The Azalea Run 2026
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Muskogee, Oklahoma
- Price $24.85 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the annual Azalea Run on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in the picturesque Honor Heights Park, Muskogee! This beloved event celebrates the vibrant spirit of spring and is a highlight of the month-long Azalea Festival. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to participate in the 5K race or the 1-mile fun run, both taking place amidst the stunning floral displays of the park. The 5K course, known as the Garden of Lights Run, promises beautiful views and a refreshing atmosphere, perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike.
Participants can enjoy early bird registration rates until March 8th, with fun run fees starting at just $17.50 and 5K fees at $25. All registered runners will receive a stylish Azalea Run T-shirt, post-race refreshments, and a chance to win medals for the top three finishers in each age group. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit as we honor the tradition of the Azalea Run and the beauty of Muskogee! Mark your calendars and don’t miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate spring!
Participants can enjoy early bird registration rates until March 8th, with fun run fees starting at just $17.50 and 5K fees at $25. All registered runners will receive a stylish Azalea Run T-shirt, post-race refreshments, and a chance to win medals for the top three finishers in each age group. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit as we honor the tradition of the Azalea Run and the beauty of Muskogee! Mark your calendars and don’t miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate spring!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THE AZALEA RUN: HOSTED BY THE MUSKOGEE RUNNING CLUB, THE CITY OF MUSKOGEE, AND SAINT FRANCIS HEALTH SYSTEMS, THE ANNUAL AZALEA RUN RETURNS TO HONOR HEIGHTS PARK ON APRIL 11TH.
THIS RUN DATES BACK TO THE MID-1980S, AND HAS HAD MANY NAMES, MOST RECENT OF WHICH HAS BEEN THE MUSKOGEE RUN. FOR MANY YEARS WE START AT HONOR HEIGHTS PARK AND RAN ON ROADS TO THE WEST OF THE PARK. THIS YEAR'S EVENT WILL STAY INSIDE THE PARK AND IS BETTER SUITED WITH THE TRADITIONAL NAME "THE AZALEA RUN".
THIS WILL BE ONE OF MANY EVENTS OF THE 2026 AZALEA FESTIVAL, WHICH WILL GO ON THE ENTIRE MONTH OF APRIL. THE CHILI COOKOFF WILL ALSO BE HAPPENING ON APRIL 10-11 AT HATBOX SPORTS COMPLEX IN MUSKOGEE.
WE WILL BE USING A COURSE FAMILIAR TO MANY LOCAL RUNNERS, THE GARDEN OF LIGHTS RUN COURSE, BUT IT WILL HAVE A MUCH DIFFERENT FEEL FOR A SPRING RUN. PLEASE READ BELOW FOR MORE EVENT DETAILS AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ON APRIL 11TH!
T-SHIRTS & AWARDS: INCLUDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION FEE IS A AZALEA RUN T-SHIRT, REFRESHMENTS AFTERWARDS, AND A CHANCE TO WIN A AZALEA RUN MEDAL THAT WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUPS. AGE GROUPS WILL BE - 8 AND UNDER, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 AND OVER.
5K COURSE: THE GARDEN OF LIGHTS RUN COURSE WILL KEEP RUNNERS INSIDE THE PARK AND WILL OFFER MANY BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF THE PARKS FLOWERS AND GARDENS. CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP [https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=8552]
AZALEA RUN REGISTRATION FEES
UNTIL MARCH 8TH - EARLY BIRD PRICES!!!! - $17.50 FUN RUN, $25 5K
MARCH 9TH TO APRIL 5TH - LOWER REGISTRATION PRICES!!!! - $20 FUN RUN, $27.50 5K,
APRIL 4TH - LAST DAY TO REGISTER WITH SHIRT GUARANTEE
APRIL 6TH TO RACE DAY - FULL PRICE REGISTRATION FEES - $22.50 FUN RUN, $30 5K
PACKET PICKUP:
FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH - 3 PM TO 6 PM - PACKET PICKUP, HONOR HEIGHTS PARK NORTH SHELTER BY SPLASH PAD
RACE DAY SCHEDULE (APRIL 11TH):
6:30 AM - EVENT DAY REGISTRATION OPENS HONOR HEIGHTS PARK (NORTH SHELTER BY SPLASH PAD)
8:00 AM - 5K RACE, & 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK START
9:00 AM - 5K AWARDS
RACE CONTACT INFO: JOEL EVERETT JEVERETT@MUSKOGEEPARKS.ORG OR 918-684-6302 X 1473
THIS RUN DATES BACK TO THE MID-1980S, AND HAS HAD MANY NAMES, MOST RECENT OF WHICH HAS BEEN THE MUSKOGEE RUN. FOR MANY YEARS WE START AT HONOR HEIGHTS PARK AND RAN ON ROADS TO THE WEST OF THE PARK. THIS YEAR'S EVENT WILL STAY INSIDE THE PARK AND IS BETTER SUITED WITH THE TRADITIONAL NAME "THE AZALEA RUN".
THIS WILL BE ONE OF MANY EVENTS OF THE 2026 AZALEA FESTIVAL, WHICH WILL GO ON THE ENTIRE MONTH OF APRIL. THE CHILI COOKOFF WILL ALSO BE HAPPENING ON APRIL 10-11 AT HATBOX SPORTS COMPLEX IN MUSKOGEE.
WE WILL BE USING A COURSE FAMILIAR TO MANY LOCAL RUNNERS, THE GARDEN OF LIGHTS RUN COURSE, BUT IT WILL HAVE A MUCH DIFFERENT FEEL FOR A SPRING RUN. PLEASE READ BELOW FOR MORE EVENT DETAILS AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ON APRIL 11TH!
T-SHIRTS & AWARDS: INCLUDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION FEE IS A AZALEA RUN T-SHIRT, REFRESHMENTS AFTERWARDS, AND A CHANCE TO WIN A AZALEA RUN MEDAL THAT WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUPS. AGE GROUPS WILL BE - 8 AND UNDER, 9-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 AND OVER.
5K COURSE: THE GARDEN OF LIGHTS RUN COURSE WILL KEEP RUNNERS INSIDE THE PARK AND WILL OFFER MANY BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF THE PARKS FLOWERS AND GARDENS. CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAP [https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=8552]
AZALEA RUN REGISTRATION FEES
UNTIL MARCH 8TH - EARLY BIRD PRICES!!!! - $17.50 FUN RUN, $25 5K
MARCH 9TH TO APRIL 5TH - LOWER REGISTRATION PRICES!!!! - $20 FUN RUN, $27.50 5K,
APRIL 4TH - LAST DAY TO REGISTER WITH SHIRT GUARANTEE
APRIL 6TH TO RACE DAY - FULL PRICE REGISTRATION FEES - $22.50 FUN RUN, $30 5K
PACKET PICKUP:
FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH - 3 PM TO 6 PM - PACKET PICKUP, HONOR HEIGHTS PARK NORTH SHELTER BY SPLASH PAD
RACE DAY SCHEDULE (APRIL 11TH):
6:30 AM - EVENT DAY REGISTRATION OPENS HONOR HEIGHTS PARK (NORTH SHELTER BY SPLASH PAD)
8:00 AM - 5K RACE, & 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK START
9:00 AM - 5K AWARDS
RACE CONTACT INFO: JOEL EVERETT JEVERETT@MUSKOGEEPARKS.ORG OR 918-684-6302 X 1473
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
Fun Run
Incl. $2.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$24.85
CLOSED
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