The Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 10:00AM AKDT
- Location Seward, Alaska
- Price $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in the beautiful Seward, Kenai Peninsula! This exciting event honors the legendary Dan Seavey, a founding member of the Iditarod Trail Blazers and a competitor in the very first Iditarod race. Participants can look forward to a thrilling 5K race featuring four categories: Adult Men's, Adult Women's, Youth Boy's, and Youth Girl's.
One of the unique highlights of this event is the opportunity for furry friends to join in on the fun, with dogs allowed to run alongside their owners—just remember to keep them leashed! Race day offers a flexible schedule, as contestants can start anytime between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, ensuring everyone has the chance to enjoy the scenic surroundings at their own pace. Bib pick-up begins at 8:30 AM, and after crossing the finish line, don't miss the lively post-race celebration at the Branson Pavilion. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of camaraderie, competition, and celebration in honor of a true Alaskan legend!
One of the unique highlights of this event is the opportunity for furry friends to join in on the fun, with dogs allowed to run alongside their owners—just remember to keep them leashed! Race day offers a flexible schedule, as contestants can start anytime between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, ensuring everyone has the chance to enjoy the scenic surroundings at their own pace. Bib pick-up begins at 8:30 AM, and after crossing the finish line, don't miss the lively post-race celebration at the Branson Pavilion. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of camaraderie, competition, and celebration in honor of a true Alaskan legend!
Organiser's Description
In honor of the legendary Dan Seavey, The Iditarod Trail Blazers and Seward Sports and Recreation will be hosting the first annual Dan Seavey Trailblazer 5k. Dan was a founder of the Iditarod Trailblazers and even competed in the very first Iditarod race. For this memorial race we thought it only made sense that there would be dogs running along side the participants.
THERE ARE 4 CATEGORIES FOR THE 5K:
* Adult Men's
* Youth Boy's
* Adult Women's
* Youth Girl's
RACE RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:
* Dogs must be leashed
* Contestants can start anytime between 10:00am-1:00pm. In order to make sure everyone and their furry friends stay happy and safe, we will be running this race with staggered start times. _YOUR START TIME IS COMPLETELY UP TO YOU (SHOW UP WHEN YOU WANT!)_, so long as it is between 10:00am and 1:00pm.
BIB PICK UP
Bib pick up will start on race day at 8:30am and will end at 1:00pm.
POST RACE CELEBRATION:
Festivities will continue at the Branson Pavilion after the race.
THERE ARE 4 CATEGORIES FOR THE 5K:
* Adult Men's
* Youth Boy's
* Adult Women's
* Youth Girl's
RACE RULES AND REQUIREMENTS:
* Dogs must be leashed
* Contestants can start anytime between 10:00am-1:00pm. In order to make sure everyone and their furry friends stay happy and safe, we will be running this race with staggered start times. _YOUR START TIME IS COMPLETELY UP TO YOU (SHOW UP WHEN YOU WANT!)_, so long as it is between 10:00am and 1:00pm.
BIB PICK UP
Bib pick up will start on race day at 8:30am and will end at 1:00pm.
POST RACE CELEBRATION:
Festivities will continue at the Branson Pavilion after the race.
Races
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Adult Men's
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Dog Bandana
Sat 16th August 2025 (10:00AM AKDT)
$27.50
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Youth Boy's
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Dog Bandana
Sat 16th August 2025 (10:00AM AKDT)
$27.50
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Adult Women's
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Dog Bandana
Sat 16th August 2025 (10:00AM AKDT)
$27.50
-
Youth Girl's
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Dog Bandana
Sat 16th August 2025 (10:00AM AKDT)
$27.50
The Dan Seavey Trail Blazer 5K
