Silver Falls 50K, Marathon & 7 Miler

Participate in one or all of the STRIDE run/walk events! Taking place in some of Salem’s most loved parks and held once a month on a Saturday morning, May-September. Strollers and dogs on a leash are welcome!

Maps are emailed to participants after 5 p.m. on Friday, the night before the event.

Bibs are available for pick up at/on the day of the event. For this event, bibs are available at the picnic shelter off parking lot 3.

This course is in Minto-Brown Island Park on hard trail surfaces.

Bush Park Thursday Night Races – August 2026

Join us this August for another exciting season of Bush Park Thursday Night Races! Whether you're chasing a personal best or just out for some fun with the local running community, this family-friendly series is a summer favorite.

🏃 Race Info & Registration

This year’s 3K and 5K courses have remained the same from the previous year, and the overall race format remains the same.

Online registration is available via RunSignUp and is highly encouraged. Same-day registration will also be available onsite as in previous years.

💡 Pro tip: Register for multiple races at once to save on processing fees!

Online registration closes each Wednesday night before race day.

Kids' races (500m & 1600m) are in-person registration only, on race night.

📅 Race Nights & Schedule

Join us on Thursdays: August 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th — final week being Ribbon/Awards Night!

WVRR club members get discounts on all our races, so be sure to join the club. Your membership fees go directly to making these races happen and towards our donation programs and our annual Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship. To learn more, visit our site linked above.

Evening Schedule:

**Please note that on May 1st, WVRR will be notified about its application for a special grant to go towards registration fees for youth participants. This grant will help reduce the cost of each youth participant's registration fees. Please be on the lookout for emails from WVRR and social media posts if this price change happens.

5:00 PM – Registration Table Opens

6:00 PM – 3000 Meters (Open to All) – $10

6:20 PM – 500 Meters (Ages Under 7) – FREE

6:35 PM – 1600 Meters (Ages 7–12) – FREE

6:50 PM – 5000 Meters (Open to All) – $10

💙 Community Impact

Your participation helps support:

Local High School Cross Country Teams

The Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Willamette Valley Road Runners

🚫 Friendly Reminders

For everyone’s safety, no strollers or pets are allowed on the race courses.

2025 Race Results are here

Thank you for supporting Salem Free Clinics, we exist to be an expression of Christ’s love to bridge the gap in healthcare access by providing quality compassionate care at no cost to those in need. Last year’s race was a huge success, raising more than $41,000! This year, we are excited to announce that we will have both an in-person and virtual race option again!

Register by July 23rd to be guaranteed a free t-shirt (only adult sizes available)!

• $30 for Early Bird Pricing | $35 starting July 23rd as well

• $15 registration fee for ages 6-12

• Ages 5 and below register for free (no t-shirt included)

NOTE TO IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS: At our event, we ask that you keep your furry friends at home. Thank you!

NOTE TO VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS: Run or walk your distance between August 8th and August 15th and keep track of your time to send to Huber Timing if you want it posted. To post your time, follow the instructions in your Welcome Email sent at the race start time on August 8th.

Participate in one or all of the STRIDE run/walk events! Taking place in some of Salem’s most loved parks and held once a month on a Saturday morning, May-September. Strollers and dogs on a leash are welcome!

Bibs are available for pick up at/on the day of the event. For this event, bibs are available near Phillips' Field. Parking off Cross and Yew Streets will put you closer to the start/finish area.

Maps are emailed to participants after 5 p.m. on Friday, the night before the event.

This event taking place in Bush's Pasture Park utilizes a mixture of both soft and hard trail surfaces.

Runners and walkers of all ages and skill levels are invited to enjoy a fun, fast and beautiful course in Salem, Oregon. After the race, be sure to stay and enjoy music and awards, cheer on our kids race runners and enjoy award-winning Oregon wines and craft beer!

