The 2026 Rotary Mission Ten is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, in San Juan Bautista, California. The event takes place at the historic San Juan Mission, with participants running through rural farmland and Anzar hills terrain. Expect cool to mild winter conditions typical for the Central Coast region in late January, with low humidity and clear skies.
What event formats and distances are available?
→Half Marathon (USATF Certified) starting at 8:15 AM
→10 Mile race starting at 9:00 AM
→5K race starting at 9:15 AM
→Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run starting at 8:30 AM
What are the registration fees for each distance?
Half Marathon
→Pre-Race: $75.20 (includes $5.20 fee)
→Race Day: $70.00
10 Mile
→Pre-Race: $64.60 (includes $4.60 fee)
→Race Day: $60.00
5K
→Pre-Race: $48.70 (includes $3.70 fee)
→Race Day: $45.00
Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
→Pre-Race: $16.90 (includes $1.90 fee)
→Race Day: $15.00
When are the registration deadlines for each event?
→Half Marathon: January 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM PST
→10 Mile: January 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM PST
→5K: January 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM PST
→Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run: January 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM PST
What is included with registration?
All participants receive:
→Long sleeve dri-tech t-shirt
→Finisher medal
→Professional timing & awards (all races except fun run)
What is the event schedule?
→7:15 AM: Race day registration, check-in, and bib pickup at Mission lawn
→7:15 AM: Shirt pickup at Mission lawn (after check-in)
→8:15 AM: Half Marathon start
→8:30 AM: Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run start
→9:00 AM: 10 Mile start
→9:15 AM: 5K start
→12:00 PM: All races conclude
What are the course characteristics?
→Location: Rural San Juan Bautista (50 miles south of San Jose, off Hwy 101)
→Start and finish: In front of historic San Juan Mission
→Terrain: Farm land running and Anzar hills terrain
→Training value: Half Marathon & 10 Mile courses are excellent for spring marathon training and building marathon base
How are awards structured?
Standard Age Categories:
→Medals awarded 3 deep (1st, 2nd, 3rd place)
Theme Teams:
→Family-friendly costumes only
→Top 3 teams receive trophies
→Team check-in: 7:15-8:00 AM
→Trophy awards: 8:30 AM
Timing & Results:
→All races timed (except fun run)
→Finishing times available online at Mission10.com under RESULTS
What facilities and amenities are available?
Water Stations:
→Refillable water bottle station at Mission lawn
→Standard water stations with paper cups along all courses
Bathrooms:
→Portable toilets at start/finish (across from Mission)
→Bathroom at approximately 3.5 miles from start/finish
→Bathroom by old Mission Jail near start/finish
Medal Pickup:
→At medal table just past finish line after completing race
Are there family-friendly participation options?
→Families with strollers welcome in all races
→Well-behaved dogs welcome to run with owners
→Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run available for children (timed event with awards)
How can participants switch race distances?
→Available on registration page at Mission10.com
→Or ask for Bill Tiffany at race day check-in
What is the event beneficiary?
→Rotary Club of Hollister (local scholarships & charities)
→42nd year of the event tradition
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is 2026 Rotary Mission Ten?
A: The event takes place on 31 January 2026.
Q: Where is the event held?
A: The event is held in San Juan Bautista, United States.
Q: What distances are available?
A: Available distances: 2 km, 5 km, 10 miles, 16 km, 21 km.
