Bush Park Thursday Nights in August Race Series
- Date Thu 7th August 2025
- Time 6:00PM PDT
- Location Salem, Oregon
- Price $11.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the local running community on Thursday evenings, August 7 and 14, where each race night will feature Ribbon/Awards Night festivities to celebrate the achievements of all participants. Registration opens at 5:00 PM, with the races kicking off at 6:00 PM. Don't miss out on the chance to chase your personal best or simply enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie. Plus, your participation supports local high school cross-country teams and the Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship Fund, making this event a fantastic way to give back while having a blast. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this exhilarating summer tradition!
Organiser's Description
Join us this August for another exciting season of Bush Park Thursday Night Races! Whether you're chasing a personal best or just out for some fun with the local running community, this family-friendly series is a summer favorite.
Race Info & Registration
This years 3K and 5K courses have remained the same from the previous year, and the overall race format remains the same.
Online registration is available via RunSignUp and is highly encouraged. Same-day registration will also be available onsite as in previous years.
Pro tip: Register for multiple races at once to save on processing fees!
Online registration closes each Wednesday night before race day.
Kids races (500m & 1600m) are in-person registration only, on race night, to help save on extra fees.
Race Nights & Schedule
Join us on Thursdays: August 7 & 14 with each week being Ribbon/Awards Night!
**WVRR club members get discounts on all our races, so be sure to join the club. Your membership fees go directly to making these races happen and towards our donation programs, and our annual Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship. To learn more, visit our site linked above.**
Evening Schedule:
5:00 PM Registration Table Opens
6:00 PM 3000 Meters (Open to All) $10
6:20 PM 500 Meters (Ages Under 7) $5
6:35 PM 1600 Meters (Ages 712) $5
6:50 PM 5000 Meters (Open to All) $10
Community Impact
Your participation helps support:
Local High School Cross Country Teams
The Kelsy Oldham Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Willamette Valley Road Runners
Friendly Reminders
For everyones safety, no strollers or pets are allowed on the race courses.
Races
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Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 3K Race Series - Week 1
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Thu 7th August 2025 (6:00PM PDT)
$11.60
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Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 5K Race Series - Week 1
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Thu 7th August 2025 (6:50PM PDT)
$11.60
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Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 3K Race Series - Week 2
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Thu 14th August 2025 (6:00PM PDT)
$11.60
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Bush Park Thursday Nights in August 5K Race Series - Week 2
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Thu 14th August 2025 (6:50PM PDT)
$11.60
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