10TH ANNUAL LONGHORN STAMPEDE 5K RUN/WALK
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH, 2026 @9AM
The 10th Annual Leigh Longhorn Stampede 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, May 16th, at 9:00am. The Stampede’s flat and USATF-certified course starts at Leigh High School, winds through our surrounding Cambrian neighborhoods, and ends in the school quad. Whether you are a walker, casual jogger, distance runner, or just want to cheer on the participants, come join our community celebration!
Everyone is invited – students, staff, parents, families, neighbors, friends, friends of friends – to come and be a part of this wonderful community event! Proceeds benefit programs for all Leigh students.
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Course Map
The course starts on Los Gatos Almaden Road, and heads due East, parallel to the school, before heading off into the local neighborhood. The last 1/2 mile is back on campus, with the last 100 meters passing by the Leigh theatre and gym before finishing in the quad. Starting location: 5210 Leigh Ave, San Jose, CA 95124
Event Schedule
| 8:45 am – Warm-Up |
| 9:00 am – 5K Start |
| 10:00 am – Awards & Post-Race Festivities |
What’s Included
| Proceeds from this race will go directly to benefit all students at Leigh High School |
| Discount if you register a family (up to 5 members) |
| Awesome Longhorn Stampede t-shirt (register by May 2nd to guarantee size and availability) |
| Race bib & professional timing |
| Finisher medals |
| On-course support from Leigh cheerleaders and band |
| Prizes for top age group finishers |
| Costume contest |
| Complimentary participant photos |
| Post-race festivities |
SPONSOR THE STAMPEDE
The Longhorn Stampede would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. All proceeds from the Stampede directly benefit all of the students at Leigh High School. View sponsorship opportunities.
Our booster clubs at Leigh – Home & School Club, Performing Arts Parent Association, Sports Boosters, and Spirit Boosters – have come together to organize this fun filled 5k neighborhood Run/Walk, with the goal of bringing our entire community together.
Questions? email: stampedeinfo@leighhsc.org
Longhorn Stampede, 5210 Leigh Ave, San Jose, CA 95124