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  • Superhero Showdown [skinnyraven.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM

    Description

    Superhero Showdown is ON!!

    Get ready to dress up as your favorite Superhero or Supervillain and join us for a fun and fast 5K or Kid's Dash!

    For more information regarding the event visit the Skinny Raven website. We are working on getting the details ready for you!

    SKINNY RAVEN WEBSITE

    • Team Raven
    44.1 km
    Anchorage, Alaska, 99507, United States
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    1.3k 5k Run

  • Valley Thaw Out Races [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Come join us as we celebrate the start of running season in Alaska with the Valley Thaw Out Races!

    Grab your friends, family, and cohorts and sign up to run some spring miles together! There is a...

    Come join us as we celebrate the start of running season in Alaska with the Valley Thaw Out Races!

    Grab your friends, family, and cohorts and sign up to run some spring miles together! There is a distance for everyone at this family friendly race. Races include a kids Fun Run, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and NEW this year...a Full Marathon. Please see age restrictions for each distance.

    The Valley Thaw Out Races are a fundraiser for the MatSu Running Club, a non profit group offering coached running workouts and group runs throughout the spring and summer.

    THE COURSE:

    All races will start and finish at Pyrah's Pioneer Peak Farm on Bodenburg Loop. 4350 Bodenburg Loop, Palmer, AK 99645

    • 5K: Course will be an out and back on Bodenburg Loop. (Ages 7+)

    • 10K: Runners will head out on Bodenburg Loop until they reach the Glenn Highway, they will then turn RIGHT onto the bike path and run down to the next Bodenburg Loop Rd where they will turn RIGHT again and follow the road back to Pyrah's. Full disclosure...this full loop is just a bit longer than a strict 10K. (Ages 7+)

    • Half Marathon: Runners will head out on Bodenburg Loop until they reach the Glenn Highway, they will then turn LEFT onto the bike path and continue on the bike path until the turnaround by Virginia Ave. From the turnaround they will take the bike path to the SECOND Bodenburg Loop Rd where they will turn RIGHT and follow the road back to Pyrah's. (Ages 10+)

    • Marathon: Runners will head out on Bodenburg Loop until they reach the Glenn Highway, they will then turn LEFT onto the bike path and continue on the bike path to Airport Rd where they will turn LEFT. Runners will make their way to the Outer Springer Loop before returning back to the bike path via Airport Rd. Once on the bike path runners will continue on to the SECOND Bodenburg Loop Rd where they will turn RIGHT and follow the road back to Pyrah's. (Ages 14+)

    • Kid's Run: A fun loop around the beautiful farmlands of Pyrah's Pioneer Peak Farm. (Ages 10 & under. Adult/Older sibling may chaperone runner.)

    COURSE RESTRICTIONS:

    We will NOT be closing traffic to Bodenburg Loop Road. Runners will run on the shoulder against traffic. The 5K and 10K are open to children 7 and over, the Half is open to children 10 and over, the Marathon is open to children 14 and over. YOU are responsible for ensuring that your child understands the rules of the road. Any child under the age of 10 MUST have an adult running with them for the duration of the race. Race volunteers will assist with any crossings and blind corners. Due to these conditions there will be NO STROLLERS OR DOGS allowed the course. Failure to adhere to these regulations WILL result in a disqualification and/or removal from the race.

    RACE CAPS:

    In compliance with our permits for this event, the race cap is 250 participants across all divisions (excluding kids run.) We anticipate selling out quickly and once we do will establish a wait list for those hoping to get in.

    START TIMES:

    Marathon: 9:00AM

    Half Marathon: 10:00AM

    10K: 10:30AM

    5K: 11:00AM

    Kids Run: 11:30AM

    BIB PICKUP:

    Thursday, April 23: 5:00-7:00pm at AKtive Soles Performance Footwear Wasilla, (984 N Meridian Pl, Suite D, Wasilla, AK)

    Saturday, April 25: at registration tent at Pyrah's (4350 Bodenburg Loop, Palmer, AK)

    • Marathon: 8:00-8:30am

    • Half Marathon: 9:00-9:30am

    • 10K: 9:30-10:00am

    • 5K: 10:00-10:30am

    Yes, you may pick up your friend's bib. No, you may not exchange your shirt size.

    RACE SWAG:

    All 5K/10K/Half/Marathon finishers will receive:

    • 2026 Race Shirt* (if registered by March 21)

    • Finisher's Medal

    • VTOR Sticker

    Kid's finishers will receive:

    • Finisher's Token

    • VTOR Sticker

    *NOTE: The last day to register and be guaranteed a shirt is Saturday, March 21, 2026.

    REGISTRATION POLICY:

    Registration will open on November 7, 2025 at 8:00am and close on April 18, 2026 at midnight. Due to the cost of putting on events like this there will be NO refunds or deferments allowed. (Please consider purchasing race insurance at checkout if this is a concern for you.) There is NO day of race registration.

    RACE PARTNER:

    The Valley Thaw Out Races is a fundraising event for the MatSu Running Club, a non-profit running club in the Matanuska Susitna Valley. A portion of the race proceeds go directly to the club in support of their mission to help new and seasoned runners meet personal goals, create community, and increase the joy and satisfaction of running. For more information you can visit their website here: MatSu Running Club

    44 km
    4350 Bodenburg Loop, Palmer, Alaska, 99645, United States
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    3.1 Miles 6.2 Miles 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Fun Run Run

  • Boondocks Breakaway 5K & 2.5K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM

    Description

    The Anchorage Running Club's season kickoff event features a 5K and 2.5K race on the trails at Russian Jack Park. Your Anchorage Running Club membership gives you 100% discount on this race,...

