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
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2nd Annual GTD - Go The Distance 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kids Dash, taking place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in the beautiful Fernhill Park, Portland, Multnomah. This exciting event is all about building self-esteem, establishing support systems, and empowering recovery through fitness and community. Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with positive vibes and personal records as they race for a great cause.
The GTD event features a 5K race, where every runner will receive a 2026 GTD 5K medal, a race shirt showcasing all the sponsors, and a specially customized GTD bib. For families, there’s a free Kids Dash and even virtual run/walk options for those who can’t attend in person. Join us at 9:00 am for opening festivities, with the Kids Dash starting at 9:30 am, followed by the 5K at 10:00 am. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to support early recovery while enjoying a fun-filled morning with friends and community members! Sign up now to take advantage of the special $5 discount for returning participants until August 9.
The GTD event features a 5K race, where every runner will receive a 2026 GTD 5K medal, a race shirt showcasing all the sponsors, and a specially customized GTD bib. For families, there’s a free Kids Dash and even virtual run/walk options for those who can’t attend in person. Join us at 9:00 am for opening festivities, with the Kids Dash starting at 9:30 am, followed by the 5K at 10:00 am. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to support early recovery while enjoying a fun-filled morning with friends and community members! Sign up now to take advantage of the special $5 discount for returning participants until August 9.
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 2nd 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
* Timing- so you can improve on your time from last year!
* 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 Aug. 9, 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 2nd 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
* Timing- so you can improve on your time from last year!
* 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 Aug. 9, 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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