35th Annual Anchorage Salmon Run - May 2, 2026
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM AKDT
- Location Anchorage, Alaska
- Price Free - $43.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community at the 35th Annual Anchorage Salmon Run on Saturday, May 2, 2026! Set in the picturesque town of Anchorage, this family-friendly event kicks off at Inlet View Elementary and takes participants along the scenic Coastal Trail. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just want to enjoy a leisurely trot with loved ones, this race features a thrilling downhill start and a mostly flat course, making it perfect for runners of all ages and abilities.
Join us at 10 AM for a fantastic spring race that not only marks the beginning of the running season but also supports vital programs for local students, including tutoring and arts programs. Don't forget to pick up your race bib on April 28 or 30 at designated locations, or on race day from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. With convenient parking available at the nearby Anchorage Lutheran Church, you can focus on what matters most: having fun and making memories! We can't wait to see you there!
Join us at 10 AM for a fantastic spring race that not only marks the beginning of the running season but also supports vital programs for local students, including tutoring and arts programs. Don't forget to pick up your race bib on April 28 or 30 at designated locations, or on race day from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. With convenient parking available at the nearby Anchorage Lutheran Church, you can focus on what matters most: having fun and making memories! We can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a family fun run from Inlet View Elementary out along the Coastal Trail. This race has one downhill at the beginning along N Street and is flat after that! Set an early season PR or trot with along with the whole family. The Salmon Run is a great spring race to kick off your running season.
Inlet View Elementary is located in downtown Anchorage, and is one of the oldest, traditional neighborhood elementary schools in our town. Today, with money raised through events like the Salmon Run, we are able to provide reading tutoring, supplemental math programs, after-school Spanish classes, writing workshops, art, music and physical education assemblies as well as busses for field trips, scholarships, financial assistance for meals, and classroom support.
BIB PICKUP TIMES:
Tuesday, April 28 - Inlet View Elementary MPR - 2:30-5:30pm
Thursday, April 30 - Skinny Raven Downtown - 4:30-6:30pm
Saturday, May 2 - Day of Race - Inlet View Elementary MPR - 8:30-9:30am
PARKING: The Anchorage Lutheran Church has generously opened their parking lot to us. The easiest way to access this lot is to take West 15th Avenue to O street and drive through the back alley (N. street will be closed for the race) From the church parking lot you can walk to the school less than a block away. Thanks to the Anchorage Lutheran Church for supporting our school and this community wide event.
SEE YOU SATURDAY, MAY 2ND AT 10AM!
Inlet View Elementary is located in downtown Anchorage, and is one of the oldest, traditional neighborhood elementary schools in our town. Today, with money raised through events like the Salmon Run, we are able to provide reading tutoring, supplemental math programs, after-school Spanish classes, writing workshops, art, music and physical education assemblies as well as busses for field trips, scholarships, financial assistance for meals, and classroom support.
BIB PICKUP TIMES:
Tuesday, April 28 - Inlet View Elementary MPR - 2:30-5:30pm
Thursday, April 30 - Skinny Raven Downtown - 4:30-6:30pm
Saturday, May 2 - Day of Race - Inlet View Elementary MPR - 8:30-9:30am
PARKING: The Anchorage Lutheran Church has generously opened their parking lot to us. The easiest way to access this lot is to take West 15th Avenue to O street and drive through the back alley (N. street will be closed for the race) From the church parking lot you can walk to the school less than a block away. Thanks to the Anchorage Lutheran Church for supporting our school and this community wide event.
SEE YOU SATURDAY, MAY 2ND AT 10AM!
Races
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10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & 10K T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM AKDT)
$43.70
The 10K starts behind Inlet View, heads down N street and veers right onto Virginia Court before joining the Chester Creek Trail toward Westchester lagoon. Head south on the on the very flat Coastal Trail the entire way and turn around just before Earthquake Park, a volunteer will be at the turnaround. Enjoy a car free run with aid stations along the way. -
5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & 5K T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:00AM AKDT)
$43.70
The 5K starts behind Inlet View and heads down N street and veers right onto Virginia Court before joining the Chester Creek Trail toward Westchester lagoon. Head south on the very flat Coastal Trail the entire way and turn around just before Lyn Ary Park, a volunteer will be at the turnaround. Enjoy a car free run with aid stations along the way. -
2K Fun Run
Incl. $3.03 Fee & 2K T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (10:05AM AKDT)
$33.03
The 2K starts behind Inlet View and heads down N street and veers right onto Virginia Court. Volunteers will be on hand to point you through the park near the Westchester Boat Ramp then back up N. street to the school. -
Buy an Extra T-Shirt
Incl. Buy Extra T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM AKDT)
Free
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Inlet View Elementary School, 1300 Inlet Place, Anchorage, 99501, AK, United States
35th Annual Anchorage Salmon Run - May 2, 2026
