Candy Land Run
- Date Sat 1st November 2025 - Sun 9th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Richland, Washington
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a whimsical adventure at the Candy Land Run, taking place from November 1st to November 9th, 2025, in the beautiful city of Richland, Benton. This enchanting event invites participants to walk, hike, or run through a life-sized Candy Land, reliving the joy of a beloved childhood game while exploring the picturesque trails of Tri-Cities. Choose from three fun race distances: the Gumdrop Loop (1.25 miles), the Chocolate Route (3.5 miles), and the Licorice Trail (10K), all packed with delightful candy-themed stations offering a variety of sweet treats.
Not only will you have a blast, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! Proceeds from the Candy Land Run benefit Mirror Ministries, an organization dedicated to helping victims and survivors of sex trafficking. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a magical day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Don't forget to register online before October 29th, and be part of this sweet adventure in Richland!
Not only will you have a blast, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! Proceeds from the Candy Land Run benefit Mirror Ministries, an organization dedicated to helping victims and survivors of sex trafficking. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a magical day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Don't forget to register online before October 29th, and be part of this sweet adventure in Richland!
Organiser's Description
Take a magical journey through a life-sized Candy Land! Walk, hike, or run as you relive one of your favorite childhood games as a real-life adventure. Enjoy some of Tri-Cities' local trails, visit the candy-themed stations for a variety of treats, and meet special Candy Land characters.
This event is a fundraiser for Mirror Ministries. All proceeds and entry fees will go directly to support Mirror Ministries, an organization of people who embrace a vision of hope for victims and survivors of sex trafficking. We work toward this vision knowing Gods grace is reflected in each one of us as we pray, serve, and give to show survivors their true worth. For more information visit https://www.mirror-ministries.org/
RUN/HIKE DETAILS:
This sweet adventure will start and end in the parking lot of Candy Mountain in Richland, WA. We offer THREE DIFFERENT ROUTES depending on your ability and how long you want to stay in Candy Land. All routes will be on trails. You will be given a fun map for each route, and the stations will be marked on it. The longer you participate, the more treats you get! Service animals only; must be leashed at all times
Each finisher will get a special finisher gift. SPECIAL AWARDS will be given to the Top Overall male and female (1st, 2nd, 3rd place) in the 3.5 mile and 10k distance.
All distances will be chip-timed by Eastern Oregon Sports Timing [http://www.eost.biz].
PARKING:
PLEASE, CARPOOL! Parking will be at TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH, 4555 Arena Rd, Richland, WA 99352
There will be a SHUTTLE BUS every 15 minutes to and from Candy Mountain starting at 7 a.m. Plan ahead for extra time with parking, unloading, and reloading. Please, only those with small children or the elderly park at Candy Mountain. The parking at Candy Mountain is very limited. Please, make sure race bib is visible for volunteers to see as you are loading. If riding the shuttle to pickup your bib race day morning; let the volunteers and/or drivers know.
NO PARKING ON THE ROADWAY CLOSE TO THE CANDY MOUNTAIN PARKING LOT OR IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS.
ONLINE REGISTRATION DATES:
Online registration will close on October 29th at 8 p.m.
Shirt orders will end on OCTOBER 9TH AT 8 P.M.
PACKET PICK-UP AND IN-PERSON REGISTRATION:
Friday, October 31st from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Runners Soul, 5020 W Clearwater Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336
Saturday, November 1st from 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. at the Candy Mountain parking lot. *IF THERE ARE REGISTRATION SPOTS AVAILABLE*
PRICES:
Gumdrop Loop [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/WA/Richland/CandylandRunHike#event-818117] 1.25 MILE: $20 from 6/2 to 10/29 - $25 In-person
Chocolate Route [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/WA/Richland/CandylandRunHike#event-818117] 3.5 MILE: _ _$35 from 6/2 to 10/29 - $40 In-person
LICORICE TRAIL [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/WA/Richland/CandylandRunHike#event-818117] 10K: $45 from 6/2 to 10/29 - $50 In-person
ALL SHIRTS ARE INCLUDE IN THE PRICE FOR 2025 REGISTRATION!
~ 2 years old and younger are free
This event is a fundraiser for Mirror Ministries. All proceeds and entry fees will go directly to support Mirror Ministries, an organization of people who embrace a vision of hope for victims and survivors of sex trafficking. We work toward this vision knowing Gods grace is reflected in each one of us as we pray, serve, and give to show survivors their true worth. For more information visit https://www.mirror-ministries.org/
RUN/HIKE DETAILS:
This sweet adventure will start and end in the parking lot of Candy Mountain in Richland, WA. We offer THREE DIFFERENT ROUTES depending on your ability and how long you want to stay in Candy Land. All routes will be on trails. You will be given a fun map for each route, and the stations will be marked on it. The longer you participate, the more treats you get! Service animals only; must be leashed at all times
Each finisher will get a special finisher gift. SPECIAL AWARDS will be given to the Top Overall male and female (1st, 2nd, 3rd place) in the 3.5 mile and 10k distance.
All distances will be chip-timed by Eastern Oregon Sports Timing [http://www.eost.biz].
PARKING:
PLEASE, CARPOOL! Parking will be at TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH, 4555 Arena Rd, Richland, WA 99352
There will be a SHUTTLE BUS every 15 minutes to and from Candy Mountain starting at 7 a.m. Plan ahead for extra time with parking, unloading, and reloading. Please, only those with small children or the elderly park at Candy Mountain. The parking at Candy Mountain is very limited. Please, make sure race bib is visible for volunteers to see as you are loading. If riding the shuttle to pickup your bib race day morning; let the volunteers and/or drivers know.
