KeizerFEST 5k Run and 2 Mile Walk
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Salem, Oregon
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the KeizerFEST 5K Run and 2-Mile Walk on Sunday, May 17, 2026! Taking place at the beautiful Keizer Rapids Park in Salem, Marion, this highly anticipated event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 5K or enjoying a leisurely stroll in the 2-mile walk, there's something for everyone.
Starting at 9:00 AM, both events will be professionally timed, offering a great chance for competitive runners to showcase their skills. Each registration includes entry to the beloved Keizer Fire District’s Fireman’s Breakfast, a cherished local tradition and a key fundraising effort. With a vibrant festival atmosphere, this event not only promotes health and wellness but also strengthens community ties. Don’t miss out on this exciting day filled with running, walking, great food, and a chance to support a worthy cause!
Starting at 9:00 AM, both events will be professionally timed, offering a great chance for competitive runners to showcase their skills. Each registration includes entry to the beloved Keizer Fire District’s Fireman’s Breakfast, a cherished local tradition and a key fundraising effort. With a vibrant festival atmosphere, this event not only promotes health and wellness but also strengthens community ties. Don’t miss out on this exciting day filled with running, walking, great food, and a chance to support a worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
The KeizerFEST 5K & 2-Mile Walk is back.
This community favorite returns to Keizer Rapids Park as part of KeizerFEST. Whether youre racing the 5K or enjoying the 2-mile walk, this event is for everyone. Families, walkers, competitive runners, all ages.
This race will be professionally timed by Race Northwest whether you're running the 5k or walking the 2 mile.
Your registration includes entry to the Keizer Fire Districts Firemans Breakfast, a long-standing local tradition and one of their biggest fundraisers.
Run, walk, eat, and be part of bringing this event back to the community.
Event Details:
Date: May 17
Start Time: 9:00 AM (both events)
Location: Keizer Rapids Park
Start/Finish: Keizer Rotary Amphitheatre
Address: 1900 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303
Registration Pricing:
5K Run
$30 (all ages 13+)
$10 (ages 512)
2-Mile Walk
$25 (all ages 13+)
$10 (ages 512)
Kids 0-4 can run or walk this event for free, but will not get a bib for timing. They can still eat at the breakfast. Don't have them register.
Day-of Registration: +$5
Online Registration: Stays open through race day
What You Get
Entry into the KeizerFEST 5K or 2-Mile Walk
Firemans Breakfast included (hosted by Keizer Fire District)
Professionally timed results
Community event atmosphere at KeizerFEST
The KeizerFEST church service begins at 10:30 AM so you will be able to attend church after if you wanted to do both events. The KeizerFEST opens at 10:00 AM so you can begin your festival fun after the race!
Optional Add-On:
Event T-shirt available for $20
Awards (5K Only)
Top 3 Overall (Male & Female)
Age group winners
Course Info
Start and finish at the Keizer Rotary Amphitheatre
Mix of paved paths with a short gravel section
2-mile walk follows the first portion of the 5K route
5K continues past the 2-mile point and loops back to finish
Note: Some strollers may handle the course, but terrain varies.
(Map coming soon)
Schedule
7:30 AM Check-in & bib pickup opens
9:00 AM Race start (5K + 2-mile walk)
10:00 AM Awards
10:30 AM Firemans Breakfast closes
If you want breakfast, plan to finish the 5K by 10:20 AM.
Important Notes:
Dynamic bib pickup only (no early pickup)
Arrive early to avoid lines
Event takes place rain or shine
This race isnt just another 5K. Its part of bringing back a Keizer tradition while directly supporting the Keizer Fire District through their annual breakfast fundraiser.
Youre not just signing up for a run. Youre showing up for the community.
This community favorite returns to Keizer Rapids Park as part of KeizerFEST. Whether youre racing the 5K or enjoying the 2-mile walk, this event is for everyone. Families, walkers, competitive runners, all ages.
This race will be professionally timed by Race Northwest whether you're running the 5k or walking the 2 mile.
Your registration includes entry to the Keizer Fire Districts Firemans Breakfast, a long-standing local tradition and one of their biggest fundraisers.
Run, walk, eat, and be part of bringing this event back to the community.
Event Details:
Date: May 17
Start Time: 9:00 AM (both events)
Location: Keizer Rapids Park
Start/Finish: Keizer Rotary Amphitheatre
Address: 1900 Chemawa Rd N, Keizer, OR 97303
Registration Pricing:
5K Run
$30 (all ages 13+)
$10 (ages 512)
2-Mile Walk
$25 (all ages 13+)
$10 (ages 512)
Kids 0-4 can run or walk this event for free, but will not get a bib for timing. They can still eat at the breakfast. Don't have them register.
Day-of Registration: +$5
Online Registration: Stays open through race day
What You Get
Entry into the KeizerFEST 5K or 2-Mile Walk
Firemans Breakfast included (hosted by Keizer Fire District)
Professionally timed results
Community event atmosphere at KeizerFEST
The KeizerFEST church service begins at 10:30 AM so you will be able to attend church after if you wanted to do both events. The KeizerFEST opens at 10:00 AM so you can begin your festival fun after the race!
Optional Add-On:
Event T-shirt available for $20
Awards (5K Only)
Top 3 Overall (Male & Female)
Age group winners
Course Info
Start and finish at the Keizer Rotary Amphitheatre
Mix of paved paths with a short gravel section
2-mile walk follows the first portion of the 5K route
5K continues past the 2-mile point and loops back to finish
Note: Some strollers may handle the course, but terrain varies.
(Map coming soon)
Schedule
7:30 AM Check-in & bib pickup opens
9:00 AM Race start (5K + 2-mile walk)
10:00 AM Awards
10:30 AM Firemans Breakfast closes
If you want breakfast, plan to finish the 5K by 10:20 AM.
Important Notes:
Dynamic bib pickup only (no early pickup)
Arrive early to avoid lines
Event takes place rain or shine
This race isnt just another 5K. Its part of bringing back a Keizer tradition while directly supporting the Keizer Fire District through their annual breakfast fundraiser.
Youre not just signing up for a run. Youre showing up for the community.
Races
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KeizerFEST 5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & KeizerFEST T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$32.80
There is a small gravel section of the course. The rest is paved trails. Kids under 10 can run without registration if they do not want timing and voucher for breakfast. -
KeizerFEST 2 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & KeizerFEST T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$27.50
There is a small gravel section of the course. The rest is paved trails. Kids under 10 can walk without registration if they do not want timing and voucher for breakfast.
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Location
1900 Chemawa Rd N, Salem, 97303, OR, United States
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