GTD – Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash 2026 — Portland, OR

Date
September 13, 2026
Location
Portland, OR
Venue
Fernhill Park
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $40.00
Events
5K Fun Run/Walk, Kids’ Dash
Includes
T-Shirt
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GTD – Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash takes place at Fernhill Park in Portland, Oregon on September 13, 2026. The event offers two in-person running distances: a 1K option and a 5K. The race starts at 9:30 AM, making it an accessible morning event for Portland-area runners. Entry fees range from free to $40 depending on your distance and registration timing. If you can't make it to Portland in person, GTD provides a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own schedule and submit your results remotely. This flexible format accommodates various training schedules and travel situations for endurance athletes planning their fall race calendar.

From the Race Organizer
❤️🏃 Our mission: To build self-esteem, establish support systems, and empower recovery one run at a time. Go the Distance is a nonprofit organization that advocates for recovery through fitness, community, and compassion. Proceeds from this event will help empower more people in early recovery and support Go the Distance’s impact on our community members. Join us for our 2nd annual GTD 5k Fun Run at Fernhill Park on Sept. 13th! Sign up to run with us for an even bigger and better event this year. Registration for this year’s race will also include the following: 2026 GTD 5k Medal Race shirt featuring all our sponsors Specially customized GTD bib Timing- so you can improve on your time from last year! Kids’ dash (free!) Virtual 5k run/walk options if you can’t make it in person As our valued community members that signed up to run with us last year, you are receiving a special $5 off race registration from now until Aug. 9, when the price will increase for general registration. Come one come all for a morning filled with PR’s (personal records) and PV’s (positive vibes) and spend it with your friends at GTD! 📍 Race location: Fernhill Park 6010 NE 37th Ave, Portland, OR 97211 📝 T-shirt pick-up and race check-in: T-shirt pick-up will be on race day, Sunday September 13th starting 9am at Fernhill Park ⏰ Race schedule: All races will take place on Sunday, September 13th. 9:00 am: Opening festivities 9:30 am: Kids’ fun run 10:00 am: Go the Distance 5k 📱 Follow Go The Distance on Instagram to receive updates and exciting news about the race! ✉️ Questions: Reach out to info@gtdgothedistance.org

GTD – Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash 2026 — Portland, OR

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is GTD – Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash 2026 — Portland, OR?

GTD – Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash 2026 — Portland, OR takes place on September 13, 2026. The race is held in Portland, Oregon.

Where is GTD – Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash 2026 — Portland, OR held?

GTD – Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash 2026 — Portland, OR is held at Fernhill Park in Portland, Oregon.

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