The Active Dash

Monday, September 22 – Saturday, September 27, 2025 Past event

Portland, Oregon

$28.00 · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting week of fun and fitness at The Active Dash, taking place from September 22nd to September 27th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Portland, Multnomah! This fantastic event is not only a great opportunity to get moving but also a meaningful fundraiser for Active Children Portland, helping to support free after-school programs for K-8 students. Participants can join in the fun with a variety of activities, including a Virtual Scavenger Hunt during a 5k run, where you’ll hunt for quirky prompts while you dash!

Additionally, you can meet the Board of Directors for an in-person run/walk of the full 5k midway through the week. And for those looking for a competitive edge, the Virtual 5K encourages you to submit your race times for a chance to win exciting prizes! Registration is just $30, which includes access to all digital platforms and in-person events, plus a custom ACP medal. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference in the lives of children while enjoying an active and engaging week! Be sure to register before the deadline on September 19th to secure your spot!

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Races

Virtual 5k
Virtual

Incl. Custom ACP Active Dash Medal

Complete a 5k by running, walking, skating, or any other type of movement you can think of! Fun for the whole family! Top 3 finishers for the virtual 5k will win a prize! The registration fee also grants you access to the private Facebook group + all in-person and virtual events.

Monday, Sep 22, 2025

$28.00

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Organiser's description

_The Active Dash is Active Children Portland's Back to School Fundraiser!_

Active Children Portland (ACP) brings the fun after the bell rings! We offer free after-school programs that mix sports, hands-on learning, and awesome mentors to help K8 students stay active, curious, and confident.

When you join The Active Dash, youre not just going the distanceyoure helping us keep programs free and full of heart for the kids who need them most. Every step you take supports more high-fives, more homework help, and more chances for kids to shine!

During this fun week of movement well be hosting:

* VIRTUAL SCAVENGER HUNT: Youll be given a list of fun and silly prompts to keep an eye out for while completing your 5k (like someone who already has their Halloween decorations out!). We will have a private and interactive Facebook group to share your photos and videos, and there will even be prizes!

* RUN/WALK WITH THE BOARD: Meet up with our super cool Board of Directors for an in-person run/walk of the full 5k mid-way through the week! (Follow Link to SignUp for the In-Person Event) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-active-dash-runwalk-with-the-board-tickets-1542851734069?aff=oddtdtcreator

* VIRTUAL 5K: For those who want to engage more competitively, submit your times through RunSignUp, top 3 racers will receive prizes!

The Registration Fee of $30.00 allows you to participate in the virtual 5k + access to all digital platforms and in-person/virtual events!
_When you sign up, you will only be charged $30.00 total, there is no extra cost for participating in the in-person events! __ _

All participants get a CUSTOM ACP MEDAL UPON REGISTRATION!

* Check your email after Registration to gain access to the Private Facebook Group & Signup for the in-person "Run/Walk with the Board" Event

_REGISTRATION CLOSES at MIDNIGHT on Friday, September 19th!! Don't miss out! _