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Sat., May 3 |
Sequim Run Off 10K & 2 Mile Run. Old Dungeness School House, Sequim. 10 a.m. Last race in Athlete's Choice Race Series. Coincides with Sequim Irrigation Festival. www.athleteschoice.info, (360) 452-8661.
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Shorebird Festival Run 10K, 5K, & 2 Miler. Hoquiam. 9 a.m. Watch northbound shorebird migration and stay for the festival. www.shorebirdfestival.com, www.cityofhoqiuam.com, (360) 532-5700 x240.
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Apple Blossom 5K & 10K Run. Wenatchee. Reg. 8 a.m., race 9:50 a.m. In conjunction w/Apple Blossom Festival. Flat, fast course along river. Free kids' race too. www.wvmedical.com, (509) 663-8711 x5484.
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Lynden Holland Days 5K & 10K. Lynden. 9 a.m. (360) 354-5995, www.lynden.org.
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Olympia Downtown YMCA Spring 8K & 2 Mile Run/Walk. Olympia. Reg. 7:30 a.m., first event 8:30 a.m. Public Agency Challenge for teams. (360) 357-6609, www.olympiadowntownymca.org.
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Sunflower Relay.
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Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park, Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress. (206) 527-5099.
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Sun., May 4 |
Lilac Bloomsday Run 12K. Spokane. 9 a.m. Largest run in the NW with nearly 50,000 participants! USATF-certified course. (509) 838-1579, www.bloomsdayrun.org.
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BMO Bank of Montreal Vancouver Marathon, Half Marathon & 8K. Vancouver, B.C. Great event and expo. Scenic through- city course is one of the best. Walkers welcomed. Marathon relay too. www.bmovanmarathon.ca, (604) 872- 2928.
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Eugene Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K. Eugene, OR. Run in the footsteps of legends on this flat and fast course. www.eugenemarathon.com, (877) 345-2230.
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The Avenue of the Giants Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K. Humboldt, CA. 9 a.m. A beautiful through-the-woods run. www.theave.org, (707) 443-1226.
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Spring Fling 10K Trail Race. Port Gamble. 8:30 a.m. Entries limited due to space on trails. Second race in Roots Rock Trail Run Series. Complete 3 out of 4 races to be eligible for series awards. (360) 779-8757, www.poulsborunning.com, www.rootsrockrun.com.
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Wed., May 7 |
IRC Mother's Day 5K. Briscoe Park, Kent. 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Interurban Runner's Club. Out and back on trail; giveaways for all participants. John (206) 619-4231, www.interurbanrunners.net.
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Sat., May 10 |
Parker Paint Tacoma City Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K. Tacoma. Challenging course with rolling hills. (253) 862-8890. www.tacomacitymarathon.com.
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Holy Family Take Your Mom Around the World 5K Run/Walk. Auburn. Kids' dash 8:45 a.m., 5K 9:15 a.m. Flat, loop course. Post-race brunch for all participants and a flower for every mom. (253) 833-5130, HFevents@hotmail.com.
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Haggen to Haggen 5K. Bellingham. Non-competitive walk 8 a.m, run 8:30 a.m. First two miles level and descending, but save some for the slight uphill grade in the last mile! www.gbrc.net.
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Marine Park 5 Mile Run. Vancouver, Wash. 10 a.m. Mostly on Renaissance Trail, with great views of the Columbia River. www.ccrunning.org, (360) 260-8722.
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Mother's Day 5K. Colville. 8 a.m. Kids' dash at 9:15 a.m. (509) 684-6037.
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Zillah Fun Run 5K & 10K. Zillah. winters_ro@zsd.wednet.edu, Rock Winters (509) 829-5565.
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North Face Endurance Challenge 10K, Half Marathon & Ultra. Bellingham. Half marathon 9 a.m., 10K 9:15 a.m. www.thenorthface.com/endurancechallenge.
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Nike 5K for Kids. NIKETOWN, Seattle. 5K 8 a.m. Kids' 1 mile 9 a.m. 100% of entry fee will be donated to local school Physical Education, play and athletic programs. nike5kforkids.com/seattle, (206) 447-6453 x232.
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Sun., May 11 |
Over the Dam 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Mason City Park, Coulee Dam. 8:30 a.m. Race up and over the Coulee Dam! www.overthedamrun.com, (360) 325-0715.