Sunday September 13, 2026

Riverfront Park - Salem, OR

Event Start Times:

8:00 am - Half Marathon

8:05 am - 10K

8:10 am - 5K

10:30 am - Kids Run (untimed kids 0.4 mile run or walk)

What's Included:

• Official Race Shirt

• Special Finisher Medal

• An awesome finisher party including live music and award winning Oregon beer wine & cider

• Overall awards for top three male and female finishers

• Masters (40+) awards for top three masters male and female finishers in each race distance

• Age group awards for top three male and female finishers per category (See Below)

• An amazing day amongst friends, new friends and fellow participants!

Key Event Details:

Dogs and strollers are not allowed on the course. If you have little ones interested in being a part of race day, please consider taking part in our untimed kids race (they also receive a bib, shirt and medal)!

All Race Courses are set to end at 12:30 PM. Half Marathon participants, please ensure you are able to complete the event in under 4 hours and 30 minutes (roughly 20:35 pace per mile)

Packet Pickup:

Packet Pickup will take place on Friday (9/11/26) and Saturday (9/12/26).

Friday (9/11/26) - Packet Pickup from 4-8 pm at Willamette Valley Vineyards Salem Hills Tasting Room

(8800 Enchanted Way SE Turner, OR 97392)

All race participants age 21+ are invited to enjoy a complimentary seasonal flight during packet pickup. Stay for dinner and enjoy the beautiful views of wine country. Be sure to bring your ID! Thank you to our Premier Sponsor, Willamette Valley Vineyards!

Saturday (9/12/25) - Packet Pickup from 1-5 pm at Gallagher Fitness Resources

(135 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301)

Pre-Race offerings:

Morning packet pickup, coffee, water and bananas for participants. Gear check available at registration booth.

Post-Race:

Enjoy a complimentary 5-ounce pour from our premier sponsor and exclusive wine provider, Willamette Valley Vineyards, or a 12 oz glass of craft beer or cider.

Enjoy music and a variety of food offerings from local food trucks for purchase after the event as well as awards for overall and age group finishers.

Parking:

Please prioritize using Street Parking in Downtown Salem as well as downtown parking garages. Plan for plenty of time to arrive and get situated prior to the event. The Riverfront park Carousel Parking lot will fill very fast the morning of the event.

Please plan accordingly! Day-of packet pickup ends at 7:50 am. The race will begin on time at 8:00 am.

Awards:

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be given for the overall winners, master's winners (age 40+) and the following age groups:

19 and Under

20 - 29

30-39

40-49

50-59

60-69

70+

Introducing the Cherry City Team Competition!

Grab your friends and running buddies and be sure to register as part of a team/group during registration! Along with your individual race results, we will tabulate the race results for teams and will have awards for the top male and female teams for all three race distances!

Are you a part of or lead a local/community Run Club?

We would love to get connected with you! Please email us or send us a direct message on social media telling us about your group to see about specials offers and opportunities!

Our mission is to empower the grassroots running and walking community and be a reliable and favorite race on your yearly training calendar!

We Need Volunteers!

Our event doesn’t happen without the support of the incredible community of runners, walkers and just all around great people who are willing to support the event. If you’re unable to participate in the Cherry City Half Marathon and still want to be a part of race day please consider volunteering.

Aid Station Locations on Course:

Half Marathon Aid Stations

Location Water Electrolyte Drink Energy Chews/Gels Portable Toilets

Mile 1 Yes Yes No No

Mile 2.2 Yes Yes No No

Mile 4.1 Yes Yes No Yes

Mile 5.3 Yes Yes Yes Yes

Mile 7 Yes Yes Yes Yes

Mile 11 Yes Yes Yes Yes

Mile 12.1 Yes Yes Yes Yes

10K Aid Stations

Location Water Electrolyte Drink Energy Chews/Gels Portable Toilets

Mile 0.9 Yes Yes No Yes

Mile 2.2 Yes Yes Yes Yes

Mile 4.1 Yes Yes No Yes

Mile 5.4 Yes Yes Yes Yes

5k Aid Stations

Location Water Electrolyte Drink Energy Chews/Gels Portable Toilets

Mile 1.1 Yes Yes No Yes

Mile 2.2 Yes Yes No Yes

Courses:

Please find our courses below!

All additional information will be posted here when available.