GTD - Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash
- Date Sun 13th September 2026
- Time 9:30AM PDT
- Location Portland, Oregon
- Price Free - $45.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and community at the 3rd annual GTD - Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash on Sunday, September 13, 2026! Taking place at the scenic Fernhill Park in Portland, Multnomah, this event is designed to build self-esteem and empower individuals on their recovery journey through the power of running. Participants can look forward to a lively morning filled with personal records (PRs) and positive vibes (PVs), as they take part in either the 5K run or the free Kids Dash.
By joining this fantastic event, you'll not only enjoy a fun-filled day with friends and family, but you'll also contribute to a great cause. Proceeds will support the nonprofit mission of Go The Distance, helping to create support systems for those in early recovery. Each registration includes a 2026 GTD 5K medal, a race shirt featuring all sponsors, and a specially customized GTD bib. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in this inspiring event—sign up now to secure your spot and receive a special $5 discount before prices increase on race day! Come and be a part of a community that runs together for a brighter future!
By joining this fantastic event, you'll not only enjoy a fun-filled day with friends and family, but you'll also contribute to a great cause. Proceeds will support the nonprofit mission of Go The Distance, helping to create support systems for those in early recovery. Each registration includes a 2026 GTD 5K medal, a race shirt featuring all sponsors, and a specially customized GTD bib. Don't miss out on the chance to participate in this inspiring event—sign up now to secure your spot and receive a special $5 discount before prices increase on race day! Come and be a part of a community that runs together for a brighter future!
Organiser's Description
red heart Our mission: To build self-esteem, establish support systems, and empower recovery one run at a time.
Go the Distance is a nonprofit organization that advocates for recovery through fitness, community, and compassion. Proceeds from this event will help empower more people in early recovery and support Go the Distances impact on our community members.
Join us for our 3rd annual GTD 5k Fun Run at Fernhill Park on Sept. 13th! Sign up to run with us for an even bigger and better event this year.
Registration for this years race will also include the following:
* 2026 GTD 5k Medal
* Race shirt featuring all our sponsors
* Specially customized GTD bib
* Kids dash (free!)
* Virtual 5k run/walk options if you cant make it in person
As our valued community members that signed up to run with us last year, you are receiving a special $5 off race registration from now until Sept 13th, when the price will increase for general registration.
Come one come all for a morning filled with PRs (personal records) and PVs (positive vibes) and spend it with your friends at GTD!
Race location: Fernhill Park [https://maps.app.goo.gl/2TNTtQ1J6c9TNN4u7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy]
6010 NE 37th Ave, Portland, OR 97211
T-shirt pick-up and race check-in:
T-shirt pick-up will be on race day, Sunday September 13th starting 9am at Fernhill Park
alarm clock Race schedule:
All races will take place on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH.
* 9:00 am: Opening festivities
* 9:30 am: Kids fun run
* 10:00 am: Go the Distance 5k
Follow Go The Distance on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gtdgothedistance?igsh=MWF0ZTR6Mzd0dGh2OQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] to receive updates and exciting news about the race!
envelope Questions: Reach out to INFO@GTDGOTHEDISTANCE.ORG
Go the Distance is a nonprofit organization that advocates for recovery through fitness, community, and compassion. Proceeds from this event will help empower more people in early recovery and support Go the Distances impact on our community members.
Join us for our 3rd annual GTD 5k Fun Run at Fernhill Park on Sept. 13th! Sign up to run with us for an even bigger and better event this year.
Registration for this years race will also include the following:
* 2026 GTD 5k Medal
* Race shirt featuring all our sponsors
* Specially customized GTD bib
* Kids dash (free!)
* Virtual 5k run/walk options if you cant make it in person
As our valued community members that signed up to run with us last year, you are receiving a special $5 off race registration from now until Sept 13th, when the price will increase for general registration.
Come one come all for a morning filled with PRs (personal records) and PVs (positive vibes) and spend it with your friends at GTD!
Race location: Fernhill Park [https://maps.app.goo.gl/2TNTtQ1J6c9TNN4u7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy]
6010 NE 37th Ave, Portland, OR 97211
T-shirt pick-up and race check-in:
T-shirt pick-up will be on race day, Sunday September 13th starting 9am at Fernhill Park
alarm clock Race schedule:
All races will take place on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH.
* 9:00 am: Opening festivities
* 9:30 am: Kids fun run
* 10:00 am: Go the Distance 5k
Follow Go The Distance on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gtdgothedistance?igsh=MWF0ZTR6Mzd0dGh2OQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] to receive updates and exciting news about the race!
envelope Questions: Reach out to INFO@GTDGOTHEDISTANCE.ORG
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