WE'RE BACK ON THE PARK STRIP! Wear your most imaginative pride or rainbow themed costume. Prizes will be awarded to best team, most creative, Alaska Pride, most original, and most colorful costume! Celebrate with us at the finish line with entertainment and tasty beverages! Then, join us for a special afterparty at The Raven. Funds raised from the Rainbow Run will go towards supporting Four A’s and Choosing Our Roots, two organizations making a difference for LGBTQ+ Alaskans. EVENT BIB PICKUP - June 17 , 2026 (Wednesday) 4:00 - 6:00 PM, Location : Snow City Cafe, 1034 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 - June 23 , 2026 (Monday) 4:00 - 6:00 PM, Location : Snow City Cafe, 1034 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 IN-PERSON KICKOFF PARTY DETAILS Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Start time: 6pm Location: Corner of W 10th Ave and N St Map: Click Here For more info contact us at akrainbowrun@gmail.com Hope to see you there! VIRTUAL EVENT DETAILS Date : June 16 - June 23, 2026 Location : Anywhere you want!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 23.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Anchorage, AK.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
