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33 running events in Anchorage, Alaska

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Girdwood Trail Marathon [alaskamountainrunners.org]

    Sat, Oct 04, 2025

    5k Half Marathon Marathon Run

    1117 Alyeska Highway, Anchorage, Alaska, 99587, United States
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  • Frostbite Footrace [furrondy.net] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 28, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    Description

    The Frostbite Footrace offers three opportunities to have fun: The Frostbite Footrace 5K and the 2.5K Fun Run and 2.5K Dog Jog! Open to all ages and athletic abilities, races begin at 9:30 a.m. the first Saturday of Rondy. Finish line timing, results and registration supported by Skinny Raven Sports.

    Click here for the Frostbite Footrace website and all up-to-date information.

    2.5k 2.5 Miles 5k Fun Run Run

    737 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, Alaska, 99501, United States
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  • Shamrock Shuffle [skinnyraven.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 12:01 AM

    Description

    Grab your green and gold and RUN your Shamrocks off!

    It's time to click those heels and chase the gold at the end of the rainbow. You even get to press your luck and see if you can’t beat our...

    Grab your green and gold and RUN your Shamrocks off!

    It's time to click those heels and chase the gold at the end of the rainbow. You even get to press your luck and see if you can’t beat our Leprechaun to the finish!

    Run the, now iconic, Shamrock Course and celebrate St. Paddy's Day with your friends as we continue to support Running Free Alaska!

    Warm up pre-race in the Bear Tooth! They will be serving Grab-N-Go breakfast burritos starting at 8:30 a.m. and their full menu starting at 10:00 a.m. Once you get done with the run, you can cool down with your favorite Broken Tooth Beverage, so make sure to bring your ID.

    Each participant gets a fresh beanie, a killer pint glass, a coupon for one Broken Tooth beverage anytime on race day, and an option to purchase a hip shirt. One lucky participant will even get to find out how much they weigh in Bear Tooth beverage. A moment, no one wants to miss!

    Going virtual, it's still your lucky day! You’ll get your beanie, pint glass, a gift card to Bear Tooth to indulge later, and an option to purchase that hip shirt.

    We are excited to cover the streets in green and gold to help raise money for Running Free Alaska. Come join us as we kick off the 2026 race season. We’ve got lots more details to come, so stay tuned to updates!

    5k Run Virtual

    Anchorage, Alaska, 99503, United States
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  • Lorena Test Shamrock [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    5k Run Virtual

    123 Main St, Anchorage, Alaska, 99516, United States
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  • Eklutna IceBreaker [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Shake off winter and charge into spring at the Eklutna Lake IceBreaker Run, a lakeside trail race that delivers all the beauty, and all the chaos, of Alaska in March. Set along the frozen shoreline...

    Shake off winter and charge into spring at the Eklutna Lake IceBreaker Run, a lakeside trail race that delivers all the beauty, and all the chaos, of Alaska in March. Set along the frozen shoreline of Eklutna Lake, this out-and-back adventure offers 10-mile and 20-mile courses on one of Chugach State Park’s most scenic corridors.

    Runners will stride (or crunch, or slide) across the lakeside trail as it winds alongside the frozen water of Eklutna Lake. And since we all know March in Alaska refuses to pick a season, you can expect a full sampler of winter conditions: packed snow, punchy snow, ice sheets, mashed-potato mush, muddy patches, unexpected sunshine, maybe even that perfect “winter glow” light that makes you forget your toes are cold for exactly half a second. Whatever the weather, this race is sure to breathe some life back into you after another long Alaska winter.

    Race Day Info

    Bib Pick Up:

    Race day only at start tent

    20 Mile - 8:15 am

    10 Mile - 9:15 am

    Start Time:

    20 Mile - 9:00 am

    10 Mile - 10:00 am

    Aid Stations:

    Limited aid will be available at each of the turnaround points - Mile 5, Mile 10, (Mile 15 for 20 Mile runners.) Aid will include water, grab n go snacks, and basic medical.

    Safety Precautions:

    There is NO cell reception at Eklutna Lake. If you have an InReach device please bring one, we are also working on having Spot trackers available. Most cell phones now have a satellite option on messages for emergencies. Race staff will have a Starlink onsite at the start/finish. In case of emergency, RD phone numbers will be provided prior to the race to message if an emergency occurs. Medical staff will also be on site at the turnaround points.

    Course Variations:

    It is our plan to have the majority of the course on the actual lakeside trail. However, should icy or unsafe trail conditions occur we may divert the course to the upper road/trail in those sections. Course maps and Strava/GPX links below.

    Parking:

    A 2026 Alaska State Parks parking pass is required for parking at Eklutna Lake. https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/passes/

    Swag/Awards:

    • Long sleeve Race T-shirt (Register by Feb 21, 2026 for guaranteed size)

    • Finisher Medal (for all runners completing the race in person on March 21, 2026)

    • Podium Awards (Top 3 M/F finishers of each distance)

    10 Miles 20 Miles Run Trail

    26.5 Glenn Highway, Anchorage, Alaska, 99567, United States
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