2026 Olympia Lakefair Races

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The annual Olympia Lakefair Races are part of a weekend-long running festival that features a Half Marathon, 8K, and 3K taking runners on routes that circle the town of Olympia and beyond into Lacey and Tumwater.

The event starts at Heritage Park in Olympia and heads briefly through downtown and along running, biking, and walking trails in Olympia, including the Chehalis Western Trail. Runners will enjoy tree-lined trails, scenic landscapes, and flat and narrow paved trails throughout.

Once runners have completed the course, they can enjoy festival activities all around the large city park, including food and beer tents, carnival rides, booths, and more.

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3 of the Fastest Boston Qualifier Courses in the U.S.
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Boston Marathon qualifying eligible with no downhill penalty! Marathon and half marathon distances un through the iconic Snoqualmie Tunnel.

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These smooth rail-trail courses feature sustained net downhill profiles designed to help runners chase personal bests and Boston Qualifying times. Located along the Palouse to Cascades Trail, this historic rail tunnel offers cool temperatures and a unique running experience before the course continues downhill toward the finish.

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