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Running Races in Alaska

Alaska has 63 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 55 of 63 races (87%) take place between May and September, with July (18 events) the busiest month. Anchorage is the busiest city with 20 races, ahead of Palmer (11) and Fairbanks (7).

Running races by month in Alaska

Jul (18) · Jun (15) · Aug (11) · Sep (10) · Oct (5) · Nov (2) · May (1) · Dec (1)

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Richardson Highway Races
Running

Richardson Highway Races

June 13, 2026
Valdez, AK
34th Annual Mosquito Meander 5K Run and Walk
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34th Annual Mosquito Meander 5K Run and Walk

June 13, 2026
Fairbanks, AK
MTB4W Festival
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MTB4W Festival

June 13, 2026
Anchorage, AK
Alaska Men's Run
Running

Alaska Men's Run

June 13, 2026
Anchorage, AK
Run For Impact
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Run For Impact

June 13, 2026
Palmer, AK
2026 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon
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2026 Anchorage Mayor's Marathon & Half Marathon

June 18, 2026
Anchorage, AK
Medvejie Solstice Run
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Medvejie Solstice Run

June 20, 2026
Sitka, AK
Only Fools Run at Midnight
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Only Fools Run at Midnight

June 20, 2026
Ketchikan, AK
44th Annual Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run-2026
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44th Annual Fairbanks Daily News-Miner Midnight Sun Run-2026

June 20, 2026
Fairbanks, AK
Bird Ridge Hill Climb
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Bird Ridge Hill Climb

June 21, 2026
Indian, AK
Rainbow Run 2026
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Rainbow Run 2026

June 23, 2026
Anchorage, AK

Running

Toughest Alive: The Summer HourGlass!

Palmer, AK

Running

Toughest Alive: The Summer HourGlass!

June 27, 2026
Palmer, AK
Midnight Sun Block Party!
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Midnight Sun Block Party!

June 27, 2026
Wasilla, AK
The Hourglass: Valley
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The Hourglass: Valley

June 27, 2026
Palmer, AK
Dayville Races
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Dayville Races

June 27, 2026
Valdez, AK

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5k for Fun

test, AK

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5k for Fun

July 2, 2026
test, AK
Mount Marathon
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Mount Marathon

July 4, 2026
Seward, AK
Run Like it's 1776
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Run Like it's 1776

July 4, 2026
Ketchikan, AK
Alaska Kid's Splash n' Dash Race Series
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Alaska Kid's Splash n' Dash Race Series

July 7, 2026
Anchorage, AK
ConocoPhillips Alaska 5K
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ConocoPhillips Alaska 5K

July 8, 2026
Anchorage, AK
Master's 10K & 5K
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Master's 10K & 5K

July 8, 2026
Anchorage, AK
TACP Memorial Run - Team JBER
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TACP Memorial Run - Team JBER

July 10, 2026
Palmer, AK
KRC Southeast Slosh
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KRC Southeast Slosh

July 11, 2026
Ketchikan, AK

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Master's 10K & 5K

Anchorage, AK

Running

Master's 10K & 5K

July 11, 2026
Anchorage, AK

Running Races in Nearby States

Frequently asked questions

How do I find running races near me?
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.