Beaverton Rotary Sun Run

The 3rd annual Sun Run will be returning to Beaverton. This family-friendly event is hosted by the Beaverton Rotary Club and includes the option of participating in a 5K or 10K. There will also be a kid’s dash for children 10 years old and younger. The money raised from this event will go towards Rotary projects that benefit children and families in the Beaverton area as well as around the world. "One of our focuses is on youth education," said Jim Rauh, the President of Beaverton Rotary. "We just want to give kids a running start."

Griffith Park, 4915 SW Griffith Dr, Beaverton, OR., 7am Sun. July 26th. Cost $30-$36. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via Beaverton Rotary Sun Run Facebook page (image cropped)

Lacamas Lake Race

The Lacamas Lake Race is one of the most scenic races that will be offered within the Portland area. This half marathon and 5K will take you around Lacamas Lake and will conclude in front of Liberty Theater. This is a moderately difficult course that is 70% trail and 30% limestone trail. The 12th annual Lacamas Lake Race won’t disappoint.

Downtown Camas, WA., Sun. July 26th. Cost $15-$90. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via Lacamas Facebook page (image cropped)

5K Run For The Animals

This 5K will be unlike any other race that you’ve participated in before. Racers will be dressed in their favorite animal-themed costumes as they sprint, jog or waddle through the course. Also, 10% of the total proceeds will be donated to the Oregon Humane Society.

Portland International Raceway, 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR, 7:30am Sat. Aug 1st. Cost $35. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via 5k Run For The Animals Facebook page (image cropped)

Crawfish Crawl

The Crawfish Crawl will offer participants the option of a 5K, 10K or half marathon. The 5K course will be relatively flat and fast, while the 10K and half marathon will provide more of a challenge. This will be in conjunction with Tualatin’s Crawfish Festival. "Proceeds from the Crawfish Crawl will be given to the Tualatin Chamber of Commerce who will then donate it to various organizations," said an event organizer. "We expect between 1,200 to 1,300 people to attend." 

Tualatin City Park, 8515 SW Tualatin Rd, Tualatin, OR., 7:45am Sat. Aug 1st. Cost $40-$65. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via Crawfish Festival Facebook page (image cropped)

One Small Step 5K

One Small Step’s 2nd annual 5K will be kicking off August 1st. The money that is raised from this race will go towards finding a cure for Prader-Willi Syndrome. The goal is to raise a total of $20,000. In order to help reach this goal there will also be a huge raffle that will include Blazer tickets, wine tastings and beach getaways.

Hillsboro High School, 3285 SE Rood Bridge Rd, Hillsboro, OR., 10am Sat. Aug 1st. Cost $40. For more information click HERE. 

Race For The Homeless

The 16th annual Race For The Homeless will once again help benefit Open House Ministries. The money that is raised from the 5K and 10K will help homeless families regain their independence. Last year $7,000 was raised, and the hope is that they can raise even more than that this year.

The O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson St, Vancouver, WA., 7am Sat. Aug 1st. Cost $15-$20. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via Race For The Homeless Facebook page (image cropped)

SHOC Walk And Run

On August 1st join around 700 fellow runners and walkers for the SHOC 5K/10K walk and run. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Gynecologic Research Lab at OHSU’s Knight Cancer Institute in Portland. Last year this race raised $50,000 and the goal this year is $65,000. "Over the 10 plus years that we've been doing this we've been able to donate over $750,000," said Ashley Hildreth, the executive director of SHOC. "We enjoy being able to help support such a positive cause."

Team Latus Motors Harley-Davidson, 870 East Berkeley, Gladstone, OR., 6:30am Sat. Aug 1st. Cost $10-$35. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via SHOC Walk And Run Facebook page (image cropped)

Wahine All Women's Triathlon and Duathlon

The 31st annual Mid-Summer Triathlon and Duathlon will provide participants with a Hawaiian-Style Experience. This multi-sport race will not only be ideal for experienced triathletes, but also ones who are just starting out. The race will start and finish at Blue Lake Park. Money that is raised will help support local high school sports and other non-profit organizations.

Blue Lake Park, 20500 NE Marine Dr, Fairview, OR., 6am Sun. Aug 2nd. Cost $60-$110. For more information click HERE. 

MLK Dream Run

Those who choose to participate in the Dream Run will have the option of choosing from a 5K, 10K or 15K. The money that is raised will help benefit youth development and empowerment by collaborating with programs that break the cycle of economic inequities and disparities in our communities. "This event is great because it not only raises money for a good cause, it also brings people together who come from different walks of like," said Keisha Harper, a coordintaor for the event. "It's always good to give back to the community."

4943 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR., 7am Sun. Aug 2nd. Cost $40-$65. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via MLK Dream Run Facebook page (image cropped)

Mountaindale Nude Trail Run Challenge

Mountain Dale Sun Resort will be hosting the 5th annual Bare Buns Run. This is the only clothing optional race in all of Oregon. This 5K will be held on the resort’s beautiful104-acre property. There will be awards, prizes and t-shirts for those who participate.

Mountaindale Sun Resort, 27100 NW Dairy Creek Rd North Plains, OR., 10am Sun. Aug 2nd. Cost $20-$25. For more information click HERE. 

Aurora Colony Days 5K

The Aurora Colony Days will be returning for the 3rd straight year. This event will include a 1K Kid Fun Run and a 5K run/walk. The best part is that this race will take place along the historic streets of Aurora. 

Old Aurora Colony Museum, 15018 2nd St, Aurora, OR., 7:30am Sat. Aug 8th. Cost $10-$20. For more information click HERE. 

Pac West Sprint

The Reebok Spartan Sprint, at first glance, may seem like an easy 3-5 mile race. But what will be difficult is that there are over 20 obstacles for participants to overcome. This will be unlike anything you’ve ever raced in before.

Washougal MX Park 40205 NE Borin Rd, Washougal, WA., 7:30am Sat. Aug 8th. Cost $90-$135. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via Pac West Springt Facebook page (image cropped)

Cosmo 7K All Ladies Run

Calling all ladies! This 21 and over event will not only feature a 7K run/walk, but also a happy hour event afterwards. Once the race concludes kick back and enjoy Three Olive Cosmo Vodkas with the girls. Proceeds from this event will go towards those who are affected by breast cancer.

Artillery Barracks, 600 East Hatheway Rd, Vancouver, WA., 3:30pm Sat. Aug 8th. Cost $30-$70. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via Cosmo 7K All Ladies Run Facebook page (image cropped)

Get Your Rear In Gear 5K

This 5K will help raise funds for colon cancer awareness efforts in the Portland Metro area. The event will include refreshments, t-shirts and marathon quality medals for age group winners. If you can’t join in on the race you will also have the option of donating to their cause online. Ideally, they’d like to raise around $20,000 this year.

Mt. Tabor Park, SE 60th Ave & Salmon St, Portland, OR, 7:30am Wed. Aug 5th. Cost $12-$40. For more information click HERE. 

Portland To Coast

Come out and join the largest walk relay in the world! This year’s PDX to Coast will include over 4,000 walkers and 3,600 volunteers. Participants will be part of teams that are competing to be the first ones to make it to Seaside. The proceeds from this event will go towards finishing cancer once and for all.

Eastbank Festival Plaza, 20 SE Madison St, Portland, OR., Fri-Sat. Aug 28th-29th. Cost for teams $1080. For more information click HERE. 

Photo via Portland To Coast Facebook page (image cropped)