Have you ever asked yourself why you run, maybe you still need to try out one of Why Racing Events many running and triathlon events throughout the year. Why Racing does a great job of offering up great swag, organized races and weekend festivals, and there is a distance or event for everyone. Even better, if you participate in more than one of their multiple events during one of their festivals (for instance, a 5k…
If you’re a runner and you do road races in Oregon, you’ve heard of Run With Paula Events. Paula Harkin is the race director for several wonderful events throughout the year and her races are the Gold Standard. Every one of them is well marked, well organized, well supported, and (most importantly,) well loved. The courses are often challenging (Hello Helvetia Hills!) but beautiful (Ah, Bridge of the Goddess!!) and well worth the price tag.…
If you’re still trying to get a run in to celebrate the end of 2021, (which let’s face it, wasn’t any better than 2020,) you have a couple of great virtual options available to you. Check them out below. The Ball Drop Half Marathon/10k/5k is a virtual race option brought to you by Why Racing Events, and not only is the swag great, but it’s a wonderful way to support funding for A Caring Closet,…
It’s no wonder that the tagline for the PRC Winter 5k Series is “Never let winter win.” In Oregon, December through February could arguably be the worst in the way of wet and cold weather for the year. This race series offers runners a 5k for each of those three months, and some might wonder why. So then .. Why? Because we ARE runners. It’s what we do. It proves how strong we are. And…
The Ugly Holiday Sweater Run is back and better than ever!! This event is in it’s 9th annual year and it’s a completely free 5k run and walk that will be fun for the whole family. This race is a great benefit for the Ladybug CDH Foundation, so please bring items that can be used in the NICU like cotton receiving blankets, stuffed animals, and other items that can be used for infants. Though this…
If you’re looking for a festive run for the whole family, Jingle Bells Run in Eugene could be a great pick. Race, jog, or walk a 5K or 15K, or team up with family and friends for the three-runner 15K relay. For the kids, there’s a free Rudolph Run and a visit from Santa. Dressing up is encouraged, too, to get in the spirit of the season. The 5K and 15K courses both start in…
The Corvallis Turkey Trot is back this year with its 5k, 10k, and 1k Little Gobblers kids’ run on Thanksgiving morning, November 25. Organized by Corvallis Parks and Rec, this event benefits the Parks and Rec Scholarship fund, providing low or no cost program registration to low income families. The races start and end at Osborn Aquatic Center (map). The start times are staggered to alleviate congestion in the starting area and on the course.…
It can be hard to motivate ourselves to run this time of year, but a race can be a great way to get us laced up and out the door. Thankfully the 2021 Reindeer Run is back after a year off, so come out to St. Helens on December 4th and get it done!! The Reindeer Run offers a Half Marathon, a 5k, and a 10k Run Walk and this event has been an annual…
There are always lots of Turkey Trots on or around Thanksgiving, but one of the best ones is definitely the Hood To Coast Turkey Trot in Portland. What makes this one so special? You get to run at PIR (Portland International Raceway) and view all lights of the Sunshine Winter Wonderland before anyone else!! This is a great way to kick off the transition into the Christmas season. In case you weren’t aware of it,…
The 2021 Arctic Circle Turkey Trot 5k and 10k in Newport takes off at Rogue Brewing on Thanksgiving morning, November 25. The morning starts at 9am with the kids’ half-mile race. The 5k and 10k follow at 9:15. The course for both distances is very flat and very scenic. The 5k is a simple out-and-back heading west towards the jetty, giving participants great views of the Pacific Ocean. The 10k starts the same as the…
