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HISTORIC ROADS - FALL COLORS - UNFORGETTABLE VIEWS

Whether you're chasing a PR, checking a marathon off your bucket list, running with friends, bringing the family for an unforgettable weekend, or simply looking to experience what many call the most beautiful run in the United States, there's a distance and an adventure waiting for you.becoming a destination all its own!

We're making Saturday even bigger and better in 2027! The weekend now kicks off with an exciting 8K Run starting at 10:00 AM, followed by the St. Jude Kids' 1K at 12:00 PM (free to all kids). The Run Festival will be open all day, making it the perfect time to pick up your race packet, explore our vendors, enjoy great food, live entertainment, and soak in the incredible Columbia Gorge Run atmosphere before Sunday's race day. Whether you're racing, cheering on friends and family, or just joining the celebration, Saturday is

THE MOST SCENIC RUN IN THE COUNTRY

Saturday: Kick off the weekend with the brand-new 8K - perfect for all levels of runners and walkers. Then stay to cheer on the smiles of the St. Jude Kids' 1K run, and the run festival during packet pickup- all at the Hood River Expo Site.

Sunday: Take on the Half or Full Marathon and soak up miles of stunning fall colors. Half-Marathon registration offers something for everyone with the options for Runners, Walkers, and the famous Dog Leg Half categories! Both half and full marathons offer an early start for those runners wanting more time to enjoy the course.

OFFICIAL CHARITY PARTNER

We are proud to have St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as the Official Charity Partner of the 2026 Columbia Gorge Run, making every mile an opportunity to support a mission that helps ensure families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food while their child fights cancer.

When you run as a St. Jude Hero, your commitment to raising funds supports the life saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Finding cures. Saving children.

As part of the program, St. Jude Heroes commit to raising $500 in exchange for the event entry.

MAKE EVERY MILE COUNT

Program includes,

Entry into the Columbia Gorge Run, distance of choice
Concierge registration assistance leading up to the event to help with all registration and event questions from the team at Breakaway Promotions, guaranteeing a response to emails within 48 hours.
VIP check-in line during packet pickup at registration so that you won’t have to wait in line to get numbers and swag.
Upgraded VIP adventure drop bag with St. Jude Heroes branding with race day nutrition goodies.
Custom race bibs with your name and St. Jude Heroes logo.
Co-branded St. Jude Heroes tech shirt, in addition to the participant race shirt
St. Jude Heroes' VIP Lounge access with pre- and post-race snacks and drinks for St. Jude Heroes only
Exclusive drop bag area

THE DESTINATION EXPERIENCE

Make it a week to remember! Arrive early, stay longer. Explore everything the Columbia River Gorge has to offer- from epic hikes to cozy vineyards. The Columbia Gorge Run Festival is the perfect reason to make Hood River your Fall Running Destination.

World-class scenery: Run beside the Columbia River with panoramic views that redefine "race backdrop".
Craft Culture: Explore and celebrate in Hood River with local breweries, wineries, and farm-to-table dining.
Experience the famous Fruit-Loop: A unique rural farm experience awaits you in the beautiful Hood River Valley, where you will encounter 32 on-the-farm fruit stands, wineries, breweries, cideries, and fields of flowers.

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FALL FOLIAGE & SWEEPING VISTAS

Run through fall foliage on the banks of the Columbia River at this destination marathon & half-marathon race. On the course, you'll celebrate the sweeping vistas and impressive natural beauty of the Columbia River Gorge. Runners and walkers are welcomed with early start options and generous course cut-off times.

A century ago, the Historic Columbia River Hwy was designed to highlight the impressive and breathtaking colors and views of the Columbia River Gorge. The once-great highway is now part paved trail, part small-town backroads.

Run the Gorge. Stay for the magic.