Sometimes kids and parents get separated. Take time before the Kids Run to discuss your plan – will you run with your child or meet them at the reunion area near the finish line? Write your cell number on the back of your child's bib. If you need help finding each other, come to the Kids Reunion area or locate a staff person.