The Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K 2026 — Seward, AK

Date
August 15, 2026
Location
Seward, AK
Venue
Mile 0, Iditarod National Historic Trail
Start Time
10:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
Adult Men's, Youth Boy's, Adult Women's, Youth Girl's
Includes
Dog bandana
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On August 15, 2026, the Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K takes place in Seward, Alaska, starting at the Mile 0 trailhead of the Iditarod National Historic Trail. This 5K running event begins at 10:00 AM with an entry fee of $25. The race uses the historic Iditarod trail as its course, offering runners a chance to experience terrain associated with Alaska's famous long-distance sled dog race. For athletes traveling to Seward for this August event, accommodation options near the race start will be essential for early morning logistics.

From the Race Organizer
In honor of the legendary Dan Seavey, The Iditarod Trail Blazers and Seward Sports and Recreation will be hosting the second annual Dan Seavey Trailblazer 5k. Dan was a founder of the Iditarod Trailblazers and even competed in the very first Iditarod race. For this memorial race we thought it only made sense that there would be dogs running along side the participants. There are 4 Categories for the 5k: Adult Men's Youth Boy's Adult Women's Youth Girl's Race Rules and Requirements: Dogs must be leashed Contestants can start anytime between 10:00am-1:00pm. In order to make sure everyone and their furry friends stay happy and safe, we will be running this race with staggered start times. Your start time is completely up to you (show up when you want!) , so long as it is between 10:00am and 1:00pm. Bib Pick Up Bib pick up will start on race day at 8:30am and will end at 1:00pm. Post Race Celebration: Festivities will continue at the Branson Pavilion after the race.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K 2026 — Seward, AK?

The Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K 2026 — Seward, AK takes place on August 15, 2026. The race is held in Seward, Alaska.

Where is The Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K 2026 — Seward, AK held?

The Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K 2026 — Seward, AK is held at Mile 0, Iditarod National Historic Trail in Seward, Alaska.

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