MLK Dream Run
Portland, Oregon, United States
Sep 19-20, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday
5k, 10k, 15k
Race Information
The Soul District Business Association (SDBA) proudly presents the Annual MLK Dream Run Weekend Celebration at Portland Community College Cascade Campus. This event honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by blending fitness, social justice, economic equity, and community empowerment. The weekend kicks off Saturday with a Soulful Vendor Village, live entertainment, and a free Kids' Race, followed by professionally timed USATF-sanctioned 5K, 10K, and 15K races on Sunday, winding through historic N/NE Portland neighborhoods.
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: Red, White & Blues 5K & 10K
📍West Linn - June 27, 2026
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Beautiful course that starts and finishes right on the heart of Willamette Falls Drive
✅ Free hot dog at the finish line
✅ It’s a downtown takeover designed to kick-start your Fourth of July festivities.
Celebrate Independence Day at the Red, White, & Blues 5K & 10K, the ultimate summer tradition taking over downtown West Linn.
Whether you're chasing a new personal record or just looking for a festive stroll with the family, this event is the perfect way to ignite your holiday spirit.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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