Sharsheret West Coast Dash

Event 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.
• 10:00am: Awards Ceremony

Race Start Times

• 8:30am: 10K Start (Recommended Family Fun Race arrival time)
• 8:40am: 5K Start
• 9:35am: Family Fun Race Start
• Race Course Maps:
  • 10K Race Course Map: View Map
  • 5K Race Course Map: View Map
  • 1K Family Fun Race Course Map: View Map

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.

Location

12000 Vista Del Mar
Dockweiler Beach
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Directions

• Freeway Route from 405N and 405S: 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

• Free parking: The first 200 cars will receive a free parking pass. Parking is $13 per car. Please have cash available to expedite process.
• Lots for parking: We recommend parking in the 2nd lot, a 5 minute walk to the race start line and festival. The 3rd lot is reserved for volunteers and those with special needs.
• Important note: All race distances end in the 3rd lot. No vehicles will be able to leave the third lot before 10am.

Celebrate our Race Grand Marshals

• Healthcare Hero: Dr. Debra Mund, a dedicated supporter of Sharsheret and involved in community service.
• Community Heroes: Lisa and Josh Hofheimer recognized for their commitment and advocacy for cancer support.
• Young Leaders Award: Adena Frenkel and Nessia Gottlieb, community builders and passionate 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. Chip timed. Recommended for elementary school-age and above.
• Family Fun Race (1K): Tickets for ages 1 and up include a race t-shirt and medal. Open to all abilities and families.
• Virtual Race: Join us from anywhere around the country. Tickets purchased by October 7th will receive a race t-shirt by mail.
• Team Captain: Become a captain for your family, friends, or organization and win prizes!

Packet Pickup

Early Bird Packet Pickup Details:

• Date: Thursday, October 22 from 4 - 7pm
• Details: Stay tuned for more information about our LA Metro and Valley pickups!

More Information

Visit Sharsheret.org/westcoast for additional details.