Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Celebrating 54 years of friendly competition in the South Sound. Whether it's our signature 12k route with challenging hills, spectacular water views, the occasional forest critter and trees that
touch the sky - or our fast 5k route, be assured that you are a part of something bigger than yourself. YOU are the fabric of Tacoma and the South Sound. YOU are our community. YOU are carriers of tradition.
And for our younger athletes, we happily offer the Sound to Narrows 2k race or the ever-competitive 20-yard Diaper Dash for the wee ones.
2k 5k 12k Run
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 8:35 AM
Mostly flat 5K Trail run/walk held at South Kitsap Regional Park.
The 24th running of the HotFoot 5K will be on Saturday June 20th, 2026.
Separate running of the 1 mile start is earlier at 0835. 5K
start time is 0900. Awards are presented approximately 1010.
Registrations: Preregistration $25 for the 5K, $15 for the 1 mile, $35 Day of Race (DoR) Cash or Check Only
T-shirts available (separate cost) while supplies last; $25 pre, $30 DoR
Presented by South Kitsap Fire Rescue Volunteer Association
Proceeds benefit Community Scholarship and public 4th of July fireworks show.
COVID-19 requirements may apply: https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/COVID19%20Racing%20Guidance.pdf
Be prepared for COVID-9 updates
For more information, visit
Hotfoot 5K Website
1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Join us for the Annual Independence Day 5K on July 4th for a fun and FAST 5K! This event features a fast point-to-point course that takes runners and walkers from the top of Tacoma and finishes at
beautiful Point Ruston.
The 5K is a chip timed race on a fast, flat and downhill course starting at N 37th St & N Vassault St in Tacoma, close to Vassault Park, and finishing at the newly renovated Owen Beach at Pt. Defiance Park. While this is a speedy course for fast runners, it also is a fun course for a power walk before your Independence Day barbecue! Everybody is welcome to participate!
The Owen Beach finish line is also where the Kids 1K will start at 9:15 am. The kid’s run is an out-and-back, so the runners can cross the official finish line as well!
5k Run Walk
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Course map, results, and photos can be found at https://fouronthefourth.org
Registrations are also accepted on the day of the event for an additional charge of $5
7:30 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up
Opens
8:45 AM – Registration + Bib Pick Up Closes
9:00 AM – Start of 4 Mile
9:10 AM – Start of 1 Mile Kids
Street fair, parade, and fireworks will follow
Electronic Chip Timing
USATF Certified Course and Sanctioned Event
Scenic, mostly flat, road course travels out-and-back along the waterfront
Event shirts available for purchase during online registration until June 30th at 11:59 PM
For everyone's safety, pets are not allowed on the course
Gift cards are given to the most patriotic dressed
Awards are available immediately after finishing
4 Mile Awards:
Medals are given to 1st place overall male and female
Ribbons are given to top 3 in each gender and age group
Age Groups:
0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-99, 100+
1 Mile Kids Awards:
Every kid receives a finisher ribbon and a small USA flag
For More Information:
Allen Culp
253-219-5252
This event provides funds to purchase shoes and uniforms for local youth runners, as well as provides a college scholarship for a graduating senior
1 Miles 4 Miles Run
Every Saturday at 9:00 AM
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
5k parkrun Run Walk
Every Saturday at 9:00 AM
parkrun is such a simple concept: turn up every Saturday and volunteer, walk, jog or run 5k.
5k parkrun Run Walk