What race distances can I run in Portland?
Portland has 5K (13), 10K (5), Half Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Oregon · Race calendar
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.
15 upcoming races · 2 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, Aug 1, 2026Rose City Relays Portland, ORFrom $5Details Thu, Aug 6, 2026OnlyBulls Grand Prix of Portland Fun Run Portland, ORFrom $40Register Thu, Sep 3, 2026This is our Trailhead - Fleet Feet Block Party Portland, ORFreeRegister Sat, Sep 5, 202609/05/26: Lakad for Rights Portland, ORFrom $40Details Sun, Sep 13, 2026GTD - Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash Portland, ORFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 19, 20262026 MLK Dream Run Portland, ORFrom $40Details Sun, Sep 20, 2026Strut Your Kidney - a dash for NW Kidney Kids Portland, ORFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 26, 202617th Annual Stumptown XC Series Portland, ORFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 3, 20261st Annual Ostomy 5k, Portland OR Portland, ORFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 18, 20262026 Run for Health Justice Portland, ORFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026The Great Pumpkin Run Portland, ORFrom $45Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026ORRC Turkey Trot at The Zoo Portland, ORFrom $20Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Ho Ho 5k Portland, ORFrom $40Details Sun, May 2, 2027Cinco de Mayo Portland, ORFrom $35Details Sat, Jun 19, 2027Grateful Dad Portland, ORFrom $35Details
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 Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Portland
When is race season in Portland?
September is the busiest month for races in Portland, with 6 of the 15, followed by October with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Portland?
9 of the 15 races in Portland already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
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. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.