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24 running events in Portland, Oregon

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

  • 12003 NE Shaver St, Portland, Oregon, 97220, United States
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    Sat, Oct 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM

    Location: Parkrose High School, 12003 NE Shaver St, Portland, OR 97220

    NEW for 2025-2026 we will be dividing the swim series up into two distinct sessions each Saturday in order to offer more space and better control overcrowding of lanes.

    Session 1: 9:00-10:20 am

    Session 2: 10:30-11:30 am

    Session 1 will run from 9:00-10:20am, and session 2 will run from 10:30-11:30am. Both sessions are the same in terms of skill level (all levels are coached in each session), and the only difference between the sessions is that session 1 is 80 minutes long versus session 2 which is 60 minutes long. When you register for a session, whether the full season or drop-in, you are committing to attending that session.

    Each session is capped at 48 people.

    This swim series is available for PTC members only. Make sure your membership is current, and you've "claimed" your membership on the RunSignUp.com platform. Email Joel Gaff at [email protected] with any questions or for assistance.

    Drop-In: Drop in registrations will be offered starting in November. Just like the full season registration, drop-in registrants will sign up for one of the two sessions.

    Drop-ins are available on a first come, first served basis for $10/session online (see "Drop-In Registration" link above).

    This is a great opportunity for people to keep up the swim fitness over the winter with a fun group of people. There will be the infamous 126 50's that we'll be swimming in January. There may be opportunities for a swim meet.

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  • Fri, Apr 03, 2026

    Ready to embark on an unforgettable running adventure 🌲? Discover the Portland Trail Series Summer, a 4-7 mile (6 to 11 km) course that will immerse you in the lush green nature of Portland. Picture yourself running through winding trails, surrounded by majestic forests and the fresh air of Forest Park. It's the perfect setting to challenge yourself while reconnecting with nature 🌳!

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  • Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM

    We are back again at OES in SW Portland, starting at 9:45 with kids and the 5k to follow at 10:15!

    Every spring, multiple Southwest Portland Faith Organizations and Community Partners join hands to meet the need of hunger specifically, by working to supply Neighborhood House’s (https://nhpdx.org/) Free Food Market, the largest west of the Willamette. This joint effort is known as the Southwest Hope Campaign. Since 2016, Missio Church has organized the SW Hope 5k as a culmination of the greater campaign.

    What can $1 buy me at a grocery store? One, maybe two, canned goods at the most. For $1, Neighborhood House can buy 4 pounds of food directly from Oregon Food Bank. We quickly realized we could turn a simple canned food drive into a huge tool to empower Neighborhood House and reach hundreds more hungry neighbors.

    This is where you come in. We invite you to run with us in our annual SW Hope 5K because each $1 we raise together far outweighs it’s worth in canned goods individually. If we run together, our neighbors here in SW Portland won’t have to experience the insecurity of not knowing where their next meal is coming from.

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  • 1221 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, Oregon, 97202, United States
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    Sun, May 03, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Experience the fiesta, where the miles are lively, the vibes are caliente, and every finisher celebrates with a sizzling quesadilla at the finish line!

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  • Runwithpaula Events, Inc. · 5540 SE Sandy Blvd, Portland, Oregon, 97213, United States
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    Sat, May 30, 2026 at 10:30 AM

    Welcome to the Rose Festival Street Mile!

    The Rose Festival Street Mile & Family Fun Run, produced in partnership with Runwithpaula Events, is a brand-new addition to the Rose Festival lineup, designed to bring energy and activity to the parade route ahead of the Fred Meyer Junior Parade. The morning will begin with a Family Fun Run, welcoming runners of all ages and abilities to take part in a fun, inclusive experience along the parade route (12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult). Following the community run, elite and competitive runners will race in timed heats, turning the street mile into a fast-paced showcase of athleticism set against the backdrop of one of Portland’s most iconic Rose Festival events. Together, the Rose Festival Street Mile and Fred Meyer Junior Parade create a dynamic celebration of youth, movement, and community spirit.

    Event details and schedule

    Starting Line: Crosswalk NE Sandy Blvd and the Portland Fire & Rescue Station #28, 5540 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland

    Finish Line: NE 40th (In front of McDonalds)

    (Heat 1) 10:30am: Family Fun Mile - All abilities

    (Heat 2) 10:50am: Competitive Mile Sub 10:00

    (Heat 3) 11:00: Elite Women Sub 6:00

    (Heat 4) 11:15am: Elite Men Sub 5:00

    *Packet pick up at Portland Running Company NW Location, Friday, May 29, 10-6pm or at the starting line beginning at 8:30am.

