Races

Celebrate the heart, grit, and greenery of Seattle at the Emerald City 5K—a race inspired by the city we love. From towering evergreens to iconic neighborhoods and that unmistakable Emerald City energy, this 5K is all about repping Seattle in motion. Rain or shine—because this is Seattle. Lace up and show your city some love at the Emerald City 5K. Visit our website for more information:  www.run2befit.com

Join us for the 6th annual Sundae Runday, where we combine our love of running with a love for ice cream! Finish your 10K, 5K run, or 2 mile (plus a little bit) walk with a delicious ice cream sundae with all the toppings!     Race Day Schedule: 8:30AM – Registration and Packet Pickup Opens 9:00AM – Costume Contest 9:15AM – Kids Dash 9:30AM – 10K Start 9:45AM – 5K and 2 Mile start 10:00AM - Ice cream time!  10:30am - Awards   Sundae FUNday Festivities: - Post-race ice cream treats for all, including your four-legged friends! - Finisher's item, it will be something fun, and functional!  - Water and whipped cream at the banana split halfway mark! - Chance to beat the ice cream - Free Event Photos - Kid’s Tent with Games & Crafts - Kids Dash with finisher items and ice cream - Costume Contest - put on your Sundae best!  - Traffic free course through Seward Park and the shores of Lake Washington.  - Stroller friendly event - Furry Friends: Dogs are welcome to run with us! Check the

🎀 Join the Fight: Breast Cancer Run! 🎀Lace up and make a difference at our annual Breast Cancer Run! Together, we can raise awareness and funds to support those affected by breast cancer. Enjoy a spirited day filled with community, inspiration, and hope. Let’s unite for a cause that touches us all and run for a future without breast cancer! Sign up now and help us make a lasting impact!   Overview:Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness

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🍫🏃‍♀️ Ready, Set, Chocolate! 🏃‍♂️🍫Join Us for the Sweetest Run of the Year – The Chocolate Run!Lace up your running shoes and bring your sweet tooth—because this isn’t your average race.It’s a deliciously fun event for all ages and fitness levels!   Overview:Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.  Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your t

The Orca Half is a half marathon along the shores of West Seattle, starting at Lincoln Park and finishing at Don Armeni Boat Launch. The half course is point to point, with two small out and back sections in the beginning and a longer one towards the end.  The 8-miler course is point to point, with two small out and back sections in the beginning.  See all of race details on our website here! VIRTUAL RACE INFO - We have 100 spots for virtual runners. Once they sell out there are no more available. You can run the distance all at once or break it up into chunks and run it on the date of your choosing. You will receive a shirt and medal that will be mailed after the in person race.

The 18th annual Run of Hope Seattle offers a 5K Run, 3K Walk, Kids Dash (for kids 8 and under) and, if you can't make it in person, a Virtual 5K all to raise money and awareness for cancer research at Seattle Children's.   We invite you to join us for a morning of fun, camaraderie and LOTS OF HOPE on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Seward Park. To learn more about pediatric cancer research at Seattle Children's, visit the Ben Towne Center for Childhood Cancer Research.

🥨 Lace up, get festive, and earn your Oktoberfest celebration the best way possible — by running for it! Our delightful 'Oktoberfest Fun Run' is back with a dash of Bavarian spirit. Join this race that's brimming with Gemütlichkeit (friendliness) and fun!  Overview:Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.  Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times

Register early! Space is limited to the first 4,000 climbers.  Adult: $76 registration before June 1 ($90 after June 1) | $200 minimum fundraising required Youth (8-17 years old): $55 registration  | $100 minimum fundraising required   ABOUT BASE 2 SPACE Scale the Space Needle’s two open-air staircases, taking in incredible views of downtown Seattle, Mt. Rainier, and the beauty of Puget Sound as you ascend 832 steps to the top of Seattle’s most iconic landmark! All donations raised for this charity stair climb go to Fred Hutch and the Space Needle Foundation. To date, Base 2 Space has raised over $4.5 million for groundbreaking cancer research. The 10th annual Base 2 Space climb takes place Sunday, September 27, 2026. All participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and access to the Space Needle’s indoor and outdoor observation decks, including the world’s first and only revolving glass floor. Click here for more information about the event.   ABOUT FRED HUTCH CANCER CENTER

