Running Races in Alaska — 2026

There are 77 running races in Alaska in 2026 across 18 cities. The next upcoming race is the KRC Kids Half Marathon in Ketchikan on April 11. Popular distances include 5K races, trail runs, half marathons.

Ken Teune Memorial Stampede

Sat, Apr 11 · Ketchikan, AK Ketchikan

Road 1 Mile Fun Run5K

From $15 Open

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KRC Kids Half Marathon

Sat, Apr 11 · Ketchikan, AK Ketchikan

Road KRC Kids Half Marathon Final Mile

From $15 Open

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Corduroy Crush

Sun, Apr 12 · Girdwood, AK Girdwood

Youth Skier (12 and Under)Adult Skier (18+)Youth Skier (13-17)

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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Forget-Me-Not Spring Challenge

Wed, Apr 15 · ANYWHERE USA, AK ANYWHERE USA

Virtual 75mile Forget-Me-Not Spring Challenge150mile Forget-Me-Not Spring Challenge300mile Forget-Me-Not Spring Challenge +2

From $60 Open Closing Soon

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The Hourglass: Peninsula

Sat, Apr 18 · Soldotna, AK Soldotna

Road Kids CarryKids RuckHourglass Loaded Carry +5

From $29 Open Closing Soon

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32nd Beat Beethoven 5K

Sat, Apr 18 · Fairbanks, AK Fairbanks

Road 32nd Beat Beethoven 5K

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Community Fitness Challenge (Free Event)

Sat, Apr 18 · Palmer, AK Palmer

Open Closing Soon

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Superhero Showdown

Sat, Apr 18 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Virtual Virtual Little Hero 1.3KIn-Person Little Hero 1.3KIn-Person Superhero 5K +1

From $27 Open Closing Soon

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Valley Thaw Out Races

Sat, Apr 25 · Palmer, AK Palmer

Road 5K10KHalf Marathon +1

From $40 Open Closing Soon 50 spots left

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Totem to Totem Half Marathon

Sat, Apr 25 · Ketchikan, AK Ketchikan

Road Totem to Totem Half Marathon

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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Boondocks Breakaway 5K & 2.5K

Sat, Apr 25 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Road 2.5K5K Run

From $25 Open

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Kayhi Rotary Interact & Ketchikan Wellness Coalition - Splash of Color Fun Run/Walk

Sun, Apr 26 · Ketchikan, AK Ketchikan

Road Splash of Color Fun Run/Walk 1 Lap (18 & under)Splash of Color Fun Run/Walk 1 Lap (Adults 19+)Splash of Color Fun Run/Walk 1 Lap (Group of 4) ONLY ONE PARTICAPANT NEEDS TO REGISTER FOR THE GROUP OF FOUR

From $15 Open

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Bike For Women

Sun, Apr 26 · Chugiak, AK Chugiak

Virtual Virtual AdultYouth (under 18)Adult +1

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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Spring Duathlon Series

Tue, Apr 28 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Triathlon Spring Duathlon Series - NON-TIMED WAVE - Kids Ages 4-12 Race #3Spring Duathlon Series - Kids Ages 4-8 Race #3Spring Duathlon Series - NON-TIMED WAVE - Kids Ages 4-12 Race #1 +12

From $20 Open 50 spots left

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35th Annual Anchorage Salmon Run - May 2, 2026

Sat, May 2 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Road 2K Fun Run5K10K

From $30 Open

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Pink Cheeks Triathlon | 5K Run, 10K Bike, 600-Yard Swim

Sat, May 2 · Seward, AK Seward

Triathlon Youth Relay Division | Male, Female, CoedAdult All Relay Division | Male, Female, CoedPink Cheeks Triathlon | Soloist Division +1

From $75 Open

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Steps For Strong Minds 5K Run/Walk in Anchorage, AK

Sun, May 3 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Road 5K Run/Walk

From $20 Open

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May The Course Be With You 5K

Sun, May 3 · Fairbanks, AK Fairbanks

Road May The Course Be With You 5K

From $30 Open

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33rd Golden Heart Utilities Water Walk & Run 5K

Wed, May 6 · Fairbanks, AK Fairbanks

Road 33rd Golden Heart Utilities Water Walk & Run 5K

From $25 Open

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45th Chena River Run 5K - 2026

Sat, May 9 · Fairbanks, AK Fairbanks

Road 45th Chena River Run 5K - 2026

From $35 Open

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Love a Nurse Run 5K

Sat, May 9 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Virtual In-Person 5KVirtual 5K

From $42 Open

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Trailside Kids' Triathlon

Sat, May 9 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Triathlon Trailside Kids' TriathlonTriathlon T-shirt Order ONLY

