Gresham Lilac Run – Gresham, OR 2026

Date
April 18, 2026
Location
Gresham, OR
Venue
219 S Main Avenue
Start Time
8:30 AM
Events
The Gresham Lilac Run - 5K, The Gresham Lilac Run - 10K, The Gresham Lilac Run - Half Marathon, Little Lilac Run (Kids Run)
Includes
Race Shirt
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The Gresham Lilac Run takes place on April 18, 2026, in Gresham, Oregon, starting at 8:30 AM from 219 S Main Avenue. The event offers multiple distance options to suit different training phases and goals: a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 800M. Whether you're building toward a longer race or sharpening your speed over shorter distances, you'll find an appropriate option. Gresham provides convenient lodging access for athletes traveling to compete, making it straightforward to base yourself near the venue for race morning.

From the Race Organizer
Why Run THIS Race? When you sign up for the Gresham Lilac Run presented by Unitus Community Credit Union , your race fees go to support our Race Beneficiaries who provide services within Gresham. The 2026 Lilac Run Beneficiaries are: Rockwood Market Hall Gresham Youth Advisory Council Magic Wheelchair Shooting Star Adventures Waitlist: The waitlist is now closed. Race Day Information Saturday, April 18 8:00 am – Half Marathon 8:15 am – 10K 8:30 am – 5K 2026 course routes are linked above and include POI's that show directional support and aid station locations. Prefer MapMyRun? Last year's routes linked here: 5k / 10k / Half Packet Pickup Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 from 4:00 - 6:30 pm at Migration Brewing's Gresham Brewery and Pub location. 18188 NE Wilkes Rd, Portland, OR 97230 *Need to arrange other accommodations? Email LilacRun@GreshamOregon.gov FREE Little Lilac Run - 10:00am The Little Lilac Run will be run in two heats, a 400-meter dash for the younger kids and a

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Gresham Lilac Run – Gresham, OR 2026?

Gresham Lilac Run – Gresham, OR 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026. The race is held in Gresham, Oregon.

Where is Gresham Lilac Run – Gresham, OR 2026 held?

Gresham Lilac Run – Gresham, OR 2026 is held at 219 S Main Avenue in Gresham, Oregon.

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