Bush Park Thursday Nights in August Race Series
Thu, Aug 6, 2026, 2:00 PM PDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A beloved August series offering community runs, personal best opportunities, and family fun while supporting local running initiatives.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Family Friendly
- Walkers Welcome
- School & Youth Teams
Family Friendly
Walkers Welcome
School & Youth TeamsJoin the Bush Park Thursday Night Race Series in August for a welcoming community experience. This family-friendly event offers 3K and 5K distances for adults, alongside free kids' races. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying a summer evening run, your participation helps support local high school cross country teams, the Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship Fund, and the Willamette Valley Road Runners club. It's a cherished summer tradition for runners of all ages and paces.
What to expect
- A relaxed evening series with multiple distances.
- Adults can choose between 3K and 5K courses.
- Free 500m and 1600m races are available for children.
Standout details
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Supports local running programs
- Kids' races are free
- Ribbon/Awards Night for series finale
Course surface
Cross-country
Pulled from words in the public listing. Helpful hint only, not a course rating.
Distances & registration
8 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
3000m
4 options · closes Aug 26, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
3mo 26d 13h 43m leftBush Park Thursday Nights in August 3K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 5, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 3K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 12, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 3K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 19, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 3K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 26, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
5K
4 options · closes Aug 26, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
3mo 26d 13h 43m leftBush Park Thursday Nights in August 5K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 5, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 5K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 12, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 5K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 19, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 5K Race Series - Wee…
Closes Aug 26, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT · From $11.60
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
4 5K finishers in 2020. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
11:32
Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Speedy front
There is real pace up front, even if the overall field is broad. Front-group read: 6:10.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 50% women and 50% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2020, this looks like a small field: 4 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 11:32. The quicker front of the field averaged about 6:10. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Corvallis, OR
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Overall observed placement
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2020 | 4 | 11:32 | 12:08 | 6:10 | 13:37 / 6:10 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Bush Park Thursday Night Races – August 2026
Join us this August for another exciting season of Bush Park Thursday Night Races! Whether you're chasing a personal best or just out for some fun with the local running community, this family-friendly series is a summer favorite.
🏃 Race Info & Registration This year’s 3K and 5K courses have remained the same from the previous year, and the overall race format remains the same.
Online registration is available via RunSignUp and is highly encouraged. Same-day registration will also be available onsite as in previous years.
💡 Pro tip: Register for multiple races at once to save on processing fees!
Online registration closes each Wednesday night before race day. Kids' races (500m & 1600m) are in-person registration only, on race night.
📅 Race Nights & Schedule Join us on Thursdays: August 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th — final week being Ribbon/Awards Night!
**WVRR club members get discounts on all our races, so be sure to join the club. Your membership fees go directly to making these races happen and towards our donation programs and our annual Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship. To learn more, visit our site linked above.**
Evening Schedule:
** Please note that on May 1st, WVRR will be notified about its application for a special grant to go towards registration fees for youth participants. This grant will help reduce the cost of each youth participant's registration fees. Please be on the lookout for emails from WVRR and social media posts if this price change happens.
5:00 PM – Registration Table Opens 6:00 PM – 3000 Meters (Open to All) – $10 6:20 PM – 500 Meters (Ages Under 7) – FREE 6:35 PM – 1600 Meters (Ages 7–12) – FREE 6:50 PM – 5000 Meters (Open to All) – $10
💙 Community Impact Your participation helps support:
Local High School Cross Country Teams The Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship Fund The Willamette Valley Road Runners
🚫 Friendly Reminders For everyone’s safety, no strollers or pets are allowed on the race courses.