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Running Races in Washington

Every upcoming running race in Washington, all 314 of them. 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and marathons with dates, pricing, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

314 upcoming races · 124 with finish-time stats

5K 25910K 150Half Marathon 125Marathon 17Ultra 5
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Washington races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field2,945 finishersHolmes Chiropractic Care Gig Harbor Turkey Trot!in the 5KLongest-running49th yearMedical Lake Lions Club 49th Annual Only Fools Run at Midnightannual tradition

Races by City in Washington

Auburn 6Bellevue 3Black Diamond 3Burlington 3Camas 11Everett 18Gig Harbor 3Kennewick 3Maple Valley 3Mukilteo 3Olympia 12Pasco 7Port Angeles 6Puyallup 13Redmond 6Richland 13Seattle 66Snohomish 3Spokane 23Tacoma 12Vancouver 11Washougal 4Woodinville 8Yakima 4

Soonest Races in Washington

314 total
Wed, Jul 29, 2026Briotix Annual 5k - COMMUNITY TRANSIT EMPLOYEES ONLY! Everett, WA5KFreeDetails Sat, Aug 1, 2026Run Like a Viking Virtual Challenge 5K/10K/Half Marathon Seattle, WA5 Miles10 MilesHalf MarathonFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Everett, WA (31) Everett, WA5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Galloping Gertie Gig Harbor, WAFrom $59Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Family Promise of Spokane Fun Run Spokane, WA5KFreeDetails Sat, Aug 1, 2026The Wacky Dash 5K Maple Valley, WA5KFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 2, 2026Craft Classic Seattle Redmond, WAHalf Marathon5KFrom $58Details Sun, Aug 2, 2026Unleashed at Stadium Bowl Tacoma, WA1200m1.5 MilesFrom $50Details Sun, Aug 2, 2026Give Club Run Club Olympia, WA5KFreeRegister Sat, Aug 8, 2026Cougar Mountain Trail Run Series (August) Bellevue, WA14.5 MilesMarathon5KFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Race the Reserve Whidbey Island Coupeville, WA5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026SUMMER SPLASH 5K Richland, WA5K0.5 MilesFrom $15Details

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 Washington

Which Washington cities have the most races?

Seattle (66), Spokane (23), Everett (18), Richland (13) have the most upcoming races in Washington. If you are willing to travel an hour or two, those give you the widest choice of dates and distances.

What race distances can I run in Washington?

Washington has 5K (259), 10K (150), Half Marathon (125), Marathon (17), Ultra (5). Pick a distance to narrow the list to races you would actually enter.

When is race season in Washington?

October is the busiest month for races in Washington, with 68 of the 314, followed by September with 65. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Are Washington races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 124 races in Washington with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:14, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Are there trail races in Washington?

Yes, 28 races around Washington get you off the pavement: 16 are trail races, and 12 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.