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Date:
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
70 Bawden Street
Ketchikan, Alaska
99901
United States
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1 Miles 3.1 Miles Fun Run Run

Ketchikan Running Club's Annual Membership Drive race and fun run on Saturday, April 11, 2026 is a family-friendly event and a great way to kick off the running season as we remember Ken Teune, a coach, teacher, and member of the Ketchikan running community.

Another thank you to Ketchikan Fire Department for hosting the start and finish line! Join us for the 1 mile fun run and 5K beginning at the Ketchikan Fire Department, 70 Bawden Street, Ketchikan.

1 mile begins at 10:30 a.m.

5K begins at 11:00 a.m.

Don't forget - your race is FREE with a 2026 Ketchikan Running Club membership!

Become a KRC Member! click here: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/KetchikanRunningClub

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