From $20 Open

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Exit Glacier 5k/10k

Sat, May 16 · Seward, AK Seward

Road 5K Youth Race5K Race10K Youth Race +1

From $20 Open

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Gold Nugget Triathlon

Sun, May 17 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Virtual Gold Nugget TriathlonIn-Person Event WaitlistPre-Registration - In-Person Triathlon Only +1

From $0 Open

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Trent Waldron Half Marathon & 10K

Sat, May 23 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Virtual In-Person 10KVirtual 10KVirtual 1/2 Marathon +1

From $35 Open

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Twilight 12K

Fri, May 29 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Virtual Virtual Skinny Mini 6kIn-Person Skinny Mini 6kTwilight 12K Wheelchair +2

From $0 Open

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Run for the River

Sat, Jun 6 · Soldotna, AK Soldotna

Road 5kVirtual 5kVirtual 10k +1

From $30 Open

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Kids Running

Mon, Jun 8 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Road Abbott Loop Community Park (T/TH Evenings)Abbott Loop Community Park (T/TH Mornings)Loretta French Park (T/TH) +3

From $150 Open 50 spots left

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Alaska Men's Run

Sat, Jun 13 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Virtual Virtual 2 Mile WalkIn-Person 2 Mile WalkIn-Person 5 Mile +1

From $35 Open

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The Why Not Tri

Sat, Jun 13 · Palmer, AK Palmer

Virtual Kids RaceTeam Relay - 2 MemberVirtual Solo +2

From $40 Open

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34th Annual Mosquito Meander 5K Run and Walk

Sat, Jun 13 · Fairbanks, AK Fairbanks

Road 34th Annual Mosquito Meander 5K Run and Walk

From $35 Open

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Richardson Highway Races

Sat, Jun 13 · Valdez, AK Valdez

Road Richardson Highway 5KRichardson Highway 10KRichardson Highway 12.5K

From $25 Open

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Run For Impact

Sat, Jun 13 · Palmer, AK Palmer

Road 5K Run

From $40 Open

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2026 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon

Thu, Jun 18 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Road Solstice ClassicHalf MarathonMarathon Relay +1

From $39 Open

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44th Annual Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run-2026

Sat, Jun 20 · Fairbanks, AK Fairbanks

Road Midnight Sun Run 10K

From $35 Open

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Medvejie Solstice Run

Sat, Jun 20 · Sitka, AK Sitka

Virtual 5KVirtual 5K10K +3

From $30 Open

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Dayville Races

Sat, Jun 27 · Valdez, AK Valdez

Road 5K10K12K

From $25 Open

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The Hourglass: Valley

Sat, Jun 27 · Palmer, AK Palmer

Road Kids CarryKids RuckSummer HourGlass Loaded Carry (Open Heat) +9

From $29 Open

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Dale's Trail 40 Miler

Fri, Jul 3 · Wrangell, AK Wrangell

Open

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Alaska Kid's Splash n' Dash Race Series

Tue, Jul 7 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Triathlon Puffins Race #2 (Long Course)Puffins Race #3 (Long Course)Puffins Race #1 (Long Course) +9

From $20 Open 100 spots left

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Master's 10K & 5K

Wed, Jul 8 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Road 5K10K

From $25 Open

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25th Hammerman Triathlons & Duathlon

Sat, Jul 11 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Triathlon Hammerman Triathlon - SPRINT SOLOHammerman Duathlon - SPRINT SOLOHammerman Triathlon - LONG TEAM +1

From $50 Open

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Mineral Creek Trail Race

Sat, Jul 11 · Valdez, AK Valdez

Trail Mineral Creek Trail Race

From $30 Open

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Alaska Salmon Runs

Sat, Jul 18 · Cordova, AK Cordova

Road Smolt 1 Mile Fun Run/WalkHumpy 5KCoho 10K +2

From $25 Open

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Skinny Raven Half & 10K

Sun, Jul 19 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Virtual In-Person 10KVirtual 10KIn-Person 1/2 Marathon +1

From $72 Open

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Pack Trail Race

Sat, Jul 25 · Valdez, AK Valdez

Trail Pack Trail Race

From $45 Open 40 spots left

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Delta Junction Barley Half Marathon

Sat, Jul 25 · Delta Junction, AK Delta Junction

Road Delta Junction Barley Half Marathon

From $50 Open

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Cirque Series - Alyeska Resort, AK

Sat, Jul 25 · Girdwood, AK Girdwood

Trail Sport Division (beginner / intermediate)Pro DivisionExpert Divison

From $129 Open

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8th Annual Takshanuk Ridge Run

Sun, Jul 26 · Haines, AK Haines

Trail 8th Annual Takshanuk Ridge Run

From $40 Open 45 spots left

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Turnagain Training Kid's Summer Triathlon Camps

Mon, Jul 27 · Anchorage, AK Anchorage

Triathlon Triathlon Camp

From $325 Open 63 spots left

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