Runnin’ O’ the Green

Thanks for a great race! Results and Photos for 2026 are linked below! We will see you next year on March 13, 2027. Registration to open Fall 2026. 

2026 Results Here!

2026 Photos Here!

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Saturday, March 13, 2027

Registration Opens Fall 2026

Fee Structure:

Kids 12 & under: $10 (no t-shirt)
Dec. 5 – Dec. 31: $20 (includes t-shirt)
Jan. 1 – Feb. 28: $30 (includes t-shirt)
Mar. 1 – Mar. 12: $40 (may not include t-shirt)

Last day to register is Thursday, March 12th. No day of registration.

Routes

Routes were updated 3/10/2026

   5K Route – Online

   8K Route – Online

Packet Pick-Up

Packet Pickup will be located at Stones Throw Brewery (1009 Larrabee Ave)

  • Packet Pick-up: Friday, March 13 from 3-6pm (Recommended)
  • Late Packet Pick-up: Saturday, March 14 from 8-9:30am

Race Distance and Start Time

5K – 10:00am  

8K -10:00am 

Photos

Sponsors

A big thanks to our sponsor WECU and community partner Stones Throw Brewery for making this event possible!  

Thanks to our official media sponsor and community partner, Cascadia Daily News, for helping to provide this event.

Frequently Asked Questions

In addition to the spirited run, the wacky costumes, and a fun post-race awards ceremony, there will be live music, food, and an expanded beer garden at Stones Throw Brewery. Please stick around after the race and join the celebration!

There will also be live music after the Packet Pickup on Friday night beginning right at 6pm. Full details can be found on Stones Throw Event Page.

You can pick up someone else’s packet provided you have a signed note from them.

Although there is no official contest, we HIGHLY encourage everyone to come dressed in their festive best! Tag us at #bellinghamparks or #bellinghamparksROG and we will share your best pictures.

For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, we kindly request that participants leave their furry friends at home today.

The time limit for each course is 75 minutes. This is very doable for anyone who chooses to walk, run, skip, sip coffee or chat with friends.

Pacific Multisports uses the latest technology to produce accurate times for each participant. Each race number comes with a pre-inserted timing chip. When participants cross over the start mat, their individual time begins ticking and then automatically stops when they cross over the finish line mat. Real-Time results are available as soon as the race begins @pacificmultisports.com.

Yes! Always a fun part of the festivities, the awards ceremony begins at 11:00 a.m. at Stones Throw Brewery.

  • The top 3 male and female finishers in each race receive a one-of-a-kind stylish award.
  • The top male, female, and nonbinary finisher in each age division will receive commemorative Runnin’ O’ the Green ribbons. 
  • In addition, amazing draw prizes will be given out to participants in random categories (for instance, if you have the greenest hair, you may just win a prize!)

Where can I find results? Results will be posted on-line at the following:

If there are issues with results please contact Jim Pettinger at jmpettinger@cob.org.

Male, Female and Non-binary.

Ages:10 & Under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

There is ample public parking about Fairhaven Village. You may also park for free in the Hillcrest Church parking lot at 1400 Larrabee Avenue. The gravel lot across the street from Hillcrest on Larrabee is also available for use.

The Bellingham Saint Patrick’s Day does not coincide with the race this year. It is on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Full details available at Bellingham St. Patrick’s Day Parade 

Resources

Contacts

Jim Pettinger
Recreation Coordinator​
(360) 778-7000
jmpettinger@cob.org


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