Tumwater Chamber’s Back to School Fun Run 2026 — Tumwater, WA

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Tumwater, WA
Venue
4200 Capitol Blvd SE
Start Time
10:00 AM
Sunrise
6:53 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00
Events
5k Run, 5K Walk/Run
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Join us for the Tumwater Chamber’s Back to School Fun Run, a welcoming community run/walk benefiting the Tumwater Chamber Foundation’s Financial Literacy Program. This family-friendly event brings together runners, walkers, local businesses, schools, families, and community supporters for a morning of movement, connection, and fun in Tumwater. Whether you are running for time, walking with friends, showing off your team costume, or cheering from the sidelines, you are part of something bigger—helping support financial literacy education in our community. Participants will enjoy a fun run/walk route, sponsor stations, community vendors, music, and a post-race celebration at the Craft District Amphitheater. Runners will begin first, followed by walkers. Team costumes are encouraged, with additional event-day activities and details to be announced as the event gets closer. Official Event Shirts Official TACC Fun Run shirts are available for $15 and may be ordered through our online shirt store. Shirts are optional, sold separately from race registration, and will be shipped directly to the purchaser. Order your shirt: https://stores.inksoft.com/tacc/shop/home

Course & Travel Notes

You'll want to get to Tumwater, Washington for the Back to School Fun Run on September 19th, 2026, with the race starting at 10:00 AM—plenty of time after sunrise at 6:55 AM if you're an early riser. The venue sits at a modest 167 feet elevation, so you won't need to worry about altitude adjustments. Olympia Regional Airport is just 2.8 miles away, making it super convenient for flying in. Bring layers for this time of year since temperatures typically range from a high of 72°F down to 46°F, and there's about a 27% chance of rain, so pack a light jacket or rain gear just to be safe.

⛰️ 167 ft elevation☀️ Typically 72°F / 46°F · 27% chance of rain✈️ Olympia Regional Airport (OLM) — 2.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Tumwater Chamber’s Back to School Fun Run 2026 — Tumwater, WA?

Tumwater Chamber’s Back to School Fun Run 2026 — Tumwater, WA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Tumwater, Washington.

Where is Tumwater Chamber’s Back to School Fun Run 2026 — Tumwater, WA held?

Tumwater Chamber’s Back to School Fun Run 2026 — Tumwater, WA is held at 4200 Capitol Blvd SE in Tumwater, Washington.

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