Join Parks & Rec for a 5k Fun Run at the Festival of Balloons. Sign up the whole family to race around Cook Park before attending the Festival of Balloons. Arrive early to view the morning hot air balloon launches (balloon activity is weather dependent), prior to the 5k Fun Run and stay after the race to enjoy the pancake breakfast, high flying fun in the carnival, or shop the vendors.

Details about the event:

• Distance: 5k Run or Walk. Strollers allowed.
• Start Location: Cook Family Park, Shelter 2
• Time: 8:30 AM 
• Registration required. No drop-ins. | 350 max
  • Register by June 10 for a free race shirt! New design each year.
  • Last day to register is June 22. 
• EARLY Packet Pick Up: June 26 | 4-6:30 PM | Fanno Creek House
• Day of Packet Pick-Up: June 27 
• Cost: $22 (under 5 years is free) | 25% of each registration will be donated to Packed with Pride. 
• Parking: Parking is available at THS for a fee (card only). We encourage folks to carpool, find street parking in the neighborhood near Cook Park or access from the Tualatin foot bridge, and “warm up” on your way in.
• Registering for this race grants you free access into the Balloon Festival Saturday morning BEFORE Noon. Race Bib is the ticket into the event.
• Race will be chip timed through Huber Timing and results will be shared and posted following the race.
• Check out the race map.

Questions? Check out our Event FAQ, give us a call at 503.718.2604 or send us an email. 

Special thanks to Great Greek Mediterranean Grill for their generous coupon donation to this year's race packets!