Skagit Valley Tulip Run 2 Mile, 5K & 10K

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT

Location: Burlington, WA; True North Bakery/Port of Skagit, 15426 Airport Dr B, 98233
Type: RUN

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Join the 40th Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Run for a chip-timed race experience with competitive awards and a community feel in Burlington, WA.

Competitive

Who it's for

College & Campus
Military & First Responders

Great for: runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The 40th Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Run invites you to experience a chip-timed race through Burlington, WA, offering 2-mile, 5K, and 10K distances. While the event carries the "Tulip Run" name, please note the course does not feature visible tulip fields. Runners can look forward to a pre-race stretch, finisher medals for pre-registered participants, and awards for top male and female finishers. It's a well-established community event for runners of various levels.

What to expect

Enjoy a pre-race stretch before your chip-timed 2-mile, 5K, or 10K race.
Receive a finisher medal if you pre-register (up to 650 participants).
Top 3 male and female finishers will be recognized with special awards.

Standout details

40th Annual event
Chip-timed races
Finisher medals (up to 650)
Awards for top 3 male and female

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

2 Miles
Sat, Apr 18, 9:10 AM PDT · From $32.80
Opens Dec 22, 2025, 4:00 AM PST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT
5K
Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM PDT · From $32.80
Opens Dec 22, 2025, 4:00 AM PST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT
10K
Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM PDT · From $43.40
Opens Dec 22, 2025, 4:00 AM PST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Rolling
Timed race

From the organizer

Welcome to the 40th Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Run!

Run the Valley with Skagit Runners

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Location: True North Bakery 15426 Airport Dr B, Burlington, WA 98233

Pr e-Race Stretch: 8:45am at the Start Line hosted by Eduardo from Riverside Health Club

Race Start Times:

9:00am 5K/10K 9:10am 2 mile

Location: Skagit Regional Airport in Burlington, WA (about 4 miles north of the tulip fields)

*There are no visible tulip fields on this run

Social Media: Get the latest news by checking out Skagit Runners-Run the Valley (Facebook) or @skagitrunners_runthevalley on Instagram or at skagitrunners.com

Registration: Available online and on day of race (fees increase by $10 for day of race registration).

2 mile – $30 5K - $30 10K – $40

*Automatic age-based STUDENT Discount for ages 18 or younger and 70 or older

* Active Duty Military, Veterans, & First Responders-use code: FREEDOM for discount at check out

Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up for Individuals Registered by 12 p.m. on April 16: Will be held at the Skagit Running Company store (724 1st St., Mount Vernon) on Thursday, April 16 from 1 – 5 p.m.

Day of Race Packet Pick-Up: Will be located at our race headquarters in the True North Bakery at 15426 Airport Dr. B, Burlington, WA 98233, beginning at 8 a.m.

Timing: We will be chip timing for all races. There will be large clocks at the finish line so you can see your time as you finish.

Changing race distances: If you need to change your race distance you may do so by contacting skagitrunnersrd@gmail.com . Race registrations are non-refundable.

Awards: Every pre-registered participant will receive a finishers medal up to 650 participants. Special awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers.

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