NO PARKING ON THE ROADWAY CLOSE TO THE CANDY MOUNTAIN PARKING LOT OR IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS.
ONLINE REGISTRATION DATES:
Online registration will close on October 29th at 8 p.m.
Shirt orders will end on OCTOBER 9TH AT 8 P.M.
PACKET PICK-UP AND IN-PERSON REGISTRATION:
Friday, October 31st from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Runners Soul, 5020 W Clearwater Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336
Saturday, November 1st from 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. at the Candy Mountain parking lot. *IF THERE ARE REGISTRATION SPOTS AVAILABLE*
PRICES:
Gumdrop Loop [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/WA/Richland/CandylandRunHike#event-818117] 1.25 MILE: $20 from 6/2 to 10/29 - $25 In-person
Chocolate Route [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/WA/Richland/CandylandRunHike#event-818117] 3.5 MILE: _ _$35 from 6/2 to 10/29 - $40 In-person
LICORICE TRAIL [https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/WA/Richland/CandylandRunHike#event-818117] 10K: $45 from 6/2 to 10/29 - $50 In-person
ALL SHIRTS ARE INCLUDE IN THE PRICE FOR 2025 REGISTRATION!
~ 2 years old and younger are free
Races
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Gumdrop Loop - 1.25 Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (9:10AM PDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 MAYThis route is great for kids and for those just looking for a fun walk with treats and Candy Land characters! 1.25 miles with 92ft elevation gain. An out-and-back loop. Start time: 9:10 a.m. This route will be short and sweetperfect for kids and families! The Gingerbread Tree will be your first stop for a treat. Be on the lookout for Jolly and friends to help guide you onto the Gumdrop Pass! Along the way you'll see several fun characters from "Candy Land". Be sure to get pictures with them! Don't miss your last stop along the Grumdrop pass. Your magical journey will finish at Candy Castle and King Kandy will be welcoming you back from the land of sweets! Hot cocoa and gingerbread cookies will be waiting for you!! The route will be marked, and there will be volunteers to help you along the way! You will also be given a themed route map to collect a stamp from each candy station. -
Chocolate Route - 3.5 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (9:30AM PDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 MAYThis route is great for older kids, hikers, and trail runners. It will be chipped timed 3.5 miles with 545ft elevation gain. To the top of the mountain and back down. Start time: 9:30 a.m. Up for an adventure to the top of Candy Mountain? The Gingerbread Tree will be your first stop for a treat. Be on the lookout for Jolly and friends to help guide you up to Peppermint Forest to get your candy cane from Mr. Mint. Continue on the Rainbow Trail to the colorful Lollipop Woods to get your lollipop. Keep going up.. but once at the top, dont get stuck in the Chocolate Swamp! Once you've had your fill of chocolate and beautiful views. Head back down the mountain, passing through lollipop woods and peppermint forest again. Jolly will then direct you(with a gumdrop or two) onto Gumdrop pass. Don't miss your last stop along the Grumdrop pass. Be sure to stop for pictures with all the Candy Land characters. Your magical journey will finish at Candy Castle and King Kandy will be welcoming you back from the land of sweets! Hot cocoa and gingerbread cookies will be waiting for you!! The route will be marked, and you will be given a themed course map to collect a stamp from each candy station. -
Licorice Trail - 10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$48.70
OPENS 01 MAYThis route is great for more experienced trail runners and hikers. It will be chipped timed. 10k (6.2 miles) with 900ft elevation gain. Start time: 9:00 a.m. You need to keep an average pace of 25 minutes/mile for an 11 a.m. finish time. If youre up for an extra challenge, this route includes the secret Licorice Trail! The Gingerbread Tree will be your first stop for a treat. Be on the lookout for Jolly and friends to help guide you up to the Peppermint Forest to get your candy cane from Mr. Mint. Continue on the Rainbow Trail to the colorful Lollipop Woods to get your lollipop. Keep going up.. but once at the top, dont get stuck in the Chocolate Swamp! Once you've had your fill of chocolate and beautiful views; keep going down the backside of Candy Mt. At the bottom Princess Frostine with be at Snow Flake Lake with a cold drink of water and Frost Gatorade. You will then find the secret licorice trail and Mr. Lord Licorice. There will be a couple miles on a gravel road until you make a turn at Cupcake Corner. The course will take you through beautiful vineyards and orchards. Be on the lookout for Gramma Nutt at Peanut Acres. Jolly & friends will then direct you(with a gumdrop or two) onto Gumdrop pass. Don't miss your last stop along the Grumdrop pass. Your magical journey will finish at Candy Castle and King Kandy will be welcoming you back from the land of sweets! Hot cocoa and gingerbread cookies will be waiting for you!! You may want to bring hiking poles for the backside of Candy Mountain (rocky/steep side) and a small section of single track out and back (the secret Licorice Trail). There will be a course lead and sweep. This route will be marked by flags, and you will be given a themed course map to collect a stamp from each candy station. -
Virtual Candyland Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
OPENS 30 APRNot able to make it in person but want support this event? This virtual option has you covered!! Get outside to walk, hike, or run and support Mirror Ministries. You will have one week to complete your distance of choice, from November 3 to November 11. Bib pickup will be November 1 from 4:30 - 7 p.m. at Runners Soul in Kennewick, WA. *Bibs can be mailed if you email the race director. Shirts or hoodies must be picked up in person.
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