Blueberry Fun Run
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 8:00AM AKDT
- Location Ketchikan, Alaska
- Price $11.60 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Blueberry Fun Run, taking place on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in the beautiful town of Ketchikan, located in the Ketchikan Gateway Borough. This vibrant event celebrates the delicious blueberry season and offers participants a chance to enjoy the great outdoors while competing in a variety of races, including a 1-mile fun run, a 5K, and a challenging 10K.
The festivities kick off at the authentic start line on Grant Street, right by the Ketchikan Police Department. Participants can enjoy a $5 registration discount if they are Ketchikan Running Club members, and it's important to register early to guarantee your preferred giveaway sizes, as quantities are limited. With bib and shirt pick-up available on July 31st and last-minute bibs on race morning, there's every opportunity to join in on the fun! Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, the Blueberry Fun Run promises to be a fantastic community event filled with excitement and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this wonderful summer experience in Ketchikan!
The festivities kick off at the authentic start line on Grant Street, right by the Ketchikan Police Department. Participants can enjoy a $5 registration discount if they are Ketchikan Running Club members, and it's important to register early to guarantee your preferred giveaway sizes, as quantities are limited. With bib and shirt pick-up available on July 31st and last-minute bibs on race morning, there's every opportunity to join in on the fun! Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, the Blueberry Fun Run promises to be a fantastic community event filled with excitement and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this wonderful summer experience in Ketchikan!
Organiser's Description
Blueberry season is here and Ketchikan Running Club is pleased to host the Blueberry Fun Run races which include a 1 mile fun run, 5k, and 10k. The 2026 race continues with the authentic start line on Grant Street, by Ketchikan Police Department.
ALL 2026 KRC Members receive a $5 registration discount!
**ATTENTION**SIZES AND QUANTITIES OF GIVEAWAYS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO CAN REGISTER BEFORE JULY 11TH!
Please understand that we are required to order well in advance for customization and shipping time. We do our best to accommodate everyone and hope you will consider registering early to secure your size!
REGISTER ONLINE THROUGH THURSDAY, JULY 30. BIB & SHIRT PICK UP, AS WELL AS IN-PERSON REGISTRATION, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY JULY 31ST, FROM 4:30-7:30PM AT THE REC CENTER. LAST MINUTE BIB PICK UP WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL EVENTS FROM 7:00-7:30 RACE MORNING AT THE STARTING LINE. DUE TO OUR EARLIER START TIME, WE WILL NOT HAVE DAY-OF REGISTRATION - PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
If you can't run or walk this year but are interested in volunteering, we need your help! Fill out this VOLUNTEER FORM [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vbiVQdP0tNfaFTr_6wuWNMudZmyqd-vK1Da2ABwHdHE/edit?usp=sharing] to let us know how you are interested in helping!
ALL 2026 KRC Members receive a $5 registration discount!
**ATTENTION**SIZES AND QUANTITIES OF GIVEAWAYS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO CAN REGISTER BEFORE JULY 11TH!
Please understand that we are required to order well in advance for customization and shipping time. We do our best to accommodate everyone and hope you will consider registering early to secure your size!
REGISTER ONLINE THROUGH THURSDAY, JULY 30. BIB & SHIRT PICK UP, AS WELL AS IN-PERSON REGISTRATION, WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FRIDAY JULY 31ST, FROM 4:30-7:30PM AT THE REC CENTER. LAST MINUTE BIB PICK UP WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL EVENTS FROM 7:00-7:30 RACE MORNING AT THE STARTING LINE. DUE TO OUR EARLIER START TIME, WE WILL NOT HAVE DAY-OF REGISTRATION - PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
If you can't run or walk this year but are interested in volunteering, we need your help! Fill out this VOLUNTEER FORM [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vbiVQdP0tNfaFTr_6wuWNMudZmyqd-vK1Da2ABwHdHE/edit?usp=sharing] to let us know how you are interested in helping!
Races
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Blueberry Fun Run 1 Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Performance T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:00AM AKDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 JULBeginning on Grant St through Schoenbar Trail, back on the trail to Harris St onto Park Ave turning right onto Dock St and right again to finish up Main St! -
Blueberry Fun Run 10k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Performance T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:30AM AKDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 JULThe 5K and 10K routes begin on Grant St, following Schoenbar Trail to Schoenbar Ave, heading around City Park to Deermont Street all the way down to Tongass Ave. 5K racers will turn around just past the USCG station and 10K racers will turn around at Three Bears convenience store. Coming back into town, racers will cross again at Deermont and Tongass heading into town across the Stedman Street Bridge, around Whale Park, staying on the outskirts of the Blueberry Festival streets until turning right onto Grant St and finishing at the Ketchikan Police Department. -
Blueberry Fun Run 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Performance T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:30AM AKDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 JULThe 5K and 10K routes begin on Grant St, following Schoenbar Trail to Schoenbar Ave, heading around City Park to Deermont Street all the way down to Tongass Ave. 5K racers will turn around just past the USCG station and 10K racers will turn around at Three Bears convenience store. Coming back into town, racers will cross again at Deermont and Tongass heading into town across the Stedman Street Bridge, around Whale Park, staying on the outskirts of the Blueberry Festival streets until turning right onto Grant St and finishing at the Ketchikan Police Department.
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Intersection of Main Street and Grant Street, Ketchikan, 99901, AK, United States
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