The 4th annual Strawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by the Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services and Rotary Club of Freedom will kick-off the Watsonville Strawberry Festival on Saturday August 2rd, 2025. The Jam begins and ends at the temporary location, Landmark Elementary School in Watsonville while Ramsay Park is being renovated. This is an easy and fun course that includes Watsonville’s beautiful slough system with an out and back section on Ohlone Parkway. No dogs please, but families and strollers are welcome. Register on Active.com. Races will be coordinated by the Santa Cruz Track Club.