Federal Way, Washington · Saturday, March 21, 2026
The Dash Point is a 10k, half marathon, kids, and running event held on Saturday, March 21, 2026. It is located at 5700 SW Dash Point Rd in Federal Way, Washington.
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For all the Coffee Lovers, this run is for you! You’ll love the shirt we send you. Set a goal, bring a friend, and join this super fun 5K/10K/13.1 Half-Marathon! The first 5 runners, we'll send you some coffee. 😊
Overview:
Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!
When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.
Timing:
Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!
What You Get (Swag Bag):
Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)
Finisher's Towel or Giveaway
Finisher's Medal!
Digital Training Pack
Online Results & Certificate of Completion
Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs
We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.
Packet Pickup:
No hassle of picking up packets required!
-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)
When will I get my Swag?
You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.
Race Updates:
We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)
Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!
Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])
(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)
Wave A: 7:30AM
Wave B: 8:00AM
Wave C: 8:30AM
Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)
Are there any other Questions we missed?
https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/
Virtual Run Option:
Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!
Race Bundle:
Sign-up for more races and get a discount!
Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:
If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!
https://www.thebestraces.com/events
Team Glo Volunteers:
If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/
Be part of the Journey!
Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com
Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)
🍩 Join the Donut Run! 🏃♂️
Get ready for a sweet race! Gather your friends and lace up for our Donut Run, where you’ll run a beautiful course and be greeted at the Finish Line with... donuts🍩! Enjoy a fun-filled day of running, laughter, and Community.
Don’t miss out on the chance to indulge in your favorite donuts while making unforgettable memories.
Overview:
Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!
When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.
Timing:
Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!
What You Get (Swag Bag):
Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)
Finisher's Towel or Giveaway
Finisher's Medal!
Digital Training Pack
Online Results & Certificate of Completion
Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs
We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.
Packet Pickup:
No hassle of picking up packets required!
-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)
When will I get my Swag?
You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.
Race Updates:
We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)
Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!
Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])
(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)
Wave A: 7:30AM
Wave B: 8:00AM
Wave C: 8:30AM
Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)
Are there any other Questions we missed?
https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/
Virtual Run Option:
Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!
Race Bundle:
Sign-up for more races and get a discount!
Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:
If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!
https://www.thebestraces.com/events
Team Glo Volunteers:
If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/
Be part of the Journey!
Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com
Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)
The annual Twisted Cider 5K & 12k run and walk is coming to the City of University Place! How ‘bout them apples!
We hope you’ll join us for the Twisted Cider 5K & 12K event! Runners and walkers will start and finish from the Curran Apple Orchard Park meandering around the quiet neighborhoods of University Place with glimpses of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and the Puget Sound. With gentle rolling hills along with flat and fast sections, you’re going to enjoy these courses.
Bring the whole family! The Kids 1K is a fun way to get the kids (12 and under) to participate! Parents can run with their kids and do not have to register for this distance. The course will be an out-and-back along Sound View Drive.
After the race, enjoy some snacks and wander the beautiful grounds of the park. (But please do not pick the apples. We need to save these juicy treats for the Annual Cider Squeeze!)
Foam Glow 5K™ is a fun filled experience exposing runners to Glowing Foam and a ton of Blacklight’s all over the course. Glowing runners come from all different ages, shapes, sizes, and speeds. Whether you are a long term runner or a walk around the park stroller, the 3 miles of the Foam Glow 5K™ course will have you shining bright and waiting for the next run.
The Foam Glow 5K™ has been setup with very simple rules:
Runner/walkers begin the 5k at the start line like a brand new canvas. By the end, they look like they fell into a tye-dye machine and are covered with different colored foam that glows under black lights.
WHAT IS THE FOAM GLOW™?
Along the running path you will find Foam Glow™ Zone’s, which are associated with a designated color: orange, pink, or blue. As the runners/walkers reach the Foam Glow™ Zones, They they will run through different color foam that Glows in the Dark under our high intensity black lights. All products are 100% natural and non-toxic. At the end of the race there will be a Foam Glow 5K™ after party filled with Music pumping from the stage, Foam Glow™ and tons of black lights!
EVERY REGISTERED RUNNER GETS:
– Foam Glow 5K™ Event T-Shirt
– Get blasted by foam at our Glow Zones
– The best night of their life
WHAT ABOUT THE FINISH LINE?
Are you ready for the best After Race party in the world? After the finish, participants are encouraged to stick around, celebrate, and see exactly how much fun one person can handle. In most locations we will have food, Foam Glow 5K™, and festivities that will make your Foam Glowed head spin.
Don’t forget to get the latest updates on our Facebook page!
Event details and schedule
PACKET PICK-UP DATE AND TIME WILL BE EMAILED BEFORE THE EVENT.