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Kirkland Half Marathon & Mother's Day 5K Run/Walk. Kirkland. First run event 7:30 a.m. Scenic tour of the five boroughs of Kirkland with 3+ miles along Lake Wash. (206) 729- 9972, www.kirklandhalfmarathon.com.
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Sat., May 17 |
Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #1 - 5 Miles. Sky Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. First race of four. Benefits King County Parks. (206) 329-1466, www.seattlerunningcompany.com.
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26th Annual Bayview Women's 10K Run & 2 Mile Run/Walk. Burlington. 10 a.m. Benefits Skagit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services. (360) 757-0835, 5petes@comcast.net.
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Viking Fest Road Run 1 & 5 Miles. Poulsbo. 9 a.m. Kids' dashes too. Joe (360) 779-9898.
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Down & Dirty 5K Mud Run. Fort Lewis. 9 a.m. Fun run with lots of muddy obstacles. No DOR, civilians need base access. www.fortlewismwr.com, (253) 967-2604.
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Run for the Hill of It 8 Miles. Lewiston, ID. 9 a.m. Solo and 2 or 3 person relay up the Old Spiral Highway. 2000' elevation gain in 8 miles. www.seaportstriders.com.
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UW Bothell 5K. UW Bothell Campus. Reg. 8 a.m., run 9 a.m. Reg. includes post-race breakfast. www.uwb.edu/5krun, (425) 352-3394.
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Watershed Preserve 12-Hour Race.
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Sun., May 18 |
Capital City Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Miles. Olympia. Course features rolling hills, tree-lined rural roads, and views of Rainier and the Olympics. Kids' race too. (360) 786-1786. www.capitalcitymarathon.org.
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Rhody Run XXX 12K. Pt. Townsend. 11 a.m. One of the NW's best-loved races; great community event. Hilly, scenic course; prize money for top finishers. www.rhodyrun.com, (360) 379-3595, (877) 463- 9786.
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Nordstrom Beat the Bridge 8K. Seattle. 8 a.m. Benefits juvenile diabetes research. USATF-certified course. www.beatthebridge.org, (206) 838-5153.
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Sat., May 24 |
Mazama 5K & 10K. Mazama. On Community Trail; registration includes pancake breakfast. www.mvsta.com, (509) 996-3287.
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North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
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Sun., May 25 |
Coeur d'Alene Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K. Coeur d'Alene, ID. First run event 7 a.m. Course utilizes paved Centennial Trail along the lake. www.cdamarathon.com.
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Wed., May 28 |
David Douglas 5K Run. Vancouver, Wash. 7 p.m. First run in Clark County Runners' summer series. www.ccrunning.org, (360) 892-1041.
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Thu., May 29 |
NW Trail Runs 5 & 10 Miles. Soaring Eagle Park, Sammamish. 6:30 p.m. Buddy division option with this evening run. www.nwtrailruns.com, Eric (206) 291-8250.
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Sat., May 31 |
GlenEagle 5K & 10K. Pioneer Elementary, Arlington. 10 a.m. Proceeds benefit Dollars for Scholars. www.arlingtonrunnersclub.org.
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Edmonds Waterfront Festival 5K. Edmonds City Park. 9 a.m. (425) 774-0637, www.runninginmotion.com.
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Goldsborough Creek 7 Mile & 2 Mile Run/Walk. Shelton. 8 a.m., 7 a.m. early start for walkers. Coincides with annual Forest Festival. www.masoncountyforestfestival.com, Dana (360) 490-9423.
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Issaquah 5K. Lake Sammamish State Park, Sammamish. 8:30 a.m. XC style course. www.issaquahtri.com.
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Hockinson 5K Fun Run/Walk. Brush Prairie. 8 a.m. Kids' mile run too. Benefits Hockinson HS XC and Track teams. (360) 253-4223, www.thebodynecessity.com, claurierun@hotmail.com.
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Newport Marathon. Newport, OR.
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Gap2Gap Relay. Yakima.
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North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
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Sun., June 1 |
San Juan Island Marathon & Half Marathon. San Juan Island. Highly scenic loop course. Includes dinner. (360) 472- 0908, www.sanjuanislandmarathon.com.
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Chum Run 5K. South Whidbey Community Park, Langley. 10 a.m. Trail run. (360) 221-5484, www.swparks.com.
