Big River Race
- Date Sat 31st May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Pasco, Washington
- Price Free - $64.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Big River Race on Saturday, May 31st, 2025, in beautiful Pasco, Franklin! This exciting second annual event invites runners of all levels to participate in a scenic half marathon, 10K, 5K, or a free fun 1-mile race along the stunning Columbia River. The flat and fast course will take you along the paved riverfront trail, making it perfect for both seasoned athletes aiming for personal bests and first-time runners looking to achieve their goals.
The race will kick off and conclude at the picturesque Chiawana Park, where you’ll find beautiful shade trees, expansive grassy areas, and breathtaking views of the river that has shaped the culture and economy of the Pacific Northwest for centuries. With themed aid stations, enthusiastic cheer squads, and lively music throughout the course, the Big River Race promises to be a celebration of achievement and community spirit. Bring your friends and family to cheer you on as you cross the finish line and enjoy some delightful post-race treats. Join us for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and the joy of running along one of Eastern Washington's most iconic landmarks!
The race will kick off and conclude at the picturesque Chiawana Park, where you’ll find beautiful shade trees, expansive grassy areas, and breathtaking views of the river that has shaped the culture and economy of the Pacific Northwest for centuries. With themed aid stations, enthusiastic cheer squads, and lively music throughout the course, the Big River Race promises to be a celebration of achievement and community spirit. Bring your friends and family to cheer you on as you cross the finish line and enjoy some delightful post-race treats. Join us for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and the joy of running along one of Eastern Washington's most iconic landmarks!
Organiser's Description
COME JOIN US FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL YEAR OF THE _BIG RIVER RACE_!
SATURDAY, MAY 31ST, 2025 FOR A HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K & FREE FUN 1 MILE. RUN ALONG ONE OF EASTERN WASHINGTON'S BIGGEST LANDMARKS, THE COLUMBIA RIVER. ENJOY A SCENIC ROUTE ON PAVED RIVERFRONT TRAIL. THIS RACE OFFERS YOU FOUR DIFFERENT OPTIONS; A DISTANCE FOR EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY, GROUP OF FRIENDS OR COWORKERS.
THE COURSE WILL BE FLAT & FAST! PERFECT FOR YOUR FIRST TIME TO ACHIEVE ONE OF THESE DISTANCES OR SET A NEW PERSONAL GOAL. THE RACE WILL START & END AT BEAUTIFUL CHIAWANA PARK (WEST END OF THE PARK) IN PASCO, WASHINGTON. CHIAWANA IS A NATIVE WORD FOR BIG RIVER.
THE COLUMBIA RIVER HAS PROVIDED THIS REGION'S CULTURE AND ECONOMY FOR THOUSANDS OF YEARS. IT IS THE LARGEST RIVER IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST. THE RIVER FORMS IN THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS OF BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA AND FLOWS THROUGH WASHINGTON. THIS BIG RIVER IRRIGATES MORE THAN 6,000,000 ACRES OF AGRICULTURAL LAND. AGRICULTURE IS HUGE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY AND IS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THIS VALUABLE WATER SOURCE.
THE RACE COURSE WILL HAVE FUN, THEMED AID-STATIONS, CHEER SQUADS & MUSIC ALONG THE WAY. YOU RUN THE MILES, WE BRING THE ENTERTAINMENT AND SUPPORT! WE BELIEVE YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS SHOULD BE CELEBRATED. INVITE ALL THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO COME WATCH YOU CROSS THE FINISH LINE! CHIAWANA PARK AS BEAUTIFUL SHADE TREES, A BIG GRASSY PARK AND A GORGEOUS VIEW OF THE RIVER. AFTER THE RACE SIT, RELAX AND ENJOY SOME POST RACE TREATS.
OUR RACE VALUES COME FROM THE MEANING: _CHIAWANA_
COMPASSION CREATIVITY RELIABILITY GENEROSITY LOYALTY
SATURDAY, MAY 31ST, 2025 FOR A HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K & FREE FUN 1 MILE. RUN ALONG ONE OF EASTERN WASHINGTON'S BIGGEST LANDMARKS, THE COLUMBIA RIVER. ENJOY A SCENIC ROUTE ON PAVED RIVERFRONT TRAIL. THIS RACE OFFERS YOU FOUR DIFFERENT OPTIONS; A DISTANCE FOR EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY, GROUP OF FRIENDS OR COWORKERS.
THE COURSE WILL BE FLAT & FAST! PERFECT FOR YOUR FIRST TIME TO ACHIEVE ONE OF THESE DISTANCES OR SET A NEW PERSONAL GOAL. THE RACE WILL START & END AT BEAUTIFUL CHIAWANA PARK (WEST END OF THE PARK) IN PASCO, WASHINGTON. CHIAWANA IS A NATIVE WORD FOR BIG RIVER.
THE COLUMBIA RIVER HAS PROVIDED THIS REGION'S CULTURE AND ECONOMY FOR THOUSANDS OF YEARS. IT IS THE LARGEST RIVER IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST. THE RIVER FORMS IN THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS OF BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA AND FLOWS THROUGH WASHINGTON. THIS BIG RIVER IRRIGATES MORE THAN 6,000,000 ACRES OF AGRICULTURAL LAND. AGRICULTURE IS HUGE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY AND IS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THIS VALUABLE WATER SOURCE.
THE RACE COURSE WILL HAVE FUN, THEMED AID-STATIONS, CHEER SQUADS & MUSIC ALONG THE WAY. YOU RUN THE MILES, WE BRING THE ENTERTAINMENT AND SUPPORT! WE BELIEVE YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS SHOULD BE CELEBRATED. INVITE ALL THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO COME WATCH YOU CROSS THE FINISH LINE! CHIAWANA PARK AS BEAUTIFUL SHADE TREES, A BIG GRASSY PARK AND A GORGEOUS VIEW OF THE RIVER. AFTER THE RACE SIT, RELAX AND ENJOY SOME POST RACE TREATS.
OUR RACE VALUES COME FROM THE MEANING: _CHIAWANA_
COMPASSION CREATIVITY RELIABILITY GENEROSITY LOYALTY
Races
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Big River Half Marathon
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Tri-Blend T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$64.60
-The half marathon will be an out & back route going east on a paved river front path. There will be total of 6 aid-stations. Approximately 2 miles a part (1.55/11.5, 3.10/9.80, 5/7) with water, electrolyte drink, gels and fruit snacks. These stations will have fun theme to keep you motivated and have fun while running! *There is a 3 hour cutoff; this would be an average pace 13:40 Each finisher will receive a custom medal If you plan to walk or walk/jog email the race director for an early start. strollers are a welcome; you will start in the back righthand side. -
Big River 10k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Athletic T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$43.40
-The 10k will be an out & back route going east on the trail. There will be 3 aid-stations. Miles 1.55/4.55, 3.10 (turn around) with water, electrolyte drink, gels and fruit snacks. Each finisher will receive a custom medal **strollers are a welcome! you will start in the back righthand side. -
Big River 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Athletic T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
-The 5k will be an out & back route going east on the trail. There will be 1 aid-station(turn around mile 1.55) with water, & electrolyte drink. Each finisher will receive a custom medal **strollers are a welcome! you will start in the back righthand side. -
Big River FREE 1 Mile
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st May 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
Free
-The fun 1 mile will be an out & back going west to the end of the park. 1 water station at the turn around 0.5 mile Walkers, families, strollers, wagons, big groups of friends comes out and enjoy being active together! each finisher will receive a medal. this is a fun run and will not be timed
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