*Please bring a photo ID to pick up your race packet. There is a $5.00 fee to pick up your packet on race day. This fee was instituted to encourage people to attend pre-packet pickup so we can minimize lines and wait times on race day. Yes, we do allow people to pick up packets for other people (team member, family, friends). As long as their waiver has been signed online (generally done during registration) you will just need to present their confirmation email. That way, we know you have permission to get your friends’ stuff!
PRE-ORDER MERCHANDISE
All items that have been pre-ordered MUST be picked up by start time on race day or at packet pickup. Unfortunately, we do not have the ability to mail items to you after race day any items that have not been claimed will be forfeited and donated. Please make time to go pick up you pre-ordered GLOW Gear. Pick up your pre-ordered GLOW Gear at the packet pickup location or the event.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP
If you are unable to pick up your race packet and/or register on either of the packet pickup dates, you will be able to do so on race day. However there is a same day race check in fee of $5 (Cash Only) per registration.
Please arrive early to have ample time to park and line up at the start line. Don’t stress out if you are stuck in traffic. We will leave the start line open for everyone to be able to run the race.
PARKING
There is a up to $20 fee (cash only) for parking. Please arrive early to avoid traffic.
NO BAG CHECK
(no lockers, etc.)
Please note that there is NO bag check. So leave your valuables in the car or take what you want with you!
STARTING LINE
We will be releasing waves of runners every 2-5 minutes at the starting line.
RACE BIB
Be sure to attach your race bib to the front of your shirt with the safety pins provided. You will NOT be allowed on the course without a race bib.
PRE-RACE PARTY
Starts 45 minutes before the race. This is the best pre-party in the country. Music to blow you away and a chance to get a ton of free glow gear given away at the stage!
Get ready for an evening of fun, UV foam and memories. DJs to be announced soon!
SPECTATORS
There will be no charge for spectators. An open area for spectator viewing will be available on both sides of the start/finish line. Be sure to carpool!
WATER STATIONS
There will be a water station on the course and at the finish line.
AFTER RACE PARTY
Please stay after the race for an amazing Foam Glow After Party. The most amazing Foam Glow’s (foam cannon’s around stage shooting glowing foam out into the crowd) will happen every five to ten minutes at the stage area.
REFUNDS
Please note we do not offer refunds, if you are unable to join us, please transfer your ticket to another athlete or contact [email protected] for more information.
If you have any further questions, please be sure to check out our FAQ’s HERE
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GALLOPING GERTIE!
Join us for a half marathon, 10K and 5K that shows off Tacoma’s and Gig Harbor’s finest views. Each race will run on the iconic Tacoma Narrows Bridge (Galloping Gertie), which features stunning views of the Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, the Olympic Mountains, and the surrounding cities of Tacoma and Gig Harbor. This is one of the few races that traverse the bridge span to span. All participants in the race will receive a custom finisher medal, free downloadable race photos and a cool tech tee! The best part? It all supports great local charities!
WHAT IS GALLOPING GERTIE?
Galloping Gertie is the nickname of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, a local icon that spans the Puget Sound between Tacoma and Gig Harbor, Washington. Crossing it provides breathtaking views of the Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, and the Olympic Mountains.
The original Tacoma Narrows Bridge suffered a catastrophic collapse in November 1940, just four months after it opened. It earned its nickname while it was under construction, when workers observed the bridge deck jump during periods of high wind. A fatal error in the engineering of the bridge resulted in its collapse when the winds caused something called aeroelastic flutter. At the time, Gertie was the third longest suspension bridge in the world.
The replacement bridge opened in 1950 (this is the existing westbound bridge) and the newer eastbound bridge (the one you will run across) opened in 2007. The engineering disaster that resulted in the collapse of the bridge makes the Tacoma Narrows Bridge one of the more famous in the world.
Visit the official race website for full race details, course maps, and race weekend information: Galloping Gertie Half Marathon
Founded in 2018 by Ejay and Jared, Tacoma Run Club grew from a shared desire to overcome personal challenges through running, evolving into a welcoming community anchored at Anthem Coffee & Tea in Point Ruston. The club embraces runners of all levels and paces, offering groups from easy jogs to fast intervals along scenic waterfront trails and city streets that highlight Tacoma’s natural beauty and vibrant neighborhoods. With a focus on mutual encouragement over competition, the crew fosters genuine connections and steady growth, making running a social as well as physical experience. Tacoma’s blend of urban energy and outdoor spaces provides an inspiring backdrop, while local races like the Tacoma City Marathon create opportunities for members to engage with the broader running scene. Rooted in inclusivity and shared effort, Tacoma Run Club continues to invite newcomers to explore the city’s trails and build community one step at a time.