PDX Triathlon Festival

Why Run THIS Race?

When you sign up for the Gresham Lilac Run presented by Unitus Community Credit Union, your race fees go to support our Race Beneficiaries who provide services within Gresham. The 2026 Lilac Run Beneficiaries are:

Rockwood Market Hall

Gresham Youth Advisory Council

Magic Wheelchair

Shooting Star Adventures

Waitlist:

To join the waitlist, email LilacRun@greshamoregon.gov. Please include full name and race distance.

Race Day Information

Saturday, April 18

8:00 am – Half Marathon

8:15 am – 10K

8:30 am – 5K

2026 course routes are linked above and include POI's that show directional support and aid station locations. Prefer MapMyRun? Last year's routes linked here: 5k / 10k / Half

Packet Pickup

Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at Migration Brewing's Gresham Brewery and Pub location.

18188 NE Wilkes Rd, Portland, OR 97230

*Need to arrange other accommodations? Email LilacRun@GreshamOregon.gov

FREE Little Lilac Run - 10:00am

The Little Lilac Run will be run in two heats, a 400-meter dash for the younger kids and an 800-meter dash for the older participants on the Springwater Corridor. Parents are welcome to run with kids, and they will be visible from the start/finish line.

Little Lilac Runners will be able to pick up their runner bibs on race day from the City of Gresham booth at 9am, they will not be available on the standard racer packet pickup days.

FAQ

Prepare for the Elements - The Half Marathon and 10k course take place on both paved trails / roads and dirt trails. Be prepared for mud and wet and keep an eye on the weather as the race approaches!

Trail Etiquette 101- Stay to the right and pass on the left. As you are running on the trails, be sure to keep to the right of the trails. We share this trail with the public, so please be cautious and courteous to all pedestrians and cyclists on the trails.

Street Crossing – ALL courses cross public roads. We will have volunteers at the major intersections keeping the crosswalk lights on for athletes, BUT ALWAYS BE CAUTIOUS AND ALERT. Half marathon and 10k runners, not all street crossings have crosswalk lights and volunteers—PLEASE BE AWARE and cross ALL roads with caution.

Emergencies – In the event of an emergency on the course, if you have your cell, please call 911. We will have an EMT/Paramedic at Main City Park available for any course emergencies. The water/snack stations are also equipped with first aid kits.

Dogs on the trail – Friendly pups who play well with others and are on a leash are allowed on the courses. Please be sure to start at the back of your race heat to avoid any trip hazards. Please also bring your own pup-poop bags to keep the trails clear for others.

Bibs – Bibs must be visible at the finish line to receive a finisher medal.

Event Sponsorship

We are thrilled to host Unitus Community Credit Union for the Eighth year in a row as our presenting sponsor. A big thank you to Unitus Community Credit Union for making this event possible year after year!

Interested in sponsoring the Gresham Lilac Run? Please email Race Director Jake Ostrow at jake.ostrow@greshamoregon.gov

Race Information

The race starts at 8:00 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6645318825

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6084281506

The course is an out and back. (2.16M)

Half Marathon does the course six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

Celebrate the incredible strength, love, and spirit of moms everywhere at the Super Mom 5K/10K/Half Marathon! Whether you are a mother, are running for a mother, or simply want to honor the inspiring women who have shaped our lives, this event is open to everyone. This race is all about celebrating the heroes we call “Mom”—past, present, and future.

Participants can choose from the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distances, each designed to offer a rewarding and uplifting race-day experience. Every athlete who crosses the finish line will receive a commemorative finisher medal, a keepsake symbolizing strength, gratitude, and accomplishment.

We’ll also recognize outstanding performances with awards to the top three finishers in the traditional five-year age groups, ensuring fair and exciting competition across all divisions.

Come run, walk, or cheer at Captain William Clark Park as we honor the incredible women who make our world better every day. It's a celebration of endurance, love, and the superpowers of moms everywhere!

REFLECTION RUN HAS RAISED ALMOST $60,000 THANKS TO YOU!

The 11th Annual Reflection Run will honor the brave men and women who have or are currently serving in our Armed Forces and remember those who have given the ultimate sacrifice fighting for our freedom. The Half Marathon, 10K & 5K running and walking courses will travel along the mighty Columbia River with views of Mt. Hood and the Gorge. The routes will be lined with local Hero Posters of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice, and the event will benefit various Northwest Battle Buddies & various Military Organizations and Non-profits.

Veterans and those actively serving race Reflection Run for FREE. It’s our way of thanking you for your service. Email registration@whyracingevents.com with your Military service details and we will send you a comp code so you can register.

After your run or walk on the beautiful Washougal trail, we will enjoy food and drink and share race stories and meet Veterans or those currently serving in the Armed Forces so we can personally thank them for their service.

Race Information

The race starts at 8:00 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6645318825

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6084281506

The course is an out and back. (2.16M)

Half Marathon does the course six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com