Salem Summer Solstice 5/10K
- Date Fri 12th June 2026
- Time 7:00PM PDT
- Location Salem, Oregon
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Salem Summer Solstice 5K and 10K on Friday, June 12th, 2026, in the picturesque Minto Brown Island Park, Salem, Marion. This exciting race is not only a celebration of fitness and community but also a fundraiser to support the McKay High School Cross Country Team. With the 10K kicking off at 7:00 PM and the 5K following shortly after at 7:10 PM, participants can look forward to a flat and scenic course that winds through beautiful natural surroundings.
The 5K course is entirely paved, making it perfect for runners and walkers alike, while the 10K features a small loop on an open trail before returning to the smooth path. All finishers will enjoy a delicious post-race ice cream sundae, and with chip timing by Eclectic Edge Racing, you'll receive immediate results! Make sure to register before 6:50 PM on race day, as spots may fill up quickly. Bring your friends and family for a fantastic evening of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Salem!
The 5K course is entirely paved, making it perfect for runners and walkers alike, while the 10K features a small loop on an open trail before returning to the smooth path. All finishers will enjoy a delicious post-race ice cream sundae, and with chip timing by Eclectic Edge Racing, you'll receive immediate results! Make sure to register before 6:50 PM on race day, as spots may fill up quickly. Bring your friends and family for a fantastic evening of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Salem!
Organiser's Description
THIS RACE IS A FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT MCKAY HS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM!
FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH, 2026
10K STARTS AT 7:00 PM
5K STARTS AT 7:10 PM
Starting location: Minto Brown Island Park, parking lot #3 by the pavilion
The 5K and 10K courses are flat courses in a natural setting in a beautiful park. The 5K course is all on paved trails. The 10K course does have a small loop along an open trail and then returns to a paved path again.
Entry fee includes a post-race ice-cream sundae and chip timing by Eclectic Edge Racing with immediate timing results.
Race divisions will be 10-year age groups (1-10, 11-20, 21-30...80-89), and the top three male/female winners will be awarded ribbons.
Important Details:
Restrictions: No rollerblades/skates, skateboards, dogs, or unregistered participants. Baby joggers and strollers are allowed. Walkers are welcome in the 5K. Headphones permitted as long as they allow ambient passthrough noise.
Packet Pickup Begins at 6:00 pm. Day of Race Registration will end promptly at 6:50 pm & is **ALL FORMS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED** (unless capacity is reached before then).
All race courses close at 9:00 PM.
Note: Race timing and course monitoring end at 8:30 P.M.
Club Member Discounts:
All current members of the Willamette Valley Road Runners Club will save $3.00 on their entry fee. Join WVRR or renew today [http://www.wvroadrunners.org/#join]!
Aid stations: One water station is provided for both races around mile point 1.25 for the 5k and 4.25 for the 10k.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH, 2026
10K STARTS AT 7:00 PM
5K STARTS AT 7:10 PM
Starting location: Minto Brown Island Park, parking lot #3 by the pavilion
The 5K and 10K courses are flat courses in a natural setting in a beautiful park. The 5K course is all on paved trails. The 10K course does have a small loop along an open trail and then returns to a paved path again.
Entry fee includes a post-race ice-cream sundae and chip timing by Eclectic Edge Racing with immediate timing results.
Race divisions will be 10-year age groups (1-10, 11-20, 21-30...80-89), and the top three male/female winners will be awarded ribbons.
Important Details:
Restrictions: No rollerblades/skates, skateboards, dogs, or unregistered participants. Baby joggers and strollers are allowed. Walkers are welcome in the 5K. Headphones permitted as long as they allow ambient passthrough noise.
Packet Pickup Begins at 6:00 pm. Day of Race Registration will end promptly at 6:50 pm & is **ALL FORMS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED** (unless capacity is reached before then).
All race courses close at 9:00 PM.
Note: Race timing and course monitoring end at 8:30 P.M.
Club Member Discounts:
All current members of the Willamette Valley Road Runners Club will save $3.00 on their entry fee. Join WVRR or renew today [http://www.wvroadrunners.org/#join]!
Aid stations: One water station is provided for both races around mile point 1.25 for the 5k and 4.25 for the 10k.
Races
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10K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Fri 12th June 2026 (7:00PM PDT)
$27.50
In-person signup is available before the race from 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm using **all forms of payment** 5k = $30 10k = $35 -
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Fri 12th June 2026 (7:10PM PDT)
$22.20
In-person signup is available before the race from 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm using **all forms of payment** 5k = $30 10k = $35
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