Run for Your Life (RFYL) is an annual charity Fun Run/Walk & Community Fair organized by the students of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU). First launched in 2011 on the university’s Terrace Heights campus, RFYL has grown into a cherished tradition that brings together students, families, and the greater Yakima community. As future health professionals, PNWU students are committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and fostering community well-being. RFYL offers a flat, easy course that’s accessible to all ages and fitness levels, making it a fun and inclusive event for everyone. More than just a run, RFYL is a family-friendly, safe, and health-focused celebration that allows students to give back to the region they hope to serve. All proceeds support PNWU scholarships, helping students from rural and medically underserved areas receive the education and training needed to return and care for their communities. Run For Your Life 5k/10k – Yakima, WA Start/Finish Location: PNWU Campus - MultiCare Learning Center Date: April 3, 2027 Check-in Time: 8:00-9:15am Race Start: 9:30am Kids 11 and Under Run for Free! (Runners' Bib and Giveaway Not Included) If your kiddo isn’t quite ready to complete a 5K or 10K, let them join in on the fun with our NEW Pony Race! 🐴🏃♀️🏃♂️ Kids will get to race down Inspiration Dr. alongside other kids their age in this fun, short-distance race made just for them! Food Vendors are welcome! If you are interested in participating as a food vendor, please contact the race director. Follow the signs for parking, which can be found in the North and Northeast lot of Butler Haney Hall.
Course & Travel Notes
Run for Your Life takes place in Yakima, Washington on April 3, 2027, with the race starting at 9:30 AM at an elevation of 1070 feet. Sunrise that morning will be at 6:37 AM, giving you plenty of daylight for the event. For travel, Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field is conveniently located just 2.8 miles from the venue. Plan for typical April weather in the area with highs around 65°F and lows near 35°F, though you should pack rain gear since there's roughly a 19% chance of measurable precipitation during this time of year.
⛰️ 1,070 ft elevation☀️ Typically 65°F / 35°F · 19% chance of rain✈️ Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field (YKM) — 2.8 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Yakima, WA.
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
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Run for Your Life 2027 — Yakima, WA takes place on April 3, 2027. The race is held in Yakima, Washington.
Where is Run for Your Life 2027 — Yakima, WA held?
Run for Your Life 2027 — Yakima, WA is held at 3008 Inspiration Drive in Yakima, Washington.
Where can I find hotels near Run for Your Life 2027 — Yakima, WA?
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