Welcome to the Awesome 3000! Join us as we return to McCulloch Stadium for another year of this exciting event. Since 1983, youth from Salem-Keizer and surrounding areas have participated in this fun run event that benefits Salem-Keizer Schools. In 2024-2025, United Way will distribute nearly $40,000 in grants throughout the district to benefit our children. We are excited to see you again! The Awesome 3000 will be held at Willamette University, McCulloch Stadium at Bush Pasture Park on Saturday, May 16, 2026 Packet pick up: May 14th and 15th, 2026 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Location: Capitol Toyota 783 Auto Group Ave NE, Salem, OR 97301 Please follow the signs for parking. Race packets will not be available on race day Race packets will not be delivered to schools
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 16.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Salem, OR.
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
