Run Like a Fool 5K
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT
- Location
- Olympia, WA
- Heritage Park, 610 Water Street Southwest, 98501
- Featured distance
- 3.1 Miles
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run like a fool, dress like a clown, and enjoy a flat, fast 5K around scenic Capitol Lake with awards for speed and wackiest costumes.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveWho it's for
- All Genders Welcome
- Kids & Youth
All Genders Welcome
Kids & YouthGreat for: families, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Embrace the playful spirit at the Run Like a Fool 5K in Olympia, WA. This event invites you to don your wackiest costume and enjoy a flat, fast course featuring two scenic laps around Capitol Lake. With a Kids 1K Run also available, it's a delightful outing for all ages. Awards celebrate top finishers across categories and the most imaginative outfits, making for a memorable and spirited race day experience.
What to expect
- Run a flat and fast 5K course with two scenic laps around Capitol Lake.
- Kids 1K race available for younger runners (12 and under).
- Compete for awards in overall, age group, and wackiest costume categories.
Standout details
- Wackiest costume awards
- Flat and fast 5K course
- Scenic Capitol Lake laps
- Kids 1K Run
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
The course
- Rolling
- Family-oriented
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing5K distance, rolling area, typically mild weather
- Rolling area
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
Run Like a Fool 5k and Kids 1k Run
Come Run Like a Fool and have fun and be festive in your wackiest costume.
The course is flat and fast with two laps around scenic Capitol Lake.
The Donut Dash 5K sold out, so be sure to register now to secure your spot. The race is limited to 300 in the 5k and 150 kids.
Registration:
Kids Run (12 and under): Free $35 – Through April 11, 2026 $40 -- April 12 through April 18, 2026 $45 -- Race Day, April 19, 2026
Club Oly Members receive $5 off at checkout.
Groups of 4 registering together: $10 off per person Groups of 5 or more registering together: $13 off per person
Group registrations are not eligible for the member discount.
Packet Pickup:
Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Fleet Feet from 2 to 4 pm . 3405 Capitol Blvd SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Packet pickup is managed by Club Oly members, so please do not arrive early.
OR
Race Day, Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 7:20 to 8:20 AM at Heritage Park by the start line.
All registration will be online and registration closes at 8:20 am on the day of the race.
Day of Race Details:
7:20 am to 8:20 am: Packet pickup
8:50 am: Gear check closes. Bags must be labeled with your bib number. Bags can be picked up after you finish the race by presenting your bib number.
8:45 am: Kids Race
9:00 am: 5K Race
10:00 am: Awards
Awards:
Top 3 Overall - Men, Women, and Nonbinary
Top 3 in each 10-year age group.
Top 3 wackiest costumes/outfits
Results will be available immediately after the race online.
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