5k – Run Oregon

Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness Virtual 5k/10k

July 14, 2020 // 0 Comments

The Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness is one of the most successful, longest-running local events put on entirely by volunteers with all proceeds going directly to a non-profit organization. This event, typically run in Cook Park, raises funds for the [read more...]

Beasts OCR 5K+, A Challenge Like No Other!

July 4, 2020 // 0 Comments

If you are an OCR (obstacle course race) enthusiast, there’s a good chance you know of the Beasts Obstacle Course Racers. This group organizes Beast Challenges throughout the year that you can do on your own or you can join others in your area [read more...]

2020 Rugged Maniac Virtual Challenge – Mix It Up!

June 23, 2020 // 0 Comments

I haven’t been motivated to do any virtual races lately because it just felt too much like what I was already doing . . . going for a run by myself. But, I was intrigued by the obstacle course race (OCR) virtual events because it had some [read more...]

Uberthons 2020 Virtual Race (anywhere you live)

June 22, 2020 // 0 Comments

Over the last several years I’ve made so many wonderful memories running at Uberthons events, from 5k’s to full marathons. My very favorite is the Uberthons Half Series. One half marathon each season of the year. The events are family [read more...]

Low-cost, Team-scored Virtual Stumptown Quarantine Summer Series Kicks Off June 28

June 19, 2020 // 0 Comments

Team Red Lizard is putting on the Stumptown Quarantine Summer Series next Sunday. The Series is comprised of three races: a 10k, a 5k, and a “Grade-Adjusted Uphill Mile.” (Don’t worry, we’ll explain.) What makes this series [read more...]

Stumptown Quarantine 5k Illustrates how a Virtual Race can be Competitive

June 19, 2020 // 1 Comment

For runners that enjoy swift competition, the Stumptown Quarantine 5k, organized by Team Red Lizard, was a big draw. Not only does the club have a reputation for attracting fast runners, but it offered a two-week window in which people could sign [read more...]

Stars, Stripes & Shelter Virtual 5k – Raise funds for Beaverton students & families

June 17, 2020 // 0 Comments

The Stars, Stripes & Shelter Virtual 5k will raise funds for two Beaverton non-profits. Family Promise of Beaverton provides social services and shelter to families experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their housing, and Planting Seeds [read more...]

Run with a Friend: 2020 Pacific Northwest Marathon (anywhere you live)

June 16, 2020 // 0 Comments

Pacific Northwest Marathon has teamed up with area runners to collaborate a fun option for those that were planning on running the race September 19th. Of course we would rather all be together like years past, but there are still many “good” [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Pacific Crest Endurance Sports Festival (Virtual)

June 15, 2020 // 0 Comments

As most races have this year, the 2020 Pacific Crest Endurance Sports Festival has been turned into a virtual event due to COVID-19. Of course folks are bummed that they won’t be able to travel to Central Oregon for this super fun event this year, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Foot Traffic Flat Marathon/Half Marathon/10k/5k (Virtual Race)

May 31, 2020 // 0 Comments

Some things runners in Oregon could always look forward to in the summer were sun, sweat, and the Foot Traffic Flat on Sauvie Island on Juy 4th. This year, the 2020 Foot Traffic Flat will look a little different, as participants are being [read more...]

Race Preview: Uberthons Virtual Runs (replacing the seasonal events)

May 23, 2020 // 0 Comments

In a normal (i.e., non-Covid-19) year, Uberthons puts on four seasonal races, all with half marathon distance options, and one in the summer with a full marathon. All four also have quarter marathon options, and the non-summer ones have 5K as well. [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Reflection Run 5k/10k/Half Marathon (virtual)

May 16, 2020 // 0 Comments

Runners are living in a new world, and if we’re going to get excited to run, it’s probably going to have to be by doing virtual races for awhile. But not all virtual races are created equal and some are definitely worth lacing up for more than [read more...]

Stumptown Quarantine 5k Starts Today – Free Virtual Race

May 9, 2020 // 0 Comments

My favorite thing about running races is the friend aspect: carpooling, hanging out together afterwards, and maybe even racing together. Recently, local races have switched to virtual races due to COVID-19 restrictions, and races are no longer a way [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Run on the River (Virtual)

April 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

The Run on the River is an annual favorite for the Astoria Parks, Recreation and Community Foundation, helping people come together and stay healthy. Thanks to coronavirus those two goals are currently at odds with one another, but the spirit of the [read more...]

Virtual Race Preview: 2020 Allstate Hot Chocolate 15k/5k

April 17, 2020 // 0 Comments

There are many things I took for granted before the pandemic shut us all inside, and one that I hadn’t really considered was the thrill of standing shoulder to shoulder with other runners in the starting line chute, wondering if I’d eaten enough [read more...]

Missing racing? Don’t forget about the virtual Spring Classic Duathlon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K

April 11, 2020 // 0 Comments

Why Racing Events has been highlighted across the country for proving that “You can cancel the race but you can’t cancel the runners”! Going virtual may not sound very appealing but consider that it will give you something positive to focus [read more...]

Run Northbest Stronger Together Virtual 5K, 10K & Half Marathon this Saturday

April 9, 2020 // 0 Comments

Our friends at Run Northbest are hosting a virtual race with all proceeds to be donated to Feeding the Frontline PDX & Feeding America. Run Northbest is known for their summer race series – a low-cost lineup of weekly 5k races with beer at [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Virtual Spring Classic Duathlon AKA CoronaClassic by Why Racing Events

April 8, 2020 // 0 Comments

Due to the current “stay at home” order given by state and federal government, most organized road races and other racing events cannot take place in their regular fashion this spring. WHY Racing’s Spring Classic Duathlon, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Hop Hop Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K (Portland)

March 14, 2020 // 0 Comments

**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** [read more...]

2020 Spring Classic Duathlon & Home Depot Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k

March 14, 2020 // 0 Comments

**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** I am [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Oregon Brewery Running Series – Hoppy Earth Day Brewfest (McMinnville)

March 14, 2020 // 0 Comments

**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** On April [read more...]

Race Recap: 2020 OBS 5k at Baerlic Barley Pod

March 13, 2020 // 0 Comments

In my travels, I have been to 555 unique breweries across the country and there are now only a handful in Oregon I haven’t been to. However, while I have been to Baerlic Brewing before, their new-ish Barley Pod location was one that has eluded me, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Bend Marathon and Half

March 13, 2020 // 0 Comments

**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** If you [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2020 SW Hope 5K (Portland)

March 11, 2020 // 0 Comments

**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** SW Hope [read more...]

Race Preview: The Pear Blossom Run (Medford)

March 9, 2020 // 0 Comments

**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** The Pear [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Oregon Brewery Running Series at Von Ebert Brewing

March 7, 2020 // 0 Comments

**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** It’s [read more...]