The Seattle Kraken 5K presented by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) will take place Saturday October 3rd at Green Lake Park in Seattle. Proceeds from the event benefit the Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer Fund. This 5K fun run/walk will help kick off the start of the 2026 –2027 Seattle Kraken Season. Everett Fitzhugh will host the festivities which will feature members of our broadcast team, Buoy, and other Kraken special guests. Participants will enjoy a unique Seattle Kraken race event and it is designed for everyone to enjoy. Whether you run or walk, join us and show your support for the Seattle Kraken and the Kraken Hockey Fights Cancer Fund at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health!    Reduced pricing for kids up to age 13.    Create a team, after your first 5 people sign up, you will get a $5 refund!      Schedule:  Pre-Race Packet Pickup, Wednesday, September 30  3:00pm - 7:00pm - Pre-race packet pickup at Super Jock and Jill Greenlake at 7210 E. Greenlake Drive N Seattle, WA 98115

The Night Nation Run is the World’s first Running Music Festival the ultimate blend of a Music Festival and a Fun Run. Experience a music filled course with Live DJs, Bubble Zones, Light Shows, Neon, and Black Lights! Cross the finish line into an Epic Main Stage After Party featuring Top Headliner DJs! To date, over 2 MILLION people across the World have become a member of the Night Nation™! The Night Nation Run is proud to support Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) as their official charity. Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) is a groundbreaking initiative created to accelerate innovative cancer research that will get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives now. Celebrate Life. Celebrate friends and family. Celebrate Music. Run with the Night Nation™! REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Night Nation T-shirt (Premium & VIP Registration)Race BibGlow NecklaceFree GiveawaysPre and Post Race ConcertsAdmission into the Night Nation after partyThe best night of your life!

New for 2026: We will have a big pumpkin festival going on during the event. We will have games, face painting, and more! We are also adding a .25 mile stroller dash. This race is perfect for the runner who believes all seasons should be pumpkin season. Frolic through the leaves of scenic Seward Park, with a pumpkin spice twist. Choose from the 1 mile pumpkin dash, stroller dash, 5K, or 9K distance. We will also have a Kid’s Race for our littlest pumpkins. Need some extra spice? Pick a pumpkin from our mini pumpkin patch and run with it! Finish to a festive fall finish line celebration and fresh Pumpkin Spice Latte (included with your registration). This will be the most basic race you have ever attended, and we can’t wait!

Get excited for the 4th annual Where's Bigfoot 5k. Big·foot. /ˈbiɡfo͝ot/. noun 1.a large, hairy, ape-like creature resembling a yeti, supposedly found in northwestern America. Visit our FAQs: https://www.run2befit.com

Earn your candy at the 18th annual Run Scared, benefiting Blood Cancer United (formerly The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society) Choose from 10K, 5K or 2 mile walk or run.    Celebrate Halloween with a scary dash in Seward Park. Registration includes long sleeve race shirt, a surprise finisher's item and Halloween treats.  All while benefiting a great cause!    Virtual option for those who want to join us from across the country.    Free kids dash   In an effort to be more friendly on the environment, you can choose the "Trees not Tees" option and we will donate your shirt costs to an organization that will plant a tree in your name. You will get a certificate, GPS coordinates and a picture of your planted tree.    Schedule October 24, 2026   1:00pm - Packet pickup at West Seattle Runner opens 5:00pm - Packet pickup at West Seattle Runner closes   West Seattle Runner - 2743 California Ave SW Seattle, WA 98116   October 25, 2026   8:00am - Registration and packet pickup open 8:15a

Annual Trick or Treat 5k!  Join us for a spooktacular time at the Trick or Treat 5k ! Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a ghoulishly fun event at Green Lake Park . Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a leisurely stroll, this in-person event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels. FAQs: www.run2befit.com

Smooth vibes. Sweet energy. Bold moves. 🥜🍓 PB&J Fuel Run is all about a combo that just works. Mix your pace, spread the fun, and stick with it all the way to the finish. No stress, no expectations, just miles that feel good and a finish that feels even better. Run it your way, enjoy every step, and fuel your finish with good energy and great company. Let’s make this run unforgettable. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️✨   Overview:Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run club

Gobble, Jog, and Strut Your Stuff! Get ready to hit the pavement in style—questionable style, that is! Join us for the most hilariously festive run of the season at Green Lake Park: the Tacky Turkey Sweater 5K. Dig out your most outrageous, over-the-top, turkey or holiday-themed sweater (the tackier, the better!) and jog, waddle, or strut your way through a 5K course filled with laughter, fall vibes, and questionable fashion choices.  Bring your friends, your family, and maybe even your weird uncle who actually owns a turkey sweater collection. (Leave your pet turkey at home—trust us on this one.) Expect:Festive photo opsFabulous prizes for the tackiest sweatersA fun and inclusive community vibe So lace up, layer up, and let your turkey flag fly. Let’s make this the most unforgettable (and eye-watering) sweater parade Green Lake Park has ever seen!