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Fri., June 6 |
Fremont 5K & Briefcase Relay. Fremont. Relay 6 p.m., Individuals 7 p.m. Kick off the summer with this fun, flat race. Individuals or put together a 5-person team in costume plus briefcase! Beer garden opens at 6 p.m., lasts through the night. (206) 729-9972. www.promotionevents.com.
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Grumpy Grouch Fun Run 5K. Kettle Falls. 7 p.m. Kicks off Town and Country Days. Precedes vote for the town's grumpy grouch. Karri Slater (509) 738-2882.
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Sat., June 7 |
Duvall Days 5K & 10K. McCormick Park, Duvall. 8:45 a.m. Kids' dashes too. Flat, fast 5K along Snoqualmie Trail, hilly 10K. First event of Snoqualmie Valley Cup. www. duvallwa.gov/duvalldays/funruns.html. Paige (425) 788-3571.
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11th Annual Dog Island 10K Run & 2 Mile Walk. Guemes Island. 10:45 a.m. Pre-reg. includes ferry and transport. Benefits island's library. Tim Whitman (360) 293-5757, www.dogislandrun.com.
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Governor's Cup 5K, 10K, Marathon & Half Marathon. Helena, MT. First event 7 a.m. Marathon and marathon relay start in scenic, old ghost town. www.govcup.bcbsmt.com. Trinda Smith (800) 447-7828 x8210.
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Race Beneath the Sun 5 Miles. Fairhaven Park, Bellingham. 10 a.m. Mostly on trail. Half mile kids' run pre- event. Alison Allen (360) 671-6724, www.gbrc.net.
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Rainier to Ruston Relay & Ultra.
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11th Annual Maritime Gig Festival Fun Run 5K & Kids' Dash. Gig Harbor. Reg. 7 a.m., run 8 a.m., free kids' dash 8:45 a.m. (253) 851-6865, www.maritimegig.com.
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Self-Transcendence 2 Mile. Boat Ramp, Magnuson Park, Seattle. 8 a.m. Free monthly series, chart your progress. (206) 527-5099.
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Flight for Sight 5K & 10K. Boeing Fitness Center, Everett. 9:30 a.m. Raises money for Guide Dogs of America. (253) 833-5590, www.iam751.org/funrun.html.
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Pt. Townsend 4 Mile XC Trail Run. Pt. Townsend. Held at Ft. Townsend. www.ptrunning.org, Michael (360) 385-2347, mike@ptrunning.org.
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Sun., June 8 |
North Olympic Discovery Marathon & Half Marathon. Sequim to Port Angeles on Olympic Discovery Trail w/stunning views. www.nodm.com, larry@nodm.com, (360) 417-1301.
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Furry 5K. Seward Park, Seattle. 10 a.m. Run with your dog and support the city's animal shelters. Don't bring your cat! www.furry5K.com, (206) 386-PETS.
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Lynnwood Hi! Five 10K & 5K Run. Lynnwood. 9 a.m., Kids' dash 8:45 a.m. (206) 729-9972, www.promotionevents.com.
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Vancouver Waterfront 12K Run/Walk & 3 Mile Walk. Vancouver, WA. 9 a.m. Flat course through parks and along Columbia River waterfront. (503) 643-9440, www.eventmgnt.com.
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Clear Lake Memorial 5 Mile & Half Marathon. Tieton Reservoir Rd, White Pass Hwy. 9 a.m. 30th year for this event! Both races run around lake. Half marathon climbs up Round Mtn.; 1,000' elevation gain between miles 2-6. www.hcrunners.org, Eric (509) 966-4017, Anderson.e@charter.net.
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Wed., June 11 |
IRC Father's Day 5K. Briscoe Park, Kent. 6:30 p.m. Out and back course on trail. John (206) 619-4231, www.interurbanrunners.net.
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Sat., June 14 |
Roman Meal Sound to Narrows 12K & 5K. Tacoma. First event 6:30 a.m. Kids' dash too. Traditionally one of area's largest races. (253) 403-3065. www.soundtonarrows.com.
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Berry 5K & I Mile Run. Marysville. I Mile 8 a.m., 5K, 8:30 a.m. Flat, paved course. In conjunction w/annual Strawberry Festival. (360) 659-7664 or (360) 652-3351, www.maryfest.com/berryrun.
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Lake Youngs Ultra.