    Roads will be closed in the area with limited on-street parking, please consider using TriMet to the Hollywood Transit Center.

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  • Viral Run · 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, Oregon, 97217, United States
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    Sat, May 30, 2026 at 1:00 AM

    If you’ve done a traditional 5K, you know they can be a bit lackluster. But the BUBBLE RUN™ is like running through Willy Wonkas’ factory. Clad in white t-shirts, adults, kids and strollers run, walk, dance and play across up to 3 miles of absolute fun! Waves start every 3-5 minutes. Participants will run through the Foam Bogs where there is enough colored foam to cover you from head to toe!

    Bubble-teers will also be there to help make sure you get your share of the frothy goodness. Each one of the Foam Bogs is represented by different colored foam. So what if you should accidentally “taste the whimsey?” They don’t taste as great as they are fun, but not to worry. The foam is 100% safe.

    Event details and schedule

    Please plan on arriving 30-45 minutes prior to your wave start to give yourself plenty of time to park, get your Bubble RUN™ swag, check in if needed, and to get situated.

    Please be prompt for your Heat.

    Once your heat has started, (the heat is the time you registered for) small waves will be released every 60-90 seconds. Your physical start time is based on a first come-first serve basis, so naturally you will start earlier if you enter the start chute earlier. The last wave within your heat will go out 30 minutes after your scheduled heat (i.e., if your registered heat is for 8AM, the last wave in your heat will leave at 8:30AM).

    Bring some extra cash for parking and SWAG!

    After you park, bring some extra cash! You'll want to check out our super sweet Bubble RUN store for t-shirts, tutus, and more!

    There may be a parking charge of up to $20 for the event that is handled by the venue. With THOUSANDS of smiles present on race day, please have exact change and please don't cut your time too short before the race starts. Cram as many bubblers (legally) into your car to save some cash money money!

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  • Runwithpaula Events, Inc. · SW Naito Parkway & SW Salmon St, Portland, Oregon, 97204, United States
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    Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 5:30 PM

    Are you ready to be part of Portland's biggest blast of fun? Dive into the thrill of the Starlight Run, where you'll sprint through 3 exhilarating miles on the same route as the iconic CareOregon Grand Floral and Starlight Parades! The Starlight Run, is the wacky warm-up act, and is starting and finishing on Naito Parkway at Portland Rose Festival CityFair. Bring the entire family!

    Event details and schedule

    DATE: Saturday, June 6, 2026

    TIME: 4:00pm Packet Pick Up, 5:30pm Race Start

    LOCATION: Tom McCall Waterfront Park,

    1000 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204

    RACE DAY:

    4:00pm-5:30pm: Packet Pick Up

    5:00pm: Costume Contest

    5:30pm: Race Start

    6:30pm: CareOregon Grand Floral and Starlight Parade Begins

    *Free entry to Rose Festival CityFair with entry!!

    Packet Pick Up Options:

    • Friday, June 5, 2026, Portland Running Company, 2258 NW Raleigh Street, Portland, 10-6pm

    • Saturday, June 6, 2026, Portland Running Company, 2258 NW Raleigh Street, Portland, 10-2pm

    • AT THE RACE: Saturday, June 6, 2026, Starlight Run, 1000 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204, 4pm-5:30pm

    *Entry Includes Free Entry into Rose Festival CityFair

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  • 5405 SE Woodward St, Portland, Oregon, 97206, United States
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    Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 9:50 AM

    Rose City Track club, spelled in a circle wrapped around a Rose Rose City Track Club is proud to present the 9th annual Rose City Mile! Our mission is to provide a fun and accessible opportunity for runners of all ages and abilities to test their fitness. Join us on Saturday, June 13 at Franklin High School in southeast Portland for a track meet like no other.

    We believe that everyone has a place in the running community that is respectful, safe, and inclusive. On race day we present awards in men's, women's, and non-binary categories. Participants who select either "Non-Binary" or "Prefer Not to Say" during sign up will be eligible for the non-binary awards category.

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    Online registration closes at midnight on Thursday, June 11.

    Runners will have the option of registering for the Rose City Mile the day of the race for $38.50 (inc. $3.50 fee). Same day registration closes 50 minutes before the first heat in each section.

    Sponsorship

    Rose City Mile would not happen without the generous support of our sponsors. Our event features 300 competitors of all ages, as well as many spectators cheering them on. We have four tiers of sponsorship available. To learn more, please check out our 2025 sponsor packet or email [email protected].

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