    The Anchorage Running Club's season kickoff event features a 5K and 2.5K race on the trails at Russian Jack Park. Your Anchorage Running Club membership gives you 100% discount on this race, nonmembers pay $25.

    Join us for this fun race event where the course may have patches of snow left on it in some areas which makes it slightly different and a bit challenging.

    Post race there is an award ceremony to give out Over All and Age Group awards as well as snacks, water, and Gatorade.

    38.9 km
    1600 Lidia Selkregg Lane, Anchorage, Alaska, 99504, United States
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    2.5k 5k Run Trail

  • Spring Duathlon Series [turnagaintraining.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Wed, Apr 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM

    Description

    This "all pavement" Family duathlon (run/bike/run) is a blast for families, with a race distance for everyone! The race starts at Kincaid Park near the chalet, at the top of the Coastal Trail with a...

    This "all pavement" Family duathlon (run/bike/run) is a blast for families, with a race distance for everyone! The race starts at Kincaid Park near the chalet, at the top of the Coastal Trail with a run around the old biathlon loop on paved trails. The transition area is near the start/finish line followed. Racers will bike around the new biathlon range loop, followed by one final run around the old biathlon loop. This duathlon is the only on pavement duathlon in Alaska.

    NEW: Please note, our adult wave is back with a NEW weekly run course announced at the event on trails, where you can expect an approx. 1.5-2mile loop! Our teens will run on the same course as the adults!

    WHO: Kids ages 4 up through Adults!

    WHERE: Kincaid Park, start is at the top of the Coastal Trail behind the chalet, in Anchorage, Alaska.

    WHEN: April 28, May 5th, May 12th, 2026. See time table and distances below!

    WHAT: Running & Biking multi-sport race! Any kind of bike is welcome. Kids will have a specific transition area where they can lay their bike down on the ground OR use a kickstand.

    SWAG: Sign up by April 1st to ensure you will received a FREE race t-shirt. After April 1st, t-shirts will be limited to the first come, first served with all remaining t-shirt stock. We also will have custom race bibs & NEW Spring Duathlon finisher medals for all!

    $10off DISCOUNT: Sign up for all 3 in-person races and you'll receive $10off at checkout PLUS you'll receive a series t-shirt!

    REFERRAL DISCOUNT: Refer 3 friends to join in with you and receive $15 refund on your race entry!

    1. Sign up.

    2. After your registration is complete, you will receive a unique referral link to share with your friends, family or post on social media.

    3. Get 3 friends to sign up using your unique referral link and you will automatically receive up to a refund of $15.00, reimbursed to the card you used for the race.

    4. Get 6 friends to sign up & you'll get an additional $15!

    5. Get 9 friends to sign up & you'll get $15 more! There is a cap refund of $45.

    AWARDS: Top 3 Kids in each Age Group (see age groups below) will receive plush teddy bears wearing our custom “Spring Duathlon Series” t-shirts. Top 3 Adults will also receive awards, TBD!

    Tie breakers will be determined by the athlete with the fastest overall time of the 3 races.

    5:00 PM

    4-12 years old, Non-Timed Wave

    Run 1 loop (.35miles)

    Bike 3 laps (1.5miles)

    Run 1 loop (.35miles)

    5:30 PM

    4-8 years old, Timed Wave

    Run 1 loop (.35miles)

    Bike 3 laps (1.5miles)

    Run 1 loop (.35miles)

    6:00 PM

    9-12 years old, Timed Wave

    Run 2 loops (.7miles)

    Bike 6 laps (2.6miles)

    Run 2 loops (.7miles)

    7:15 PM

    Adult+ 13-19yr olds (Middle/High School Wave), Timed Wave

    RUN approx 1.5-2miles on a race-day announced route

    BIKE

    • 13-19yrs old bike 2 laps Adult Bike Course (6.6miles)

    • Adults bike 3 laps Adult Bike Course (10miles)

    RUN approx 1.5-2miles on a race-day announced route

    AGE GROUPS:

    Age Groups (USAT rules apply, age is determined by age as of 12/31/24, not race day age):

    Girls Ages 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, etc.

    Boys Ages 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16-17, 18-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, etc.

    Learn more about the race at https://turnagaintraining.com/races/duseries/

    44.3 km
    9401 Raspberry Rd, Anchorage, Alaska, 99502, United States
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    4 Miles 7 Miles 10 Miles Duathlon Run Trail

  • 35th Annual Anchorage Salmon Run - May 2, 2026 [anchoragesalmonrun.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    Join us for a family fun run from Inlet View Elementary out along the Coastal Trail. This race has one downhill at the beginning along N Street and is flat after that! Set an early season PR or trot...

    Join us for a family fun run from Inlet View Elementary out along the Coastal Trail. This race has one downhill at the beginning along N Street and is flat after that! Set an early season PR or trot with along with the whole family. The Salmon Run is a great spring race to kick off your running season.

    Inlet View Elementary is located in downtown Anchorage, and is one of the oldest, traditional neighborhood elementary schools in our town. Today, with money raised through events like the Salmon Run, we are able to provide reading tutoring, supplemental math programs, after-school Spanish classes, writing workshops, art, music and physical education assemblies as well as busses for field trips, scholarships, financial assistance for meals, and classroom support.

    DAY OF BIB PICK-UP 8:30- 9:30am in the school gymnasium.

    PARKING: The Anchorage Lutheran Church has generously opened their parking lot to us. The easiest way to access this lot is to take West 15th Avenue to O street and drive through the back alley (N. street will be closed for the race) From the church parking lot you can walk to the school less than a block away. Thanks to the Anchorage Lutheran Church for supporting our school and this community wide event.

    See you Saturday, May 2nd at 10am!

    37.2 km
    Anchorage, Alaska, 99501, United States
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    2k 5k 10k Fun Run Run Trail Walk

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