Emerald City 5k

Welcome to West Seattle Float Dodger 5K, Seattle's most fun summer running tradition!

Imagine running down California Ave SW, a main drag usually reserved for cars. Imagine being cheered by thousands of people, the entire length of the run. Imagine trying to outrun spectacular parade floats of the West Seattle Summer Parade. All of this can be yours at the West Seattle Float Dodger 5K.

Finish your run with a root beer float!

100% of the proceeds benefits West Seattle Food Bank!

"We're "Lookin' For a Cure" in scenic Warren G Magnesun Park! Join A Cure In Sight on Saturday July 25th, 2026 from 8AM-11AM, to walk or run with us. We will be taking steps to find a cure for a rare eye cancer, Ocular Melanoma. Ocular Melanoma is estimated by the American Cancer Society to have roughly 3000 new cases each year nationwide. Bring your friends and family to the race day--all ages welcome to walk or run with us.

Register, become a fund raiser, make a team, grab your friends and family and raise money to support local research with Dr. Stacey and Fred Hutch Cancer Center. Prizes will be awarded for largest team, largest fundraiser as well as top finishers.

Race Swag

• Guarantee t-shirt if registered by June 29th.

• Finisher Medal

• Food & Drink

• Aid Station

• Commemorative Race Bib

• Free downloadable photos

• Official finishers time with age group placements

Race day schedule

• Registration 8AM

• Race start 9AM

• Announcements Awards 10AM

Parking

Free parking past the boat launch area, just steps from the start line. If you have an issue on race day, please call 919-885-5264 for directions.