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Running Races in Alaska

Alaska has a growing race calendar with options for all experience levels — from first-timer 5Ks to challenging long-distance events.

58 upcoming races listed

Fun racesScenic racesCompetitive racesQuirky racesFestive racesFor a Cause racesBeginner-friendlyFamily-friendly
Ken Teune Memorial Stampede

Join the Ketchikan Running Club for a family-friendly 5K or 1-mile fun run, honoring a beloved community member.

  • Fun
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 11:00 AM AKDT3.1 MilesKetchikan, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Family-oriented

32nd Beat Beethoven 5K

Race against Beethoven's 5th Symphony in this unique 5K, starting with a live maestro's downbeat. A spirited fundraiser for the Fairbanks Symphony.

  • Quirky
  • For a Cause
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 11:00 AM AKDT5KFairbanks, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Superhero Showdown

Unleash your alter ego for a fun and fast 5K or Kid's Dash, dressing as your favorite superhero or supervillain in Anchorage.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 2:20 PM AKDT5KAnchorage, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Valley Thaw Out Races
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM AKDT26.2 MilesPalmer, AK
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Family-oriented

Totem to Totem Half Marathon

Better when you want a walker-friendly, low-pressure day.

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM AKDT13.4 MilesKetchikan, AK
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Walkers welcome

Boondocks Breakaway 5K & 2.5K
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 11:00 AM AKDT5KAnchorage, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Kayhi Rotary Interact & Ketchikan Wellness Coalition - Splash of Color Fun Run/Walk
Sun, Apr 26, 2026, 2:30 PM AKDT1.5 MilesKetchikan, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

35th Annual Anchorage Salmon Run - May 2, 2026
Sat, May 2, 2026, 10:00 AM AKDT10KAnchorage, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Steps For Strong Minds 5K Run/Walk in Anchorage, AK
Sun, May 3, 2026, 9:30 AM AKDT5KAnchorage, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Family-oriented

33rd Golden Heart Utilities Water Walk & Run 5K
Wed, May 6, 2026, 6:00 PM AKDT5KFairbanks, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Love a Nurse Run 5K
Sat, May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM AKDT5KAnchorage, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

45th Chena River Run 5K - 2026
Sat, May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM AKDT5KFairbanks, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Hills From Hell
Sat, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM AKDT6 MilesKetchikan, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Exit Glacier 5k/10k

A family-friendly 5k/10k in Seward, Alaska, offering an out-and-back course and a commemorative beach towel for all participants.

  • Fun
Sat, May 16, 2026, 10:00 AM AKDT10KSeward, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Trent Waldron Half Marathon & 10K
Sat, May 23, 2026, 9:00 AM AKDT13.1094 MilesAnchorage, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Twilight 12K
Fri, May 29, 2026, 7:05 PM AKDT12KAnchorage, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Alaska Run For Women
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 8:45 AM AKDT5 MilesAnchorage, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Run for the River

Better when you want a walker-friendly, low-pressure day.

Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 9:30 AM AKDT10KSoldotna, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Kids Running
Mon, Jun 8, 2026, 8:00 AM AKDTAnchorage, AK
RUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Richardson Highway Races
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 10:00 AM AKDT7.46 MilesValdez, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Alaska Men's Run
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 10:00 AM AKDT5 MilesAnchorage, AK
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Run For Impact
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 11:00 AM AKDT5KPalmer, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Trail · Hilly · Timed race

Only Fools Run at Midnight
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 12:00 AM AKDT5KKetchikan, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

2026 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 7:30 AM AKDT26.2 MilesAnchorage, AK
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Timed race

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