Run Calendar
All runs are for registered NorCal MINIs club members only unless otherwise noted
ALL DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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MINI of Marin / Stinson Beach / Highway 1
Join us for a drive that starts with breakfast MINI of Marin, takes us along Highway 1, and the twisty roads near Stinson Beach.
Run details posted!
North Bay twisties with a visit to Jelly Belly
Let’s take on the twisties of the north bay and fill our bellies with sugar at the Jelly Belly factory in Fairfield!
Check back in early February for more details.
Gilroy to Santa Barbara Weekend
Our first overnight run of the year takes us to the beautiful town of Santa Barbara.
Check back in February for lodging info. Run details should be published in early March.
Hike for Hope (Pleasanton)
Join the club for a drive from Pleasanton to Lake Del Valle outside Livermore to support the Hike for Hope. The Hike for Hope is an annual memorial hike and fundraiser that generates support for Hope Hospice.
More details in late March/early April.
Tahoe Weekend
We’ll head up the mountains when the weather gets warmer; join us for a weekend drive up to Lake Tahoe.
Look for lodging information to be posted in March and run details in late April or early May.
Carmel / Monterey County
Join us for a run through the twisty roads of Monterey County that ends in the city of Carmel By The Sea, a picturesque coastal town known for its stunning scenery, rich history, and abundance of activities.
More details in early May.
MINI Takes the States 2026 (national event)
Every two years, MINI Takes the States, a national enthusiast event, brings together thousands of MINI owners to drive the most scenic routes across the country.
DATES ARE ONLY ESTIMATED - we won’t know details about this event until the first (or second) quarter of 2026.
MINI Meet West - Eureka (national event)
This national 3-day event takes place in Eureka, California in 2026! Find out more by clicking on the “View Event” button below.
Pacifica
The destination for our July run, Pacifica, boasts six miles of coastline and a landmark 1,140-foot pier.
More details in late June.
Russian River to the Sonoma Coast
Driving is a breeze through redwood forests along the Russian River in Sonoma County, the location of our August run.
More details in early July.
Coastal Cleanup Day 2026 (national event)
Join us for the annual Coastal Cleanup Day on September 19, 2026, California’s largest annual volunteer event. Help remove trash and plastic pollution at beaches and waterways throughout California.
More details in July or August.
Mt. Hamilton Run + Annual Meeting / Picnic
Our annual run over Mt. Hamilton is dedicated to remembering and honoring absent friends and family. After the run, stay for our annual meeting and picnic!
Jubilee Railroad Wilderness Lodge (Dunsmuir) Weekend Run
Come join us for an amazing weekend up in the mountains with social events on the first two evenings.
More details in late August or early September.
Over the Mountains and thru the Woods Pumpkin Run - 2026
Join your fellow Mini enthusiasts for a spirited drive through the mountains and woods from San Mateo to a pumpkin patch on the coast!
More details in September.
Fairfield to Lake County
Enjoy your morning zipping over twisty, two-lane roads connecting Fairfield to Napa and Lake County.
More details in late September or early October.
Paso Robles Christmas Parade Weekend
We will cruise down to Paso Robles, decorate our MINIs, and join the town's annual Christmas parade.
DATES ARE ONLY AN ESTIMATE - more details in late 2026.
Toys for Tots Breakfast at a local MINI Dealership
Wear your holiday pajamas and bring new, unwrapped toys to put into the bins.
DATE IS ONLY AN ESTIMATE - More details in November.
Almaden Valley to Mt. Umunhum
Join us for a scenic driving adventure from Almaden Valley in south San Jose to Mount Umunhum and beyond!
Run details posted!