Paul Ruston Memorial Run
From Ruston Family Foundation
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Auburn, Washington
- Price $11.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the annual Paul Ruston Memorial Run on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, in Auburn, King, where we celebrate the life and legacy of our beloved community member, Paul Ruston. Organized by the Ruston Family Foundation, this uplifting event invites runners and walkers of all abilities to participate in a day filled with fitness and camaraderie at Thomas Jefferson High School. Whether you're aiming to conquer the 5K race or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll, your participation helps support a great cause!
Don't worry if you missed pre-registration; on-site registration will be available for just $15 on race day. All proceeds from this heartfelt event will go towards the Ruston Family Foundation, dedicated to making cross country accessible and enjoyable for young athletes and their families. Enjoy free swag for all participants aged 18 and under, and take advantage of exciting prizes, including a Cold Stone Creamery voucher for pre-registrants! Awards will be given to the top three male and female racers, so don’t miss your chance to shine! Come together with friends, family, and neighbors for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit while honoring Coach Ruston's incredible legacy.
Don't worry if you missed pre-registration; on-site registration will be available for just $15 on race day. All proceeds from this heartfelt event will go towards the Ruston Family Foundation, dedicated to making cross country accessible and enjoyable for young athletes and their families. Enjoy free swag for all participants aged 18 and under, and take advantage of exciting prizes, including a Cold Stone Creamery voucher for pre-registrants! Awards will be given to the top three male and female racers, so don’t miss your chance to shine! Come together with friends, family, and neighbors for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit while honoring Coach Ruston's incredible legacy.
Organiser's Description
IF PRE-REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, DO NOT WORRY! ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON DAY OF RACE FOR $15.
Come join us for the annual Paul Ruston Memorial Run at Thomas Jefferson High School!
Lace up your sneakers and honor the memory of beloved community member Paul Ruston. All proceeds will be donated to the Ruston Family Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on making the sport of cross country understandable and memorable for young athletes & families. Bring together friends, family, and neighbors for a morning of fun and fitness. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just enjoy a leisurely walk, we would love you to join us in honoring Coach Ruston's legacy at the Paul Ruston Memorial Run.
View the course map [https://rustonfamilyfoundation.org/memorial-run-5k-course-map/] and check out our website [https://rustonfamilyfoundation.org/] to learning more about the foundation and what we've been up to!
Race will be chip-timed by GC Racing [https://gc.trackscoreboard.com/meets/359/events/1302] and bibs will be available for pick up on race day during CHECK-IN (7:00AM-8:30AM).
Free swag for all participants 18 and under. All pre-registrants will receive a BOGO free Cold Stone Creamery Voucher! **Valid only at Kent and Covington locations and expires before Sep. 2025!
AWARDS WILL BE AT 9:45AM. Prize money to overall top-3 male and female racers!
Don't miss out on this special event! Please email RUSTONFAMILYFOUNDATION@GMAIL.COM for questions, concerns, or details on special student and group priced tickets!!
Come join us for the annual Paul Ruston Memorial Run at Thomas Jefferson High School!
Lace up your sneakers and honor the memory of beloved community member Paul Ruston. All proceeds will be donated to the Ruston Family Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on making the sport of cross country understandable and memorable for young athletes & families. Bring together friends, family, and neighbors for a morning of fun and fitness. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just enjoy a leisurely walk, we would love you to join us in honoring Coach Ruston's legacy at the Paul Ruston Memorial Run.
View the course map [https://rustonfamilyfoundation.org/memorial-run-5k-course-map/] and check out our website [https://rustonfamilyfoundation.org/] to learning more about the foundation and what we've been up to!
Race will be chip-timed by GC Racing [https://gc.trackscoreboard.com/meets/359/events/1302] and bibs will be available for pick up on race day during CHECK-IN (7:00AM-8:30AM).
Free swag for all participants 18 and under. All pre-registrants will receive a BOGO free Cold Stone Creamery Voucher! **Valid only at Kent and Covington locations and expires before Sep. 2025!
AWARDS WILL BE AT 9:45AM. Prize money to overall top-3 male and female racers!
Don't miss out on this special event! Please email RUSTONFAMILYFOUNDATION@GMAIL.COM for questions, concerns, or details on special student and group priced tickets!!
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & RFF Memorial Run T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$11.60
Check-in: 7:00AM - 8:30AM Prize money awarded: 9:45AM On-Site Registration will be available day of race for $15. Race will be chip-timed by GC Racing.
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