Join Onward & Upward, AKtive Soles, and the Eskimo Ninja Warrior Nick Hanson for "Tater Trot" 5k OCR fun run race! The course will start and end at the downtown Palmer Depot, travel 5k around Palmer and encounter a number of obstacles along the way! (All obstacles will have alternatives if participant is unable to complete it.) The race is Saturday May 16th at 10:30am. Race registration is online or beginning at 9:30 in person before the race. The cost is $25 and free for kids 12 and under. Sign up online if you want to get a race t-shirt for $10. The race begins and ends at the Palmer Depot, right as the 4th annual One Health Fest is kicking off! This is a free event with live music, food, vendors & activities all centered around the concept of One Health- The concept that the health of ourselves is interconnected with the health of our planet, our community, and our culture! This year we are celebrating our Farmers and Food Producers!!
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Tater Trot 5k OCR Fun Run @ One Health Fest! 2026 — Palmer, AK
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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 Palmer, 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