**** Please Read in Entirety **** Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup 5K - Produced by Hi5K Calling all Turkey Trotters to run (or walk) in the 8th Annual Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup 5K!!! This is an Awesome way to celebrate both Thanksgiving AND Apple Cup at the same time!!! Come sporting your  Husky  or  Cougar  colors!!! If you are not a Husky or Coug, sport your own colors!!! Or, if you want to, dress up like a Turkey - we just want you to come out and have fun AND receive an official 5K chip-timed result. Event Information The event will be held at Green Lake Park in Seattle. The course is a 5K on the paved loop around Green Lake with the final stretch coming around the ball fields (see course links below). From a runners perspective - this course is legit, dope, sick, wicked, 'da bomb - 'ya feel me!!! And it is flat and fast if you are after a PR. We look forward to you joining us in this exceptionally high quality event.  If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must register you

November 28, 2026, will be the 41st running of the Seattle Ghost Marathon.  It started in 1985 when the Seattle Marathon changed courses and moved from Saturday to Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend. The course is a very flat and fast certified Boston Marathon qualifier.  The marathon is comprised of two 13.1-mile loops run on streets and sidewalks along scenic Lake Washington in Seattle, WA. The race start/finish is at the Ferdinand St Boat Launch (47.557338, -122.262188) 5018 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle, WA 98118.  It runs south with a clockwise loop of scenic Seward Park and back north to the start/finish area.  It continues north along Lake Washington through Leschi.  The north turnaround is just past the Madrona Drive intersection (47.613496, -122.281265) then you run south back to the start/finish.  There are aid stations every 3.1 miles on each loop. The race is managed and supported by the non-profit NW Ultras which has been the driving force behind the event since 2004.  Gree

Run through the Emerald City passing Pike Place, the Space Needle, and scenic Lake Washington. A November tradition.

Justify your holiday cookie consumption in style at the Electric Cookie Run! It couldn't be any simpler:Dress up in some fun holiday regalia, including some lights! Run one lap (2.8 miles) or 2 laps (5.6 miles) around Green Lake in your most festive holiday attire! Lights are encouraged! Collect your medal.Celebrate your achievement by dining on the finest cookies from Seattle's bakeries. Accept compliments regarding said medal on social media. Wear it to work on Monday. Okay, so maybe it could be simpler. The Electric Cookie Run is professionally chip timed and USATF sanctioned. Check out the website here!

Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure! Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis. Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis! For help or more information about Jingle Bell Run Seattle, visit the event website HERE

🎄 Sleigh That 5K 🎄Dashing Through the Snow... in Running Shoes!Get ready to sleigh your way into the holiday season! Join us at Green Lake Park for the Sleigh That 5K—a festive, in-person fun run that’s all about movement, merriment, and just the right amount of jingle. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker with a passion for peppermint mochas, this event is your chance to kick off the holidays with joy, energy, and plenty of holiday cheer. Ugly sweaters, elf ears, Santa hats—all festive flair is welcome (and encouraged)! 🎅 Expect: A scenic 5K route with lots of holiday vibesFestive music and photo opsHoliday outfits that would make Rudolph proudFun for the whole family (reindeer not required) So grab your crew, bundle up, and get ready to sleigh the day. Let’s make spirits (and sneakers) bright!

Let's begin 2026 on a very happy note. Because who doesn't like unicorns and rainbows? FAQs: https://run2befit.com/unicorns-%26-rainbows-5k-1

🎀 Galentine’s 5K Fun Run/Walk 🎀 Because nothing says “girl power” like running with your besties! Grab your gals, your soul sisters, your ride-or-dies, and join us for a heart-pumping, laughter-filled Galentine’s Day 5K! Whether you’re running, walking, skipping, or power-strutting, this event is all about celebrating friendship, empowerment, and FUN. Grab your bestie, mom, neighbor, friends, co-workers and join us for this fun 5k. Friendships included.  Running is optional.   Questions? Concerns? Email us! General inquiries:  info@run2befit.com

**** Please Read in Entirety **** Super Seattle 5K - Produced by Hi5K Calling all Super Bowl Fans to run (or walk) in the Super Seattle 5K!!!  This is an Awesome way to get ready for the Super Bowl a day before!!! Yes come and run a 5K in Seattle on Super Bowl Sunday. Come sporting your  SEAHAWK  colors!!! If you are not a Seahawk, sport your own team's colors!!! Or, wear anything you want - we just want you to come out and have fun AND receive an official 5K chip-timed result. Event Information The event will be held at Green Lake Park in Seattle. The course is a 5K on the paved loop around Green Lake with the final stretch coming around the ball fields (see course links below). From a runners perspective - this course is legit, dope, sick, wicked, 'da bomb - 'ya feel me!!!  And it is flat and fast if you are after a PR. We look forward to you joining us in this exceptionally high quality event.  If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must register you and sign the waiv