The Deschutes Dash 5k and 10k races take place in Bend on Saturday, July 16th as part of the Deschutes Dash Multisport weekend. Besides the running events, there are sprint and Olympic distance triathlons, aquabike and duathlon, a youth triathlon, and a kids splash-and-dash obstacle race.
Athletes take over the Sunriver Village June 24th – 26th for a weekend of fun with the Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival. Sunriver Mall is transformed into Athletes Village and there is an event for every level of athlete, including Tour de Crest bike tours, triathlons, duathlons and running events. Just South of Bend, Sunriver is a perfect location with views, restaurants and entertainment for all ages. There’s something for everyone in Sunriver and…
Looking for a fun, fast 5K for you and your furry, four-legged friend? For 30 bucks you can run, get a t-shirt and a cool bandana for your pup, all while running along Deschutes River! The Dog Gone Run is a dog-friendly 5K run/walk in Bend’s Riverbend Park, benefiting BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond. The Dog Gone Run kicks off BrightSide’s Pet Pawlooza, a pet friendly event featuring vendor booths, dog exhibitions, music, a beer…
It seems all too common anymore to incorporate multiple distances for a race. For instance, if there’s a 5K, there if often a 10K too and so on. There are certainly tons of racese where there is only 1 distance but when it comes to half marathons they tend to get grouped with something else. In the case of the Dirty Half, that takes place on the Phil’s Trail system, there is but one distance…and…
Ever seen a middle aged man running a race with a flower lei and a shimmery purple skirt while holding a pacing stick? You’ve been warned, it’s a little strange. I heard from a friend that Lay It Out Events was looking for some male pacers for the Happy Girls Half that is run exclusively by ladies. When I said yes to this adventure I figured at the most I might have to wear a shirt…
There are a bunch of races in the summer. We try to get to as many as we can, but sometimes there just isn’t enough time in the week to get them all scheduled! If you are looking for some local races to round out your calendar, read below!
Returning for its 22nd year, the Prineville Hotshot Memorial Run is a local favorite and a great way to honor the fallen Prineville Hotshots and support the Wildland Firefighter Foundation. There is a 5K run, a 10K run and a 5K walk. All races start together but run on different paths. The 5K run and walk will wind west through the streets of Prineville, starting and ending at Ochoco Creek Park. The 10K also starts…
Most Oregonians have a pretty good understanding of where Smith Rock is located within the state. For some of us, it’s in our back yard. Smith Rock State Park has quietly become a mecca for rock climbers and is now becoming a popular place to run, thanks to the fine folks at Go Beyond Racing. On Saturday May 7th, the Smith Rock Ascent (SOLD OUT, but currently accepting wait list runners) offers the popular 50K, the…
“16 Sports, 20+ Breweries, 1 Cool Mountain Town” Need yet another excuse to travel to the incredible Central Oregon area? Athletes 50+, get this series of events on your radar! June 9 through June 12, the 3rd Annual Oregon Senior Games is coming to Bend, Oregon! Featuring sixteen different sports, the Oregon Senior Games is sure to feature at least one event for everyone. Choose from 5K run/walk, track and field, archery, golf, softball, pickleball, swimming,…
On May 7th, The Miles for Mothers Races will be hosting their 3rd annual event at the American Legion Sports complex in Redmond. Fun, competitive, and professionally timed, this event is also honoring mothers. The goal is to heighten awareness of the many difficult issues mothers face, to increase knowledge of family health resources available and to promote healthy lifestyles in Central Oregon. In honor of Mother’s Day, funds raised will be specifically designated to subsidize the…
