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9th Annual Big Backyard 5K

Join friends, family and fellow outdoors enthusiasts in a fun 5K run/walk to support King County Parks – the Big Backyard 5K presented by Kaiser Permanente, June 3 at Marymoor Park. The ninth-annual event starts at 9:00am. The flat and…

Aluminum Man Triathlon/Duathlon Reaches 30-Year Mark

Every fall, the Aluminum Man tri/duathlon takes place in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge.  This year marks the 30th year for the Aluminum Man, and organizers hope for their most exciting race thus far.  The race offers competitors options of…

Desiree Linden Wins 2018 Boston Marathon

Linden becomes first American woman to win the race in 33 years, headlines banner day for Hansons-Brooks Original Distance Project SEATTLE – April 16, 2018 – Hansons-Brooks Original Distance Project veteran Desiree Linden won the Boston Marathon in commanding fashion.…

Put the North Olympic Discovery Marathon on your Bucket List

Put the North Olympic Discovery Marathon on Sunday, June 3, on your bucket list. With almost of million acres of wilderness in the nearby Olympic National Park, visitors will find different ecosystems that include glacier-capped mountains, old-growth temperate rain forests…

Run Astoria’s Historic Waterfront

Visit Astoria’s historic waterfront and run the 5th Annual Run on the River on Sunday, May 20. Runners will receive locally made finisher’s medals, as well as a post-race meal from the Buoy Beer Company, located right on the Columbia…

Something for Everyone at the Salish Sea Road Race Series

Challenge yourself this year by adding the Salish Road Race Series to your race schedule. This unique series offers rewards for participants who finish three of the following four events:  Whidbey Island Marathon, Capital City Marathon, North Olympic Discovery Marathon…

Why the Capital City Marathon is a Must-Do

The Capital City Marathon is one of the most well-regarded, best-supported road race events in the Pacific Northwest. The all-volunteer event, now in its 37th year, includes a marathon, half marathon, and 5-mile run on Sunday, May 20, and a…