Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival 2026 — McCleary, WA

Date
July 11, 2026
Location
McCleary, WA
Venue
100 S 3rd St
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $5.00
Events
McCleary Country Bear Fun Run - Adults, McCleary Country Bear Fun Run - Kids 5 years and under, McCleary Country Bear Fun Run - Kids 6-17 years old
As part of the Bear Festival activities, the McCleary Civic Renewal Council is hosting a 1.25-mile or 5K run, trot, and walk through the city of McCleary. Pre-registration is open through July 12th and encouraged. You may register the day of the race. Registration will open at 8:00 a.m. and close at 8:50 a.m. The registration table will be at the corner of W Simpson and S 3rd Street. Costumes are encouraged, and prizes will be awarded! Prize categories ($25 value) Best kid costume (13 and younger) Best "Big kid" costume (14 and older) Royalty Court Choice 1.25 mile - winner 5k - winner Packet pickup opens at 8:00 a.m. and the fun run begins at 9:00 a.m.

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Country Bear Fun Run @ the McCleary Bear Festival 2026 — McCleary, WA

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