November is when the running calendar starts to feel a little different. The clocks have changed, the days are getting shorter, and the holidays are officially knocking on the door. Between the cooler mornings, the early sunsets (or just constant clouds and rain), and the growing list of things to do before the end of the year, finding time for a race can take a little more planning.
November doesn’t have quite the same packed schedule as the warmer months, but there are still some fun options around Oregon and Southwest Washington, including trail races, road races, and a few opportunities to work up an appetite before the holiday feasts begin.
One thing to keep in mind: we haven’t included the Thanksgiving turkey trots in this monthly roundup. Those races will have their own standalone post, so you can find our full list of turkey trots separately from here.
| Race Name | Date | Location | Distances | Registration Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Fundraiser | November 7, 2026 | Grants Pass, OR | 5K, 1M | More Information |
| Fanciest 5K Ever | November 7, 2026 | Salem, OR | 5K | More Information |
| Lithia Loop Trail Marathon | November 7, 2026 | Ashland, OR | 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K | More Information |
| Oregon Brewery Running Series – Grains of Wrath | November 7, 2026 | Camas, WA | 5K | More Information |
| Stumptown XC Series – Pier Park | November 7, 2026 | Portland, OR | 8K, 6K | More Information |
| Run the Rock | November 7–8, 2026 | Terrebonne, OR | 50K trail run | More Information |
| Autumn Trails Eugene | November 8, 2026 | Eugene, OR | 16M, 10M, 6M, 3.5M | More Information |
| Eola Hills No Hills 5K/10K | November 14, 2026 | Rickreall, OR | 10K, 5K | More Information |
| Every Step Counts: All Abilities Race | November 14, 2026 | Scappoose, OR | 5K | More Information |
| Girls on the Run 5K | November 14, 2026 | Bend, OR | 5K | More Information |
| Oregon Brewery Running Series – Migration | November 14, 2026 | Portland, OR | 5K | More Information |
| Pioneer Road Run | November 14, 2026 | Phoenix, OR | 9M, 5K | More Information |
| Battle to the Pacific | November 21, 2026 | Fort Stevens State Park, OR | 13.1M, 10K, 5K | More Information |
| The Ruff | November 22, 2026 | Cook, WA | 7M | More Information |
| Portland Donut Run | November 27, 2026 | Portland, OR | 5K | More Information |
| Vancouver Donut Run | November 27, 2026 | Vancouver, WA | 5K | More Information |
