Frequently Asked Questions
Race day is Sunday, March 14, 2027. The Half Marathon starts at 8:00am and the 5K starts at 8:30am. Race weekend also includes a Health & Fitness Expo and packet pickup on Friday, March 12 and Saturday, March 13, 2027.
Both the Half Marathon and 5K start and finish at Riverview Park, along the Guadalupe River Trail in San Jose, California.
The regular rate is $127.14 for the Half Marathon and $75.20 for the 5K. Rates increase on November 15, 2027, so registering early costs less.
Bib and shirt pickup is available at the Health & Fitness Expo on Friday, March 12 (11am–8pm) and Saturday, March 13, 2027 (11am–8pm). The expo location will be announced closer to race weekend.
Yes. Every participant who crosses the finish line receives a custom die-cast finisher medal for the 2027 Silicon Valley Half Marathon & 5K.
The Silicon Valley Half Marathon & 5K partners with Sacred Heart Community Service, a San Jose nonprofit founded in 1964 that serves over 40,000 people annually through food, clothing, housing assistance, and education programs.
Volunteers are needed throughout race weekend, including the expo, packet pickup, course support, and the finish line. Visit the Volunteer page to sign up.
Parking and traffic details will be posted here as they're finalized closer to race weekend.
Reach out through our Contact page and our team will get back to you.