Dockweiler Beach, Playa Del Rey CA
Sunday, October 25th, 2026
Race Overview
On Sunday, October 25, 2026, Sharsheret will gather hundreds of thrivers, caregivers, friends, and supporters on the beach for our 5th Annual West Coast Dash in support of our breast and ovarian cancer work. Our run/walk will include a 5K Race, 10K Race, Family Fun Race, Virtual Race, and Event Festival. Contributions excluding the value of race entry tickets are tax-deductible.
Schedule for Race Day
- 6:00am: Parking Lots Open – First 200 cars will receive a free parking pass. Parking is $13. Please have cash available to expedite process.
- 7:00am: Registration and Festival Opens (Recommended 5K/10K arrival time)
- 8:00am: Welcome and Opening ceremony.
- 8:30am: 10K Start (Recommended Family Fun Race arrival time)
Race Course Maps
- 10K Race Course Map: View here
- 5K Race Course Map: View here
- Family Fun Race (1K) Course Map: View here
- Awards Ceremony: 10:00am
Beach Clean Up
Help us leave Dockweiler Beach cleaner than we found it! Join Shemesh Farms for a group beach clean up directly following the Dash.
Directions
12000 Vista Del Mar
Dockweiler Beach
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
- Freeway Route: Take the 105 Imperial Hwy past LAX towards the beach. Beach entry is at the end of Imperial Hwy where it passes Vista Del Mar.
- City Streets from North: Take Pershing Drive south (NOTE: Vista Del Mar will be closed North of Imperial Highway on race morning) until it hits Imperial Hwy. Make a right into the beach entry.
- City Streets from South: Take Vista Del Mar north until it hits Imperial Hwy. Make a left into the beach entry.
Parking Information
- Free parking: The first 200 cars will receive a free parking pass. Parking is $13 per car. Please have cash available to expedite process.
- Arrival: Please let the parking attendant know that you are with the event and be prepared with cash.
- Parking lots: After you pay, turn right and follow the road to three parking lots. The 2nd lot is recommended.
- 3rd lot: Very limited parking, reserved for special needs. No exit from this lot during the event before 10am.
Celebrate our Race Grand Marshals
- Healthcare Hero: Dr. Debra Mund, a Diagnostic Radiologist and Breast Imaging Specialist at Providence Saint John’s Health Center.
- Community Heroes: Lisa and Josh Hofheimer, recognized for their inspiring efforts on behalf of Sharsheret and cancer communities.
- Young Leaders Award: Adena Frenkel and Nessia Gottlieb, passionate community builders and longtime supporters of Sharsheret.
Race Entry
Run or walk on this fully paved course at Dockweiler Beach, just steps from the ocean with a cool morning breeze and incredible coastal views. Join us at the race festival with food, refreshments, entertainment, and more, while helping to raise funds for those facing breast cancer, ovarian cancer, or at elevated genetic risk.
- 5K / 10K: Race entry tickets include a race t-shirt and finisher’s medal. Both races will be chip timed.
- Family Fun Race (1K): Race Entry tickets include a race t-shirt and medal. Open to all ages and abilities.
- Virtual Race: Join us from anywhere around the country. Race tickets purchased by October 7th will receive a race t-shirt by mail.
- Team Captain: Become a Team Captain for your family, friends, school, or company and win awesome prizes.
Early Bird Packet Pickup Details
- Date: Thursday, October 22 from 4 - 7pm
- Details: Stay tuned for details about our LA Metro and Valley pickups!
For more information visit Sharsheret.org/westcoast.