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Father's Day Fun Run 3 and 1 Mile. Colville. 8 a.m. Kids' run too. Deborah@theofficenet.com, Deborah (509) 684- 6037, www.colville.wa.us.
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Gold Rush Run 10K & 3.7K. Republic. 10 a.m. Starts and ends downhill. Kicks off 50th Annual Prospector's Day Celebration. (509) 775-3603.
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Vasque Cougar Mtn. Trail Run Series #2 - 7 Miles. Sky Country Trailhead, Bellevue. 9 a.m. Second race of four. Benefits King County Parks. (206) 325-4800, www.seattlerunningcompany.com.
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The Human Race 10K & 5K Run/Walk. Bellingham. Reg. 8:45 a.m., run 10 a.m. Fundraiser for non-profs. (360) 734- 3055, www.whatcomvolunteer.org.
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Sun., June 15 |
Evergreen 5K. Evergreen State College, Olympia. 9 a.m. Run through campus. $800 purse to overall winners and masters. Jenny (360) 867-6487, www.evergreen.edu/library/5K.
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Sat., June 21 |
Berry Dairy Days 10K & 2 Mile Fun Run. Downtown Burlington. 9 a.m. (360) 755-9649, www.ci.burlington.wa.us.
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Deputy Saul Gallegos Memorial 5K & 10K Run. Singleton Park, Manson. 8:30 a.m. 3K walk too. Benefits education fund for Saul's children. (509) 667-6848, www.saulmemorial.net.
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Run With Cops Not From Them 5K Run/Walk. Marymoor Park, Redmond. Reg. 8 a.m., run 9 a.m. All registrants eligible to win 2 tickets on Alaska Airlines. www.iawp.us/runwithcops2008, Beth (206) 418-9274.
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Summerfest 5K & 10K Trail Run. Lakewood. 6 p.m. Kids' mile too. (253) 376-5737.
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Komen Puget Sound Race for the Cure 5K. Seattle. Benefits the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, (206) 633-6586. www.komenpugetsound.org.
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White River 5K. Glacier Middle School, Buckley. 8 a.m. Flat, on roads. (253) 862-8890, www.whiteriver5k.com.
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Walk for Rice 2.5 Miles. Seward Park, Seattle. Reg. at 8 a.m. Run or walk to raise funds for Asian Counseling and Referral Service Food Bank. (206) 695-7551, www.walkforrice.com.
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Swede Day 5K. Rochester. 8 a.m. Flat, paved course. Proceeds benefit youth program. Prizes to those wearing blue and yellow outfits. (360) 786-5595, www.thurston-parks.org.
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9th Annual Mountain Fun 3.2 Mile Run. Wildcat Lake. Reg. 8 a.m., run 9 a.m. Virgil (360) 779-8328.
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Sun., June 22 |
Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K. Vancouver, B.C. Half marathon 7 a.m., 5K at 8:30 a.m. Join the 10th anniversary of this great event! Downhill course runs along beaches with live entertainment. www.canadarunningseries.com/svhm.
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North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
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Sat., June 28 |
Bridle Trails Park Foundation 5K & 10K Trail Run & Ultra. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. Reg. 7 a.m., first event 8 a.m. All proceeds benefit the park. Many activities throughout the day. www.bridletrails.org.
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Pacific Crest Marathon & Half Marathon. Sunriver, OR. 8 a.m. Part of weekend sports festival. www.racecenter.com/pacificrest.
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Hot Foot 5K, 1 Mile & Kids' Dashes. South Kitsap Community Park, Port Orchard. 9 a.m. Flat course, trails and road. Benefits Fire District 7 scholarship fund. www.skfrva.org, (360) 509-4525.
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Sun., June 29 |
VM Team Medicine Seafair Marathon & Half Marathon. Bellevue. Also marathon relay and kids' mini marathon. New course for 2008 - over the 520 bridge! (206) 728-0123, www.seafairmarathon.com.
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Shore Run/Walk 6.7 Miles, 5K & 1K Kids' Run. Seattle. Course along Lake Washington Boulevard. Traditional race to benefit Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. www.fhcrc.org, (206) 667-6559.
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Pacific Crest 5K & 10K. Sunriver, OR. 9 a.m. Part of weekend sports festival. www.racecenter.com/pacificrest.
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Mountains to Sound Relay.
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North Sound River Run Series 2.3 Miles. Langus Park, Everett. 9 a.m. Ray Townsend (425) 397-7214.
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