Freedom Ultra Festival

Experience the beauty of the Pacific Northwest on this one-of-a-kind course set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Rainier. Enjoy a fast, scenic route along the Carbon River, surrounded by lush greenery and that perfect PNW sunshine—ideal conditions for runners ready to get outside and chase a personal best!

Run from Buckley to Orting, WA, featuring a gentle 700’ descent along the beautiful Foothills Trail.

The charming small towns along the way welcome you with open arms as you cruise down a smooth, paved trail connecting vibrant communities and celebrating the joy of movement.

The 10k is an out-and-back that starts in Orting, where the finish line is.

Runners enjoy all the fun of the half marathon but with about half the running!

Earn your shirt and custom medal. Delicious snacks await you this summer in a fast course.

Visit the official race website for full race details, course maps, and race weekend information: B&O Half Marathon and 10k

Join us for our 16th Annual "Little Steps, Big Dreams" race! Embrace the distance over 10K, walk/run our 5K family-friendly race, or have your littles do the Kids Dash!

Register before August 16th to be guaranteed a race shirt.

Pricing Schedule:

March 16 - March 30, $35 2-week special pricing

March 31 - June 30, $45

July 1 - Sept 18, $55

Race day registration, $65

COURSE INFORMATION

The starting and ending location of each race will be at The Grove (our outdoor preschool off of 33rd St. SE). Runners and walkers will head out of the site and through the Van Lierop Park, eventually turning left and onto the Foothills Trail. This is subject to change.

RACE TIMELINE

8:00 AM - Kids Dash (must be with parents)

8:15 AM - Group Photo

8:25 AM - Warm-up with Coach Sue

8:30 AM - 10K Start

8:40 AM - 5K Start

9:50 AM - Course closes

We encourage you to carpool and arrive early to find parking!

RACE ROUTE

The official 5K and 10K race routes will be uploaded soon!

PACKET PICKUP

It is highly recommended to pick up your bib number and race shirt at the Step By Step offices (next door to Farm 12 Restaurant) on the pickup day listed below.

Location:

3303 8th Ave SE, Unit #A

Puyallup, WA 98372

When:

Thursday, Sept 17 from 9 AM - 7 PM.

Please note, packets will not be available for pickup before 9am on Sept. 17th. Please do not call the office with packet pickup questions, if you have questions, please email: sukeighron@stepbystepfamily.org.

Packets will be available for pick up on race morning starting at 6:30 AM at the packet picket tent at The Grove. However, we strongly encourage you to pick up your packet on Thursday to avoid long lines and ensure a smooth race day experience.

FUNDRAISE

We’re working together to raise $55,000 to support the mission of Step By Step. Recruit your friends, family, and colleagues to join your team or invite them to make a donation in your name. Help us raise critical funds needed to help transform the lives of at-risk pregnant women, so they will deliver healthy babies, embrace positive parenting, and establish safe homes and secure futures.

FINISHERS CELEBRATION

After you finish your run, enjoy Happy Donuts donut holes, coffee, tasty treats, a kids zone, and lots more!

RAFFLE

Bring a package of diapers and/or wipes and be entered into our raffle drawing for some great prizes!

THANK YOU for partnering with us to build strong families in our community.

All proceeds from this event go to support Step By Step and help local moms and babies in need.

Join us in celebrating the rich history of the Puyallup Valley with a scenic run along the river!

This is a fast and relatively flat course, perfect for chasing a PR or enjoying a smooth, scenic run through the valley.

The START/FINISH line is located on the Puyallup Riverwalk Trail behind Fred Meyer. The 10K will head toward Sumner along the river. The Half Marathon will continue through Van Lierop Park and onto the Foothills Trail, showcasing some of the area’s most scenic paths. The course includes a mix of paved trail, sidewalks, and a few street crossings.

🏅 Awards will be presented to the top two male and female finishers in both the Half Marathon and 10K.

⚠️ Participant limit: This event is limited to 200 total registrants for safety reasons.

Registration Includes:

Finisher medal

Chipped timing bib

Post-race snacks

👕 First 60 registrants will receive a short-sleeve event shirt.

⏱ Half Marathon time limit: 4 hours.