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Running Races in Olympia, WA

Olympia, Washington has 21 upcoming running races, from 5Ks to marathons. Browse by vibe, difficulty, and community fit to find the right race for you.

21 upcoming races listed

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Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (15)

Set sail for a fun run or half marathon in Olympia, complete with a pirate theme and a best costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Run Like a Fool 5K

Run like a fool, dress like a clown, and enjoy a flat, fast 5K around scenic Capitol Lake with awards for speed and wackiest costumes.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT3.1 MilesOlympia, WA
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Family-oriented

Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (19)

Join for a luau-themed run in Olympia, featuring multiple loops, finisher medals, and a chance to win the best costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, May 9, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Capital City Marathon

Experience a beautiful, rolling course and a festive finish line at this Boston Marathon qualifier in Olympia, Washington.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
Sun, May 17, 2026, 7:00 AM PDT26.2 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (21)

Embrace the Luau spirit in Olympia with a themed 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, complete with finisher medals and a best costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, May 23, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (24)

Embrace the challenge of multiple loops, earn a finisher medal, and show off your best costume at this Olympia run.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Bound for Boston Marathon & Half Marathon - Seattle

A fast, flat 1-mile loop course in Olympia, WA, perfect for Boston Marathon qualification or setting a new personal record.

  • Competitive
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 6:30 AM PDT26.2 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (26)

Loop through Olympia, WA, for your choice of 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, earning a medal and potentially an award or series points.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (27)

Challenge yourself on an out-and-back course in Olympia, WA, with distances up to a Half Marathon, plus a fun best costume award.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (30)

An out-and-back course in Olympia, offering 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances, plus a chance to win for best costume.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (32)

Embrace your inner ninja at this Olympia race, featuring a multi-loop course, finisher medals, and a fun best costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (34)

Embrace your inner ninja on this multi-loop course in Olympia, featuring finisher medals and a best costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (37)

Earn your medal and show off your creative side at this multi-distance event featuring a costume contest and competitive awards.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Fall Frolic

Frolic through a flat and fast course around the lake in Olympia, offering 5K, 5-mile, and a Kids 1K, with awards for top finishers.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
Sun, Oct 4, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT5 MilesOlympia, WA
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Family-oriented

Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (41)

Embrace the spooky season with a themed run in Olympia, featuring a costume contest and distances from 5K to half marathon.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (43)

Run a Halloween-themed out-and-back in Olympia, WA, complete with finisher medals and a best costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 8:30 AM PDT13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (46)

Join the Gobbler in Olympia for a festive fall run, featuring multiple distances, finisher medals, and a fun costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Nov 14, 2026, 8:30 AM PST13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Oly Turkey Day 4 Miler

A heartwarming Thanksgiving morning 4-miler in Olympia, perfect for all levels, combining movement, community, and giving back.

  • Fun
  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 8:30 AM PST4 MilesOlympia, WA
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (48)

Embrace the festive spirit with a Gobbler run in Olympia, featuring multiple distances, finisher medals, and a fun costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Nov 28, 2026, 8:30 AM PST13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (50)

Celebrate the season with a festive run in Olympia, featuring 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances, plus a fun costume contest.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive
Sat, Dec 12, 2026, 8:30 AM PST13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Olympia, WA (52)

Celebrate the season with a holiday run in Olympia, featuring multiple distances, a costume contest, and finisher medals.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Festive
Sat, Dec 26, 2026, 8:30 AM PST13.1 MilesOlympia, WA
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

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