Lafayette Res Run Returns: Road Closures, Parking Information

LAFAYETTE, CA — The Lafayette Police Department reminded residents that some local roadways are closed Sunday as crowds of runners descend on the city for the annual Lafayette Reservoir Run.

The 5K starts at 8 a.m. Sunday in downtown Lafayette, followed by the 10K at 8:15 a.m. and the 2-mile walk/fun run at 8:45 a.m.

Road closures are in effect from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., although some hours may vary, according to police.

Road Closures/Detours

Here is the road closure information for Sunday from the Lafayette Police Department.

• Eastbound Mt. Diablo Boulevard closed 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. from Paulson Court to Moraga Road (Oakwood Athletic Club to remain accessible)
• Westbound Mt. Diablo Boulevard closed 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. from Moraga Road to Paulson Court
• The only way to cross over Mt. Diablo will be coned detour lanes
• One lane to remain open on Mt. Diablo’s north side between Happy Valley Road and El Nido Ranch Road for westbound local traffic with minimal delays.
• One lane to remain open on Mt. Diablo’s south side from Village Center to Mountain View Road for eastbound local traffic with minimal delays during peak periods of race traffic.

A Family Affair

Traditionally held the third Sunday in October, the Lafayette Res Run for Education is the city's most popular family affair, involving kids, parents, grandparents and hundreds of serious runners from throughout the Bay Area. Sprinters, walkers, stroller brigades and many of Lafayette's top four-legged residents also usually join the fun.

Registration is open until race day but T-shirts are limited.

Money For Schools

For 30 years, the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce has been organizing the Lafayette Res Run For Education to raise money for local schools and for the Chamber's programs and services. Last year alone, more than $28,000 was shared with local schools, with the money going directly to each school's PTA.

Schools compete to register the most participants. In 2022, Burton Valley Elementary won, and the Bobcats seemed to be ahead of the pack again this year.

Parking

Parking meters are in effect in Lafayette on race day. The only free parking is at the BART lots, 3601 Deer Hill Road. See the map below for public parking in Lafayette, including EV charging stations.