Road Races

Course HighlightsThe Rip City Race for the Roses weaves through the heart of Portland starting from Rose Quarter Commons, the plaza between Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Moda Center. The course showcases Portland's vibrant downtown neighborhoods and riverside paths, with the start and finish framed by the iconic Rose Festival atmosphere. All distances begin between 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., with early finishers crossing the line just after 8:00 a.m.Race DetailsOrganized in partnership with the Royal Rosarians — Portland's official ambassadors […]

A scenic coastal road race in Blaine, Washington, that features various distances and a unique club challenge along the shores of Birch Bay. Course Highlights The course runs along the beautiful shores of Birch Bay, offering runners expansive views of the water and the mountains of British Columbia. Participants can expect a mostly flat and paved route along Birch Bay Drive, where local wildlife like eagles and herons are frequently spotted. The 15K and 30K courses include loops that pass […]

Course HighlightsThe Holiday Half starts and finishes at the beautiful LEED Platinum-certified Daimler Truck North America campus on Swan Island, overlooking the Willamette River in Portland. The half marathon, 15K, 10K, and 5K routes wind through the city's northwest neighborhoods and waterfront, featuring carolers and holiday music stations positioned throughout the course. A popular cookie station greets runners on all distances, delivering one of the most delicious on-course fuel stops in Oregon racing.Race DetailsHosted by Foot Traffic, Portland's beloved local […]

Course HighlightsThe Cherry Creek Sneak is one of Denver's oldest and most beloved springtime running traditions, held annually the last Sunday of April in the vibrant Cherry Creek North neighborhood. Courses of five distances wind through the tree-lined streets of one of Denver's most walkable and stylish districts, passing boutique shops, art galleries, and restaurants. The signature 10-Mile course is the centerpiece for competitive runners, while the 5-Mile, 5K, and 1.5-Mile Sprint options welcome everyone from speedy elites to families […]

The San Juan Island Half Marathon is a breathtaking destination race that showcases the stunning coastal beauty and rolling hills of one of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic islands. Course Highlights The point-to-point course for the San Juan Island Half Marathon starts at South Beach inside San Juan Island National Historic Park and finishes at Jackson Beach, just south of Friday Harbor. Runners will navigate a scenic route featuring three main climbs around miles 0, 3, and 9, with a […]

The St. Patrick's Day Dash is a historic Seattle tradition and one of the Northwest's largest themed running events, featuring a 5K race followed by a festive post-dash bash (https://stpatsdash.com/race-info/). Course Highlights The 5K course starts and finishes at Seattle Center, winding through the shadow of the Space Needle (https://stpatsdash.com/race-info/). Participants run through the South Lake Union neighborhood, passing the Amazon Spheres and looping through the business district (https://stpatsdash.com/race-info/). The route includes an out-and-back section on Aurora Ave and concludes […]

Course HighlightsPints to Pasta is one of Portland's most beloved road races, offering a beautiful and fast point-to-point course through the heart of the city. The race starts with a dramatic crossing of the Broadway Bridge before dropping onto Naito Parkway along the west side of the Willamette River. Runners cross the Morrison Bridge and finish at OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) on the east bank. The course showcases Portland's iconic bridges and riverfront in a single exhilarating […]