What race distances can I run in Portland?
Portland has 5K (8), 10K (3), Half Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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2026-2027 Running Races in Portland, Oregon
Upcoming running races in and near Portland, Oregon - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
9 upcoming races · 1 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Portland races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 26, 202617th Annual Stumptown XC Series Portland, ORFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 18, 20262026 Run for Health Justice Portland, ORFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026The Great Pumpkin Run Portland, ORFrom $55Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026ORRC Turkey Trot at The Zoo Portland, ORFrom $20Details Fri, Nov 27, 2026Portland Donut Run Portland, ORFreeDetails Fri, Dec 4, 20262026 Sanctioned 3Km Run & Race Walk, Power Walk or Stroll Portland, ORFreeDetails Sun, Dec 6, 2026Ho Ho 5k Portland, ORFrom $40Details Sun, May 2, 2027Cinco de Mayo Portland, ORFrom $40Details Sat, Jun 19, 2027Grateful Dad Portland, ORFrom $35Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Portland. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
Train for it
Run Clubs in Portland
The easiest way to a start line is a standing group run. These Portland clubs welcome runners of all paces.
Browse all Portland run clubs →How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 15, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Portland
When is race season in Portland?
October is the busiest month for races in Portland, with 2 of the 9, followed by November with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Where can I train for a race in Portland?
Join a local run club. FoPo Run Club, Portland Running Club, Deadstock Run Club and others in Portland welcome runners of all paces, and a weekly group run is the most reliable way to hold a training block together.
Are there trail races near Portland?
Yes, one race around Portland gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race.