Anime Fan and Fitness Festival
About this race
Initial Mile proudly presents to you Anime Fan and Fitness Festival, the festival where anime and fitness collide.
Join us for our second annual Anime Fan and Fitness Festival in Gilroy, CA on Saturday, September 19, 2026 where we will be brining back our Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 5k Run and Walk and will be adding our newest events the Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 10k run and the Little Ninja Dash!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, a dedicated fitness enthusiast, a creative cosplayer, or a passionate anime fan, the Anime Fan and Fitness Festival was made just for you. All experience levels are encouraged so gather your friends, family, lace up your shoes, and step into a world where miles meet anime as we bring anime energy to every stride. Cosplay is highly encouraged, so suit up as your favorite character and make this run a true celebration of anime culture!
After crossing the finish line, stick around at victory village to celebrate, support small businesses, enjoy some local bites, cheer on our local performers and participate in our Fandom Anime Quest where you'll have the opportunity to complete a series of Fandom challenges and earn our Initial Mile Warrior Badge.
10k Run Registration Release Fees:
January - June: $50
July: $60
August - Race Day: $70
5k Run Registration Release Fees:
January - June: $40
July: $50
August - Race Day: $60
Little Ninja Dash Fees:
Registration is FREE but must register your little ninja by July 31 to receive finisher ribbon.
Each Registration Comes With:
- Official race timing results from SVE Timing.
- Official race bib.
- Finisher wooden medal.
- Option to purchase a finisher t-shirt for additional fee.
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Running
Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 10k Run and Walk
Run will take place on an out and back loop on a paved trail. 10k run is 6.2 miles.
Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 5k Run and Walk
Run will be an out and back loop on a paved trail. 5k run is 3.1 miles.
Course
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Find upcoming events by distance:
- Gilroy 5K Races 3 races
- 10K Run Events in Gilroy 4 races
- Gilroy Running Calendar 2026 4 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 4 Gilroy events
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