The Screenland 5K aims to foster community spirit through safe, healthful, and enjoyable activities, providing extraordinary guest experiences and celebrating the history, heritage, and diversity of the Heart of Screenland. The Screenland 5K committee strives to organize events that engage the community, strengthen bonds, encourage team spirit, and promote volunteerism and civic pride.

1. To acknowledge the events that have shaped Culver City's century-plus legacy, with a focus on its contributions to motion pictures and athletics.

By: commemorating the centenaries of local film history, studios, landmarks, notable figures, and other historical gems of the "Heart of Screenland."

By: offering visitors the chance to walk in the footsteps of Hollywood's legendary stars; to visit the sites where the most famous films were made; to traverse over 100 scenes of Culver City's cinematic history, including both historical and current studios.

By: highlighting Culver City's trailblazing involvement in the 1932 and 1984 Olympic Games; its initiation of the Western Hemisphere Marathon, and its history as the western headquarters for the Special Olympics.

2. To promote Culver City as a premier destination, fostering collaboration between public and private entities, and delivering an outstanding guest experience.

By: showcasing community assets, providing exceptional guest experiences, and offering activities and venues that attract various audiences.

By: engaging city agencies, clubs, schools, neighborhoods, and other interest groups to support the annual Screenland 5K event.

By: raising funds through collaborative efforts, creating partnerships with sponsors for cash and in-kind contributions, and leveraging volunteer support to reduce manpower costs.

By: minimizing the event's environmental impact by producing a sustainable event in cooperation with Culver City Environmental Services and other agencies.

3. To promote fitness and recreation in Culver City by offering an affordable, enjoyable, and secure experience. 

By: organizing recreational activities that cater to various abilities and demographics, showcasing Culver City's dedication to physical and mental well-being; ensuring a gratifying experience for sponsors; offering developmental experiences and leadership roles for volunteers; creating lasting legacies and boosting civic participation; acknowledging local luminaries in the arts and sports; paying tribute to The Western Hemisphere Marathon and its founder, Syd Kronenthal (1923-2015); and recognizing the marathon exchange between Culver City Sister Cities Committee and Kaizuka, Japan.

GRAND MARSHAL 

Vice Mayor Dan O'Brien, 2024 Screenland 5K age-division champion

PRODUCERS

Mike Cohen: Founder

Lori Escalera: Creative Director

CAST MEMBERS

Jack Bommarito: Logistics

Susana Fottarini: School Artists

Dora Corral: Donations

Monica Bell: Schools

Ed Dorio:  Running Clubs

John J. Flynn: Running Clubs

Tom Fritzius and Steven Heyl: CCHS runners

Jane Leonard: Performances

Steve Newton: Vintage Culver City Police Car

Carmela Raack, Heather Witt and Keith Jones: Rotary Club

Karim Sahli: Marketing. Graphics

Craig Schoenbaum: Performances, Training Sessions

Jim Shanman: Attractions

Man Trang:  Treasurer

David Winslow: Training Sessions

Dave Dettore: Costume Contest, Attractions

Marni Kinrys - Course activities, sponsors

Sandra Onazaki - Sister City Committee

Leslie Gardner Opening Act  Performances

Megan Oddsen  Schools Engagement

Robert Noriega - Photographer

Meta Valentic, Jonathan Lonner: Scouts

Community Development/Economic Development: Elizabeth Garcia  

Economic Development Director: Elaine Warner 

Special Events manager, Economic Development: Edgar Varela 

Fire Dept: Chief Kenneth Powell

Police Dept:  Chief Jason SIms

Public Works Environmental Programs and Operations Div: Sean Singletary

City Council: Goran Erikkson, , Freddy Puza, V. Mayor Dan O'Brien  Mayor Yasmine Imani-McMorrin, Albert Vera

Superintendent: Dr. Brian Lucas

Board of Education: Stephanie Loredo, Brian Guerrero, Paula Amezola, Kelly Kent-Marin, Triston Ezidore

Unified Schools: Adrienne Madrid, Career Counselor & Service Learning Coordinator, Volunteers

Unified Schools: PTSA, PTA

Unifed Schools: Academy of Visual and Performing Arts: Heather Moses, Tony Spano

Race Director: Gavin McKiernan of Mercury Events

Course Director: Rufus Fuller

Social Media: Kate Olson

Sponsors, Partners: Chris Shrewsbury  

Pacific Race Timing:  Ron Kurrle, Bryan Quan  

Logistics, staging, registration: Ron Gee

Medical: Steve Jackson

Legal Name: SCREENLAND 5K, Inc.  501(c)(3)  EIN: 81-2571668