Formerly the ORRC Y2K Run, now Ralph's Run in honor of longtime ORRC member Ralph Brown, this event moves back to its original premise of a changing distance every year. Starting out in 1986 as the 8.6 in '86, it will now be 20.27K in 2027. You get a new PR every year! It also features a 10K run/walk, a 5K run/walk, and a kid's run. All events start at 9am and the course closes at noon. (There is an 8:30 start intended ONLY for 20.27K participants who can’t make the three-hour cut-off.)

Typical conditions

For events around January 2027 in Forest Grove, OR, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

Beginner's guide to your first 5K

Getting there

This event is listed in Forest Grove, OR, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.

External Event

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ORRC Ralph's Run - 5K Walk

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